BE Computer Engineering

BE Computer engineering or Bachelor of Engineering in Computer engineering is a four-year undergraduate degree program. BE computer engineering course offers students the knowledge of computer hardware and software which is necessary for developing computer-based systems. The minimum eligibility criteria to get admission in BE computer engineering course is 45% marks aggregate and the student must have completed 10+2 education with physics, chemistry, and mathematics from a recognized board. 

There are certain colleges that provide admission in BE computer engineering based on entrance examinations like JEE, CUCET, BITSAT, etc. The entrance to IITs can be secured only after clearing JEE Advanced. There are many reputed colleges for BE computer engineering which provide top facilities, faculty, and infrastructure to aspiring students. If you have knowledge or are interested in gaining skills like computer languages, programming skills, and analytical skills and want to learn every aspect of computer components from designing, and development to its maintenance then BE computer engineering course is best suited for you.

Some of the highlights of BE computer engineering course are added below: 

BE Computer engineering comes with ample job opportunities for graduates and includes job roles such as software developer, software tester, product engineer, programmer, consulting engineer, etc. BE Computer Engineering is a high-demand course not only in India but even abroad because we are living in a digital world these days and if you are wondering what computer engineers do, all you have to do is look in your own house.

Some of colleges offering BE Computer Engineering course are listed below:

• IIT Madras
• IIT Delhi
• Chandigarh University 
• SRM institute of science and technology 
• NIT Calicut
• IIT Bombay 
• IIT Kanpur
• Vellore institute of technology 
• IIEST Shibpur
• IIT Kharagpur

• Course in demand- The students completing the degree of BE Computer engineering are always in demand because the demand for computer engineering is never-ending.
• Covers complete knowledge of computer and computer-based systems- BE computer engineering comprises the study of both hardware and software components of the computer.
• High salary- The starting salary for students completing BE Computer Engineering degree is somewhere around 3L - 8L p.a. However, a student possessing highly enhanced skills may get a yearly package of 10L-15L p.a.
• Chance to work abroad- The demand for BE computer engineering students or engineers abroad is quite high. Top MNCs may recruit such students and it gives them a chance to work abroad.
• Placement opportunities at MNCs- Top MNCs like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Tech Mahindra, Facebook, Apple, Dell, Infosys, Wipro, etc. often recruit BE Computer Engineering degrees holders, especially from India.
• Increased demand in near future- The future holds increased use of technology and therefore the demand for computer engineers will be increasing in the near future. Also, the pandemic has pushed people to work from home and among all other branches of engineering, computer engineers can perform their work without actually going into the fields.

It must be noted that some universities provide admission on the basis of 10+2 marks while others admit on the basis of entrance examination score. However, a common eligibility criteria for admission in BE Computer Engineering can be understood from the following points:

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 examination or equivalent examination from a recognized board. 
• Candidates must qualify 10+2 with physics, chemistry and mathematics as compulsory subjects. 
• Candidates must have secured a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate.
• There is no age limit for pursuing BE computer engineering.
• If the university grants admission in BE Computer Engineering on the basis of an entrance exam, then the candidate must be required to clear the examination along with 10+2 education.
• For admission in IITs, it is compulsory for candidates to clear JEE (Joint Entrance Exam).
• Certain national and state level entrance exams like AIEEE (All India engineering entrance exam), BITSAT (Birla institute of technology and science admission test), etc. are also conducted by different universities across India. Candidates must clear such examinations to be eligible for admission in BE computer engineering.

• A candidate can apply for BE computer engineering in his/her dream college through online or offline mode.
• For online application, the candidate must visit the college website and fill the respective admission form. For offline application, candidates need to visit the college.
• The candidate must meet the BE Computer Engineering eligibility criteria to be able to get admission. Now, if you are applying through entrance exams then you need to prepare thoroughly in order to secure admission in the college. 

Following is some points regarding how you can clear BE computer engineering course entrance exam:

• Complete the entire syllabus and be thorough with the important topics.
• Give yourself enough time for revision.
• Be confident with your calculations.
• Practice as many sample papers as you can.
• Cross-check your answers in order to track your progress.
• Focus on your comprehension and general aptitude skills.
• Based on the BE Computer Engineering entrance exam score, the college grants admission in the respective course.

