B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
A 4-year undergraduate programme designed to build engineers fluent in electronics, communication systems and hands-on hardware-software integration.
B.Tech in ECE overview
We prepare students to design, build and optimise the electronic and communication systems that power modern technology: from embedded devices and semiconductor hardware to wireless networks and signal processing applications. The programme blends strong engineering fundamentals with hands-on laboratory work and real-world problem solving. Students experience:
Cultivating an engineering mindset
focused on designing, analysing and improving real-world electronic and communication systems.
Strong exposure
to applied problem-solving through labs, projects and system-level thinking rather than isolated components.
Flexibility to shape
individual interests as technologies evolve, rather than being locked into narrow specialisations.
Preparation for diverse technology-driven
roles across core engineering industries, product development and emerging digital sectors.
Programme details
Academic structure
Our academic structure is designed to establish robust foundations, followed by increasing specialization in later years.
- Credit structure: Basic Sciences, Computing & Engineering, Humanities, Social & Creative Sciences, Media Studies, Design & Enterprise Sciences
- Total credits & degree requirement: The programme requires not less than 165 credits to be awarded a B.Tech degree.
- Duration: 4 years / 8 semesters
- Core vs Professional phases: The first two years constitute the “Core Program,” and the last two years the “Professional Program,” with electives introduced in the latter phase.
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Calculus and ODE | 4-1-0 | 5 |
| Quantum Chemistry & Spectroscopy | 2-1-2 | 4 |
| Introduction to Computing | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| Earth and Environmental Sciences | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| Introduction to Electrical Engineering | 2-1-2 | 4 |
| English | 0-3-0 | 3 |
| Media Project | 1-0-2 | 1.5 |
| French – I | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Introduction to Entrepreneurship | 0-0-2 | 1 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Linear Algebra and Complex Analysis | 3-1-0 | 4 |
| Classical & Quantum Mechanics | 2-1-2 | 4 |
| Introduction to Biology | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Data Structures | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| Discrete Mathematical Structures | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Introduction to Electronics | 2-1-2 | 4 |
| Entrepreneurship Practice | 0-0-2 | 1 |
| Professional Ethics | 0-1-0 | 1 |
| French – II | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Probability and Statistics | 3-1-0 | 4 |
| Electromagnetics & Optics | 3-1-2 | 5 |
| Signals and Systems | 3-1-0 | 4 |
| Digital System Design | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| Network Analysis and Synthesis | 3-1-0 | 4 |
| Lean Start-up | 0-0-3 | 1 |
| Principles of Economics | 1-1-0 | 1.5 |
| French – III | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Electromagnetic Waves | 3-1-0 | 4 |
| Random Processes for Electrical Engineering | 3-1-0 | 4 |
| Analog Circuits | 3-1-2 | 5 |
| Control Systems | 2-1-0 | 3 |
| Design Thinking | 1-0-2 | 2 |
| Financial Accounting | 1-1-0 | 1.5 |
| French – IV | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to VLSI Design | 3-0-3 | 4.5 |
| Communication Theory and Systems | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| Programmable Devices | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| Digital Signal Processing | 2-1-2 | 4 |
| Machine Learning | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Elective I | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| French – V (optional) | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Principles of Wireless Communication | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Computing Systems Architecture | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Communication Electronics | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| Computer and Communication Networks | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Program Elective I | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Program Elective II | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Elective II | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| Introduction to Professional Development | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| French – VI (optional) | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Embedded Hardware Project | 0-0-6 | 3 |
| Optical Communication | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Program Elective III | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Program Elective IV | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Research Project Phase I | 0-0-6 | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Elective III | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| French – VII (optional) | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Research Project Phase II | 0-0-24 | 12 |
| French – VIII (optional) | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
Eligibility:
Indian category & PIO/NRI:
- Must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognised board, with physics, chemistry and mathematics in 12th grade are eligible.
- Minimum aggregate of 60% or equivalent in 10+2 for candidates applying through JEE / SAT / ACT.
- One of the following accepted test scores:
- Qualify JEE (Main) and be eligible to write JEE Advanced (or achieve top All India Rank in JEE Main)
- Valid SAT Subject Test scores (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry), minimum 1800
- Valid SAT Test Score (minimum 800)
- Valid ACT composite score (minimum 18)
- For applications via SAT / ACT, a technical & aptitude-based interview may be required.
Application process:
- Submit the online application via the MU admissions portal.
- Provide relevant test scores, academic transcripts, and any other required documents.
- Participate in interview / interaction rounds (for SAT / ACT applicants and others as applicable).
Fee structure (per annum):
| Category | Academic fees | Hostel charges | Caution deposit * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Students | ₹ 5,00,000 | ₹ 2,10,000 | ₹ 20,000 |
| PIO / NRI Students | USD 9,000 | USD 3,500 | USD 400 |
*Refundable at the end of study or graduation. Hostel stay is mandatory for B.Tech students. Fees are subject to revision each year.
Scholarships and financial aid
- Merit-based and need-based scholarships may be available (MU should provide details).
- Financial aid programs are offered to promising students.
- Details and criteria will be in the admission notification or brochure.
Where global education meets real-world outcomes
From AI and biotechnology to aerospace and consulting, our graduates are shaping industries worldwide; many joining leading firms, founding start-ups, or pursuing advanced study at top universities
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Graduate acceptances
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Recruiters
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Global academic partners
collaborating on exchanges, dual degrees, and joint research initiatives
From engineering classrooms to global careers
Hear what our students say…
“Here, teaching and research are not separate silos. Every project is an opportunity to involve students, to make them active contributors to new knowledge.”
“The University’s global partnerships have allowed me to co-teach with peers abroad and bring international perspectives into the classroom, something our students truly value.”
“What excites me at Mahindra University is the freedom to pursue interdisciplinary research. Collaborating with colleagues from engineering and social sciences has expanded my work in ways I never imagined.”
FAQs
The curriculum combines strong fundamentals with advanced subjects in electronics and communication, supported by practical lab work – equipping students for evolving industry demands.
Yes. Core subjects include laboratory components and the semester structure is designed to provide strong practical exposure alongside theoretical learning.
Electives allow students to deepen their knowledge in specific electronics and communication areas of interest, helping them tailor their expertise.
Graduates are well placed for roles in electronics, communication systems design, embedded systems, or further study and research in related fields.
Through a curriculum that emphasises laboratory work, applied learning, electives, and exposure to industry practice, the programme prepares graduates to adapt and lead in the field.
