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What is Aerospace Engineering?

Aerospace Engineering is a branch of Engineering that provides skills and knowledge to design, manufacture and maintain spacecrafts, aircrafts, missiles and weapons systems. A large part of Aerospace Engineering consists of Mechanical Engineering covering a wide range of topics, including computer application, structures, mathematics, physics, drafting, electricity, robotics, aeronautics etc. It also covers two aspects of engineering, namely Aeronautical Engineering and Astronomical Engineering.

Aerospace Engineering is considered to among the toughest branches of engineering that has carved its niche among the students. However, once completed this course gives 'wings' to your career taking it to new heights. 

Here’s an overview of Aerospace Engineering for aspirants who wish to make a career in this field.

Aerospace Engineering: Required Skill Set

Aerospace Engineering is a highly specialised technological field that requires overall excellence in mathematical, calculative and observational skills. Research in this field takes years to be completed thus, resilience and persistence are important. Here are a few essential qualities/skills you would require to be a successful Aerospace Engineer:

Required Skill Set For Aerospace Engineering 

Excellent academic background in Science stream

Strong analytical and mathematical skills

Creativity and innovativeness in product designing

Eye for detail

Ability to work under pressure and for long hours

Scientific acumen

Physical stamina

Ability to work in a team and be able to lead a team

Aerospace Engineering Eligibility Criteria

An Aerospace Engineering aspirant must meet the minimum eligibility criteria to be able to pursue the course. Check the minimum eligibility criteria for Aerospace Engineering below:

  • Minimum eligibility criteria for pursuing Aerospace Engineering is passing higher secondary or Class 12 with a minimum of 60 per cent marks (55 per cent marks for SC/ST) in Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Maths)
  • Aerospace Engineering is most of the degree courses are offered at post-graduate level. For this, the candidate is required to have 60 per cent marks (55 per cent marks for SC/ST) in Bachelor's degree (BE/B Tech or equivalent)
  • For admission to post-graduate and Doctoral programmes and research, GATE score is required
  • Candidates with three-four year degree in Engineering, technical diploma, five-year Architecture,  Postgraduates in Mathematics/Science/Statistics/Computer Applications are also eligible to pursue Aerospace Engineering
  • If one aspires to join National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the United States (US), they must be informed that NASA recommends a degree in a variety of disciplines, including Biomedical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Optical Engineering, and Oceanography. PhD is highly recommended for those who want to join NASA.

Aerospace Engineering Syllabus

The Aerospace Engineering programme is essentially a BTech programme which is spread over four academic years. Any Aerospace Engineering course comprises the following subjects/topics:

Aerospace Engineering: Syllabus

Aerodynamics

Flight Mechanics

Aerospace Propulsion

Incompressible Fluid Mechanics

Aerospace Structural Mechanics

Introduction to Aerospace Engineering

Aircraft Design

Spaceflight Mechanics

Aircraft Propulsion

Thermodynamics and Propulsion

Aerospace Engineering Job Profiles

Aerospace Engineers design spacecraft, aircraft, missiles and weapons systems. In addition, they are also responsible for assembling, maintaining and ensuring they function properly at all times. Some specialise in other important equipment such as air guidance systems, guidance control systems, propulsions, etc.

Duties of an Aerospace Engineer include:

  • Developing new technologies for use in spacecraft, aviation and defense systems
  • Designing, assembling and testing of aircraft and aerospace products
  • Examine damage or malfunction in an equipment to find our possible reason and offer solution
  • Assessing cost and feasibility of new projects proposed to be undertaken
  • Determining quality standard acceptance criteria for design methods, quality standards, sustainment after delivery, and completion dates
  • Evaluating that the project or the product meets engineering principles, safety norms, customer requirements and environmental challenges
  • Manufacturing aircraft and individual components in coordination with the design team.
  • Aerospace Engineers take on specialised areas of functioning such as software engineering, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, for automation and guidance purposes, aerodynamics or propulsion systems.

Aerospace Engineers specialise in two types of Engineering: Aeronautical and Astronomical.

Aeronautical Engineer: An Aeronautical Engineer works on aircrafts and its components.

Astronomical Engineer: An Astronomical Engineer works specifically on spacecraft and related technologies.

Aerospace Engineering Top Recruiters

Aerospace Engineering is an ever evolving field, adopting new technology for further development in production and functioning of aircrafts and spacecrafts. Earlier the space was dominated by government organisations, but with the entry of many private players, opportunities in this industry are growing more and more. Listed below are a few organisations that hire Aerospace Engineers in various capacities.

