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Mar 13, 2023 19:31PM IST

All About M.Tech Environmental Engineering

Masters of Technology in environmental engineering or M.Tech environmental engineering is a full-time 2-year postgraduate degree programme that aims at instilling in students professional business acumen through advanced study of environmental biotechnology, ecological engineering, solid & hazardous waste management, air pollution control, environmental microbiology, environmental chemistry and so on. One of the primary goals of the 2-year M.Tech environmental engineering course is to train students for environmental improvements as well as advanced study in the discipline. The curriculum of the master’s degree programme in environmental engineering integrates theoretical and practical aspects of the study. 

A B.E/B.Tech degree holder in environmental engineering or related discipline from a recognized university with a minimum aggregate score of 60% can apply for admission into the postgraduate degree programme in environmental engineering offered by a reputed institute. Direct admissions, as well as entrance-based admissions, are available in the institutions offering M.Tech in environmental engineering. 

For more details regarding the M.Tech environmental engineering course like the detailed eligibility criteria, admission process, syllabus of M.Tech EE, job scopes, career prospects, salary etc, the candidates are requested to go through the content of the following sections.

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M.Tech Environmental Engineering Course Highlights

All the important details regarding the M.Tech environmental engineering course have been provided in the highlights table below - 

Full name of the programme

Masters of Technology in Environmental Engineering

Duration of the programme

02 years

Level of programme

Postgraduate

Academic eligibility criteria

B.E/B.Tech in environmental engineering or any relevant discipline with 60% aggregate at least from a recognized university

Admission criteria

Both entrance-based and merit-based admissions

Average annual course fee

1.5 LPA to 2.5 LPA

Average starting salary

INR 4 LPA to INR 6 LPA

Major recruiters

The Indure Pvt Ltd, Dresser-Rand India Pvt Ltd, Brunel India Pvt Ltd, Privi Organics Pvt Ltd etc

Job profiles

Senior ROV Technician, Environmental Officer, Drilling Personnel, Environmental Engineer, Environmental Specialist etc

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M.Tech Environmental Engineering Eligibility Criteria

All the M.Tech environmental engineering aspiring candidates must fulfil the following eligibility criteria to be eligible for admission into a reputed university/institution - 

  • Applicants must have a B.E/B.Tech degree in environmental engineering or a relevant discipline from a recognized university/institution

  • Applicants must have secured at least 60% marks in aggregate at the previous qualifying examination level

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M.Tech Environmental Engineering Admission Process

The various ways through which candidates can take admission into the M.Tech environmental engineering programme are as follows - 

Entrance Based

Candidates have to appear in a reputed entrance exam like GATE, PGCET, UPSEE, TANCET, OUAT etc and secure a valid rank/mark and based on the rank/mark, take admission into a reputed institute through a counselling process

Merit-Based

Candidates have to apply directly to their respective institutions/universities through the official website and the institute officials, based on the previous qualifying exam marks, offer admission to the candidates

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M.Tech Environmental Engineering Syllabus

Different institutions/universities follow different syllabus but they all at some point teach the following topics in the M.Tech environmental engineering programme over the duration of 02 years - 

  • Water Treatment & Supply Systems

  • Environmental Chemistry and Microbiology

  • Research Process & Methodology

  • Air and Noise Pollution and Control

  • Waste Water Treatment

  • Environmental System Design Lab

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M.Tech Environmental Engineering Career Options and Job Prospects

An M.Tech degree in environmental engineering can open up various bright career prospects such as the following for a candidate - 

  • Senior ROV Technician

  • Drilling Personnel

  • Project Coordinator

  • Environmental Engineer

  • Health & Safety Administrator

  • Bio Research Assistant

  • Technical Test Engineer

  • Assistant Professor

  • Environmental Specialist

Based on the experience in the aforementioned job profiles, a candidate can get from somewhere between INR 4 LPA and INR 6 LPA as salary.

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FAQs about M.Tech Environmental Engineering

Who should apply for admission into the M.Tech environmental engineering programme?

Candidates with a B.E or B.Tech degree in environmental engineering or any relevant discipline who also have an interest in solid waste management & air pollution control, wastewater treatment, control of environmental pollution etc should apply for admission in the M.Tech in environmental engineering programme

How much environmental engineers make at the starting of their career with a master’s degree in environmental engineering?

An environmental engineer makes around INR 4 LPA to INR 6 LPA at the start of his/her career with a master’s degree in environmental engineering

Which is the best institute to pursue M.Tech environmental engineering from in India currently?

Institutions like Sandip University (Nashik), Indian Institute of Technology (Madras), Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute (Chennai), Indian Institute of Technology (Delhi) and Sharda University (Greater Noida) etc are some of the highly-reputed institutes offering the M.Tech in environmental engineering course

Which skills are a must-possess for environmental engineers?

Skills such as problem-solving skills, interpersonal skills, imaginative mind, good reading and writing skills are a must-have for an environmental engineer

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Related Questions

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Navneet, Student / Alumni

-Answered on May-11-2022
LPU is good for Mechatronics. Good placements in a core company as well as a software company.other than participating in different events like a go-kart, project expo, entertainment events like one India, one world, etc. Practical-based learning and valuable guest lectures also.LPU provides ample opportunities to every one of the eligible students to secure a good placement. Zee News Survey rated us as 11th Best in India in Placements. Top companies visited for placements: Volkswagon, Voltas, Anglo-Eastern Ship Mgt., Asahi India, Rockman (Hero group), Dharam Consulting, Samundra, Indo-MIM, Sandhar Technologies, JK Lakshmi Cement, Maruti, Lava, XL Dynamics, Asahi India, Cleanmax Solar, Elgi Equipments, etc.Above 70% placements. Highest Package: Rs 7.9 LPA from Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India Rs 7.5 LPA from Wilmar InternationalApart from their placements, LPU also provides rich support to its students to focus on their entrepreneurship projects that can help the student set up their own businesses. For more details, you may refer to the LPU website.
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payel karmakar, Student / Alumni

-Answered on Aug-05-2021
i have complte my graduation from open university, but i want bpd(physical education) course after graduation, wht can i do nd which form i wil fillup in this yer. plz help me
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Diksha Sharma, Student / Alumni

-Answered on July-07-2020

Dear Student,

Yes, as per your graduation aggregate, you are eligible to apply for admission to IIT Hyderabad. However, to get selected for admission, you will have to appear for the Post Graduate Entry Exam (PGEE) which is conducted by IITH for admission to MS and M.Tech programs.

The admission procedure for IIT Hyderabad consists of the following steps:

1. The candidates will have to apply for the PGEE exam and pay the application fee through the official website.

2. The candidates will have to appear for the PGEE entrance test which will consist of two sections: General Aptitude and Subject Papers.

3. If the candidates qualify the entrance test, they will have to appear for the group discussion and personal interview round.

4. If the candidates qualify all three rounds, admission will be provided to the candidate.

If you want to know about all the IIIT colleges in India, their selection process, eligibility and fees, check List of IIIT Colleges In India.

You can also fill the Common Application Form on our website for admission-related assistance. You can also reach us through our IVRS Number - 1800-572-9877.