JEE Main and JEE Advanced are the two main entrance exams for admission in BE Computer engineering. However, state level examinations are also conducted by certain states (WBJEE, MHT CET, etc.) for admission in Computer engineering. Some popular BE computer engineering entrance exams are listed below:

JEE Main - Joint Entrance Exam Main 

It is the most popular entrance exam for undergraduate courses in computer engineering. It is conducted twice a year - session 1 in the months of June and session 2 in the months of july. A candidate can appear for both the exams. The best out of two will be considered for admission. Some important dates for JEE main 2022 are as follows-

JEE Main June Session Dates

JEE Main July Session Dates

JEE Advanced- Joint Entrance Exam Advanced 

It is one of the toughest entrance exams in India. The admission to IITs can be secured only after clearing this exam. It must be noted that only those candidates who have qualified JEE main exam can appear for JEE Advanced. 

Some important dates for JEE Advanced 2022 are as follows-

BITSAT - Birla Institute Of Science And Technology 

It is another popular entrance exam for admission in undergraduate engineering courses. Some important dates for BITSAT 2022 are as follows-

There are various universities and colleges which provide BE computer engineering courses. These can be either government or private colleges. A combined list of some of the top colleges for BE computer engineering is given below-

• IIT Delhi
• IIT madras
• JMI New delhi
• NSUT Delhi
• Chandigarh University
• BITS pilani
• NIT calicut
• Vellore institute of technology
• SRM institute of science and technology
• IIT Kharagpur
• IIT Kanpur
• IIT mumbai
• IIT Guwahati
• NIT Delhi
• NIT Tiruchirappalli

The scope and future of computer engineers abroad is bright. Some top abroad universities which provide BE computer engineering course are as follows:

1. Marconi international university 
2. California state university, long beach
3. University of South Alabama 
4. Liverpool hope university 
5. Altinbas university

The fee structure for BE computer engineering is different in different colleges. It depends on several factors like location, faculty, facilities, etc. However, the average fees for the course ranges between INR 50000-1.5LPA.

The syllabus for BE computer engineering might slightly differ in different colleges. However, a general semester-wise syllabus could be understood from the following table:

• Knowledge of computer languages
• Algorithm skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Basic knowledge of web development
• Critical and analytical skills
• Logical reasoning skills 

The scope of BE computer engineering is rising at a high rate in India due to growth in the technology and IT sector.

• The covid pandemic has even added to the increased use of technology and digital services.
• The salary offered to computer engineers is also quite high starting from INR 3LPA to 15 LPA depending upon the skills of the candidates.
• Many MNCs and big firms like Google, Facebook , Amazon, Flipkart, Infosys, Microsoft, IBM, Wipro, Adobe, etc. recruit computer engineers in huge amounts.
• Also, India is one of the major hot-spots for recruiting employees.
• Apart from MNCs, computer engineers can also be employed at private firms, banks, colleges and universities, government organizations, finance companies, IT firms , armed forces and other sectors. Hence, BE computer engineering is a field of immense scope and opportunities for the students.

The salary after completing BE computer engineering may vary according to different job roles. However, an average salary may be expected from 4L- 8LPA.The salary of some of the popular jobs is listed below-

After completing BE computer engineering, students have two options- get employed or go for higher studies.There are a large number of job opportunities available for BE computer engineering students. Some of these profiles along with description is given in the following table:

Opting for higher studies will give in-depth knowledge about the computer engineering field. If a student wants, he/she can pursue the following courses:

• M.E. computer engineering- Master of engineering in computer engineering is a post graduate computer engineering course. The duration of the course is 2 years. M.E. computer engineering is mostly done by the students who aim to become lecturers and professors in colleges and universities.
• MTech computer engineering- Master of technology in Computer engineering is another post graduate computer engineering course. The duration of the course is 2 years. M.E. computer engineering is a detailed course covering wide range of topics and subtopics which gives complete knowledge about the hardware and software systems of computer.
• PhD computer engineering- Doctor of philosophy in computer engineering is a doctorate computer engineering course. The duration of the course is 3 years. The PhD in computer engineering emphasizes excellence in education and research, providing graduates with a solid foundation for a career in industry, academia, and research labs.Apart from these, students can also opt for MS computer engineering, MBA IT , MBA finance, etc. according to their field of interest.