NERIST conducts M.Tech programs in six engineering disciplines. Admission to the same is on the basis of performance in GATE or the institute’s own written test (NEPGET). Applicants are required to qualify relevant undergraduate degrees in order to be eligible to apply.

Duration 2 years/ 4 semesters
Type Full time
No. of Specializations 6
Basic Eligibility Criteria B. Tech or equivalent degree with an aggregate score of 6.5 on a scale of 10.
Basic Admission Criteria NEPGET

NERIST M.Tech Admission Dates

Events Dates
Release of GATE Notification August 24, 2023
Last Date to apply for GATE 2024 October 13, 2023
Modifications in GATE 2024 Application November 07 - November 11, 2023
Availablity of GATE Admit Cards for Download January 03, 2024
GATE Exam Date (Tentative) February 3,4,10, & 11, 2024

M.Tech Eligibility

  • M.Tech applicants should have a B. Tech. or equivalent degree with a CGPA of 6.5 on a scale of 10 or an aggregate score of 60%. SC/ST/PWD category candidates are allowed an exemption of 5% in aggregate score of qualifying exam.
  • Candidates should also have a valid GATE Score, in the absence of which, they will have to appear for the NERIST PG entrance test - NEPGET.

M.Tech Selection Criteria

  • Selection is on the basis of academic merit and performance in the entrance test.
  • Please note, candidates with valid GATE score are exempt from entrance examination for admission in M.Tech, subject to availability of seats.

NERIST M.Tech Admission: Syllabus

North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST), Itanagar offers Master of Technology (M.Tech) in 6 major disciplines: Agricultural, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics and Communication and Mechanical Engineering, with various specialisations. Details of M.Tech degree, specialisations and syllabus are tabulated below:

Degree Specialisation Syllabus
M.Tech in Agricultural Engineering Farm Machinery & Power (FMP) Year I: Sem-I, II have 4 courses and 2 electives* each.
Year-II: Project Part-I and Part-II in Sem-I and Sem-II, respectively.
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*7 choices for electives are provided.
Soil & Water Conservation Engineering (SWCE) Year I: Sem-I, II have 4 courses and 2 electives* each.
Year-II: Project Part-I and Part-II in Sem-I and Sem-II, respectively.
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*7 choices for electives are provided.
M.Tech in Civil Engineering - Check Details
M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering M.Tech in Computer Science  Year I: Sem-I, II have 3 courses and 2 electives* each.
Year II Sem- I: Project Seminar I (Credit 2) Project Viva Você I (Credit 2) Project Part Report (Credit 4)
Year II Sem-II: Project Seminar II (Credit 4) Project Viva Você II (Credit 4) Project Part Report (Credit 8)
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M.Tech (IT) Year I: 7 Courses in Sem-I and 2 in Sem-II
Year II: Seminars and Projects for both Semesters.
Any two each from Elective I and Elective II choices provided.
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Electrical Engineering M.Tech in Power System Engineering Year I Semester I: 4 Courses, 1 Elective Year I Semester II: 3 Courses, 1 Elective, 1 Mini Project
Year II: Dissertation
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Electronics and Communication Engineering M.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering Check Details
Mechanical Engineering M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Computer Integrated Manufacturing & Automation (Regular Course) Year I Semester I: 5 Courses and Sessionals-I
Year I Semester II: 3 Courses, 2 Electives and Sessionals-II
Year II Semester I: Seminar and Project Phase-I
Year II Semester II: Project – Phase II, Thesis Evaluation, Seminar and Viva voce
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NERIST M.Tech Placement Trends

NERIST M.Tech placements are majorly offered in IT and mechanical engineering sectors. Top recruiters of the institute are Bosch, OIL, Sysco, Tech Mahindra, SAP Consultancy, Datazen Engineering, Wipro, Ashok Leyland, Power Grid, HCL. 

Highest package reaches as high as INR 6 LPA. Students are offered roles as analyst, software developers or testers. The placement trend has been showcasing an upward trend since the past 4 years. Thus, projecting a scope for continuous improvement. 

NERIST M.Tech Admission FAQs

Ques. Which are the disciplines in which NERIST M.Tech Admission will be offered?

Ans. NERIST M.Tech Admission will be offered in 6 disciplines namely: Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Electronics and Communication Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. 

Ques. What is the minimum score required for M.Tech admission at NERIST?

Ans. Interested students need to have B.Tech or equivalent with a CGPA 6.5 (on 10 point scale) or aggregate 60% marks for General Category and a valid GATE Score. Relaxation of 5% marks is offered for reserved category students. 

Ques. Is GATE score required for NERIST M.Tech Admission 2024?

Ans. Yes, a valid GATE score is required for NERIST M.Tech Admission 2024. 

Ques. What is the reservation criteria for NERIST M.Tech Admission 2024?

Ans. Seats will be reserved for NERIST M.Tech Admission 2024 for SC / ST / OBC / PWD Category as per Govt. of India rules.

Ques. What is the intake capacity for M.Tech courses at NERIST?

Ans. Intake for NERIST M.Tech. program is about 18 seats in each M.Tech. courses.

Ques. How to apply for NERIST M.Tech Admission 2024?

Ans. Visit the official website of NERIST, register with email and mobile number and login with required credentials. Fill details and make payments (non-refundable fee) using Debit/Credit Card or Netbanking.