Engineers apply scientific and mathematical principles to design, analyze, build, and maintain systems, structures, software, and technologies that solve real-world problems and improve lives. They play a critical role in infrastructure (bridges, roads), healthcare (medical devices), environment (clean energy), and beyond .
Skills: strong math/science, problem-solving, creativity, analytical thinking.
Personality traits: detail-oriented, collaborative, resilient, innovative.
Interests: building systems, tech innovation, societal impact, research and development .
In India:
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM), typically ≥ 45–60% aggregate
Abroad:
Equivalent secondary qualifications, strong math/science grades; specific criteria vary by country and university.
In India:
JEE Main & Advanced
BITSAT (BITS Pilani)
VITEEE (VIT)
SRMJEEE (SRM)
MET (Manipal), LPUNEST, and state CETs like KEAM, KCET
Abroad:
SAT/ACT (US), Advanced Placement (AP)
Portfolio may be required for interdisciplinary or design-based programs. Requirements vary by institution.
IIT Madras
IIT Delhi
IIT Bombay
IIT Kanpur
IIT Roorkee
IIT Kharagpur
BITS Pilani
VIT Vellore
IIIT Hyderabad
MIT
Stanford
UC Berkeley
Caltech
ETH Zurich
University of Cambridge
Oxford
Georgia Tech
NUS
Typically a 4‑year degree including:
Core courses: mathematics, physics, program-specific subjects (e.g., thermodynamics, circuits).
Practical lab/studio work, group projects, capstone design.
Often industry internships/co‑ops in 3rd/4th year.
After a Bachelor’s, you can pursue:
M.Tech / M.E (specializations in AI, robotics, civil, etc.),
MS (abroad, often research focus),
MBA (tech management),
Ph.D (research),
Certificates in Urban Planning, Sustainability, Data Science.
Technical: system design, programming, simulation, data analysis.
Soft: project management, teamwork, communication.
Tools: CAD, MATLAB, lab equipment, version control.
Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Aerospace, Chemical engineers
Data analyst
Project engineer
R&D, Quality control, Consultant, Product engineer.
Data science, UX/UI design, Product management, Urban planning, Technical consulting, Patent law, Operations, Systems architecture.
Programming: Python, C/C++, Java
CAD: AutoCAD, SolidWorks
Simulation/analysis: MATLAB, ANSYS
Web/DB: JavaScript, SQL, Git
Field‑specific tools: SPICE (EE), ETABS (structural)