  • Indian Space Research Organisations (ISRO)
  • Hindustan Aeronautical Limited (HAL)
  • National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL)
  • Defence Research And Development Organisation (DRDO)

Private companies that hire Aerospace Engineers for their aircraft related projects are: Airbus, Boeing, Goodrich, GE.

Also Read: Career as Aerospace Engineer

Popular Aerospace Engineering Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Aerospace Engineering Colleges in India. Learn more about these Aerospace Engineering colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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Popular Aerospace Engineering UG Courses in India

Following are the most popular Aerospace Engineering UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

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Popular Aerospace Engineering PG Courses in India

Following are the most popular Aerospace Engineering PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

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Ballepu bhargav

2021-02-27 11:47:00

All top private aerospace engineering college in Hyderabad.

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pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

4 days ago

The following are the top private Engineering Colleges in Hyderabad offering the B.Tech Aerospace Engineering course.
1. GITAM SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY, Hyderabad campus
2. MLR Institute of Technology
3. Institute of Aeronautical Engineering (IARE). .

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Shrushti Bahiruwale

2021-02-26 21:13:52

Can I get admission in IIT Bombay through JEE Mains only for Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering.

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

5 days ago

Hello Shrushti, it's very nice to hear from you that you are interested in doing the most famous aeronautical engineer in course in Mumbai IIT. But I am afraid that nearly passing JEE Mains is not enough since admissions in this institute for graduation in this branch are based on the ranking obt...Hello Shrushti, it's very nice to hear from you that you are interested in doing the most famous aeronautical engineer in course in Mumbai IIT. But I am afraid that nearly passing JEE Mains is not enough since admissions in this institute for graduation in this branch are based on the ranking obtained by the student in JEE Advanced. You need to come within the first two and half Lacs students in JEE Mains to make you eligible to appear for or JEE Advanced and then score handsomely in this examination to get admission in your dream course. Best wishes to you.

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sibukanta tripathy

2021-02-23 10:04:36

Can I admission aerospace engineering after Diploma Electrical engineer

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

a week ago

Hello Sibukanta Tripathi, yes indeed. You can definitely think of seeking admission in this institution. I. Attaching a link that will give you all the required information.https://www.shiksha.com/college/alliance-college-of-engineering-and-design-alliance-university-btm-1st-stage-bangalore-34809...Hello Sibukanta Tripathi, yes indeed. You can definitely think of seeking admission in this institution. I. Attaching a link that will give you all the required information.
https://www.shiksha.com/college/alliance-college-of-engineering-and-design-alliance-university-btm-1st-stage-bangalore-34809/admission
Best wishes to you.

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VT

2021-02-08 00:28:39

Is aerospace engineering in iist really good? Does it have any scope in upcoming years?

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pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

3 weeks ago

Aerospace engineering focuses in designing, construction, development, testing and maintenance of commercial and military air crafts and spacecrafts. One who specializes in Aerospace engineering and possess the bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering is titled as an Aerospace Engineer. Graduate...Aerospace engineering focuses in designing, construction, development, testing and maintenance of commercial and military air crafts and spacecrafts. One who specializes in Aerospace engineering and possess the bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering is titled as an Aerospace Engineer.
Graduate of Aerospace engineering are equipped to undertake challenging work in Aerospace Industry. On crucial aspects like propulsion system, aerodynamic design, structural system, precision manufacturing etc. Most of them would join the ISRO and contribute to national space program. They could also take up jobs outside ISRO like HAL, DRDO and ancillaries industries related to the aerospace sector. Having undergone most courses a mechanical engineering graduate would, they can also take up jobs in automotive sector, power sector, manufacturing and R&D etc.
Career options : An Aerospace Engineer can work in both government & private sectors. There are many job opportunities for aerospace engineers in India as well as abroad. Basically an Aerospace Engineer design, develops, researches, test and maintains the performance of military & civil aircraft, rockets, missiles, weapons systems, satellites, etc.
Major Job opportunities for Aerospace Engineers are available in Air Force, Airlines, Corporate Research Companies, Helicopter Companies, Defence Ministry, Aviation Companies, NASA, Flying clubs, Aeronautical Laboratories, Aircraft manufacturers, government owned air services and many others.
Job opportunity in the field of teaching is also open for candidates possessing masters degree in aerospace engineering.
Scope : It has a unique scope for Aerospace Engineering opportunities in India and abroad. With a budget of more than 1.5 billion dollars and record of launching the most satellites in a single mission, India's leading space agency, the ISRO ranks at no. 5 worldwide. It is not the end, many satellites, rockets, missiles, etc. will also be launched in the future which can enhance the rank of the ISRO at the international level. India is one of the countries having brilliant and hardworking youth which can take the aviation sector to the next level. The students are interested in the segment of the research and technology can join this. The Aerospace Engineering in India scope will be touching the new heights.

