Mechanical Engineering

Specialization

Mechanical engineering is a dynamic and versatile field that forms the backbone of modern industry. As a mechanical engineering undergraduate, you'll dive into the fascinating world of designing, manufacturing, and maintaining mechanical systems. This blog post will explore the ins and outs of mechanical engineering programs, top universities, eligibility requirements, courses, scholarships, and job opportunities.

Scope & Opportunities

Mechanical engineering undergraduate programs equip students with essential skills in physics, mathematics, and engineering principles. These programs focus on designing and analysing mechanical systems, from small components to large-scale machinery. Graduates are prepared for diverse automotive, aerospace, robotics, and energy careers.

Top Universities for Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Programs:

Abroad:

University	Country	Duration	Avg. First-Year Annual Fees (INR)
MIT	USA	4 years	INR 48,00,000
Stanford University	USA	4 years	INR 45,50,000
University of Cambridge	UK	4 years	INR 35,00,000
ETH Zurich	Switzerland	3 years	INR 12,00,000
National University of Singapore	Singapore	4 years	INR 20,00,000

In India:

University	Duration	Avg. First Year Annual Fees (INR)
IIT Bombay	4 years	INR 2,20,000
IIT Delhi	4 years	INR 2,15,000
IIT Madras	4 years	INR 2,10,000
BITS Pilani	4 years	INR 4,50,000
VIT Vellore	4 years	INR 3,80,000

Eligibility Requirements:

To pursue a mechanical engineering undergraduate program, students typically need to meet the following criteria:

Completed higher secondary education (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects
Minimum 60-70% aggregate marks in 10+2 or equivalent
Competitive exam scores (JEE Main/Advanced for IITs, SAT/ACT for foreign universities)
English language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS scores for international students)

Courses Available in Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Programs:

Course	Average Fees (INR)
Engineering Mathematics	INR 30,000
Thermodynamics	INR 35,000
Fluid Mechanics	INR 32,000
Strength of Materials	INR 33,000
Machine Design	INR 36,000
Manufacturing Processes	INR 34,000
Heat Transfer	INR 31,000
Control Systems	INR 33,000
Mechatronics	INR 38,000
CAD/CAM	INR 40,000

Scholarships for Indian Students Studying Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Programs:

Abroad:

Scholarship Name	Amount (INR)	Type	No. of Awardees
Tata Scholarship	INR 25,00,000	Merit-based	20
Inlaks Scholarship	INR 20,00,000	Merit-based	10
Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship	INR 15,00,000	Need-based	15
KC Mahindra Scholarship	INR 10,00,000	Merit-based	30
GREAT Scholarships India	INR 18,00,000	Merit-based	25

In India:

Scholarship Name	Amount (INR)	Type	No. of Awardees
AICTE Pragati Scholarship	INR 50,000	Merit-cum-means	4000
Central Sector Scholarship	INR 1,00,000	Merit-based	1000
Inspire Scholarship	INR 80,000	Merit-based	10000
NTPC Scholarship	INR 60,000	Merit-based	100
Siemens Scholarship Program	INR 75,000	Merit-cum-means	200

Job Opportunities in Mechanical Engineering:

Job Role	Average Annual Salary (INR)
Mechanical Engineer	INR 5,00,000
Design Engineer	INR 6,50,000
Production Engineer	INR 4,80,000
Automotive Engineer	INR 7,00,000
Aerospace Engineer	INR 8,50,000
Robotics Engineer	INR 9,00,000
HVAC Engineer	INR 5,50,000
Project Manager	INR 12,00,000
Research and Development Engineer	INR 7,50,000
Quality Control Engineer	INR 5,20,000