B.Tech in VLSI Design & Technology
A 4-year undergraduate programme specialising in VLSI design, semiconductor technology and chip-design tools, preparing engineers for the global semiconductor ecosystem.
B.Tech in VLSI design and technology overview
This programme is crafted in response to India’s semiconductor mission, and trains students in VLSI design, analog/digital circuits, logic synthesis, device simulation and physical verification flows, using industry-standard tools from EDA companies. Students experience:
Solid foundational understanding
in computing, electrical and mathematical modules in early semesters.
Hands-on experience
in advanced VLSI design, memory design & testing, analog/digital full-custom circuit design using simulation tools.
Project-driven learning
culminating in embedded hardware projects and research project phases, enabling students to own complex design tasks.
Industry orientation
with exposure to major semiconductor firms such as Intel, Qualcomm, Broadcom, AMD, TSMC, preparing graduates to join the semiconductor value-chain.
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 Electrical Engineering | 2-1-2 | 4 |
| Introduction to Computing | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| Earth & Environmental Sciences | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| English | 3-0-0 | 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 & Complex Analysis | 3-1-0 | 4 |
| Classical & Quantum Mechanics | 2-1-2 | 4 |
| Introduction to Biology | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Introduction to Electronics | 2-1-2 | 4 |
| Discrete Mathematical Structures | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Data Structures | 3-0-2 | 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 & 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 |
| Design & Analysis of Algorithms | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| Lean Startup | 0-0-3 | 1 |
| Principles of Economics | 1-1-0 | 1.5 |
| French III | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Analog Circuits | 3-1-2 | 5 |
| Semiconductor Devices | 3-1-2 | 5 |
| Semiconductor Materials & Characterization | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Optimization Techniques for AI | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Theory of Computation | 3-0-0 | 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 |
| Programmable Devices | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| VLSI Fabrication Technology | 3-0-2 | 4 |
| Digital Signal Processing | 2-1-2 | 4 |
| Object Oriented Programming | 2-0-2 | 3 |
| Machine Learning | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Elective I | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| French V (opt) | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Computing Systems Architecture | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Advanced VLSI Design | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Memory Design & Testing | 2-0-2 | 3 |
| Program Elective I | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Elective II | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| Introduction to Professional Development | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| French VI (opt) | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Program Elective II | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Program Elective III | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Program Elective IV | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Elective III | 2-0-0 | 2 |
| Research Project Phase I | 0-1-4 | 3 |
| French VII (opt) | 0-2-0 | 0.5 |
| Course | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Final Year Project Phase II | 0-4-10 | 9 |
| French VIII (opt) | 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
for advanced studies at premium universities across the world
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Recruiters
offering career-defining opportunities across industries
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Global academic partners
collaborating on exchanges, dual degrees, and joint research initiatives
From engineering classrooms to global careers
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“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 course structure addresses the full chip-design process, from circuit theory and logic design to simulation and verification using professional-grade EDA tools.
Students are trained using Cadence and Synopsys platforms for analog/digital circuit design, layout and testing, ensuring industry relevance.
Project modules in embedded hardware, design verification and fabrication processes translate core principles into hands-on expertise.
Graduates are suited for semiconductor firms, chip-design consultancies and R&D labs worldwide, addressing the growing demand for VLSI engineers.
Through national semiconductor initiatives, specialised laboratories and research collaborations, students gain an understanding of how VLSI innovation powers future technologies.