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sangita srivastava

2021-01-29 13:55:29

Top Indian colleges for aerospace engineering.

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

a month ago

Hello Sangita, It's Indeed very nice to SEE your enthusiasm and interest in aerospace engineering. However let me question you that the placements for graduates of aerospace engineering is quite problematic. There are very few Jobs available and as a result majority of the students in going in fo...Hello Sangita, It's Indeed very nice to SEE your enthusiasm and interest in aerospace engineering. However let me question you that the placements for graduates of aerospace engineering is quite problematic. There are very few Jobs available and as a result majority of the students in going in for MBA or pursue their MS in US or some other European country. In view of this I would strongly recommend that you pause think over search around and then only going for graduation in this branch. To help you I am attaching a link that will give you all the required information about different colleges across India who are offering this branch for studies. https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/colleges/b-tech-in-aerospace-engineering-colleges-india
Best wishes to you.

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Yuva Vanka

2021-01-27 21:35:54

I want to join aerospace engineering after completing diploma mechanical course.so I could like to join NASA aftercomplete the aerospace eng

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

a month ago

Hello Yuva Vanka, you are presently doing Diploma in mechanical engineering and after completion you wish to complete aerospace engineering graduation so that you can get a job in NASA. Right? Frankly speaking getting a job in NASA for a non US citizen is quite tough since that being the premier ...Hello Yuva Vanka, you are presently doing Diploma in mechanical engineering and after completion you wish to complete aerospace engineering graduation so that you can get a job in NASA. Right? Frankly speaking getting a job in NASA for a non US citizen is quite tough since that being the premier space agency of the country. In addition take on board specialists from different fields of studies like fluids structure materials physics mathematics metallurgy etc. One need not be an aerospace engineer to get employed in NASA for that matter even ISRO here in India. The best way for you is to clear your JEE Mains and then JEE Advanced and get admission in one of the IIT for aeronautical for aerospace engineering course. Your chances for placements will increase and you can also think of doing MS in US subsequent to the graduation in India which will further enable you to get job in NASA. Best wishes to you.

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Srikanth

2021-01-14 10:29:28

Iam interested to join in aerospace engineering after 12th what are the examination conducted for entry of engineering college s.

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

a month ago

Hello Srikanth, it's very nice to know that after completion of your 12th standard you are interested in seeking admission for the branch of aeronautical engineering for aerospace engineering. Normally speaking every state in India with the notable exception of tamilnadu have assigned some or the...Hello Srikanth, it's very nice to know that after completion of your 12th standard you are interested in seeking admission for the branch of aeronautical engineering for aerospace engineering. Normally speaking every state in India with the notable exception of tamilnadu have assigned some or the other examination as the criteria for giving admissions to the engineering colleges. At the Central government level one needs to appear for JEE Mains and for advanced for admissions to CFTI for IIT. You need to access the website of the directorate of technical education of your state to know whether they conduct a separate entrance exam for or take JEE Mains score for admissions to the colleges in your state and depending on this you will need a cure for this entrance exam and then bid to get this branch of engineering while taking admission. Best wishes to you.

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Kanak Shejwal

2021-01-10 14:09:55

After 12th pcb Science and B.Sc. In cpbz, M.Sc. Can we do Ph.D. in aerospace engineering?

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

a month ago

Hello Kanak, it's very nice to hear from you that you are intending to do doctorate in aerospace engineering. However aerospace engineering is an omnibus subject and it encompasses to many issues and areas. In addition for doing a doctor if one needs to option the Masters degree which apparently ...Hello Kanak, it's very nice to hear from you that you are intending to do doctorate in aerospace engineering. However aerospace engineering is an omnibus subject and it encompasses to many issues and areas. In addition for doing a doctor if one needs to option the Masters degree which apparently you have not here joined. But then you can do doctorate in one of the specialisations of physics which would be of use in aeronautical sciences. I would advise you to look for a guide and an institution who is offering this doctor air and after talking to them you can decide your next course of action. Best wishes to you.

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Seema Gupta

2021-01-06 08:05:19

Hi, Need your help in applying to good colleges in India for Aerospace Engineering. Preferably without JEE for 2021 batch.

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

a month ago

Hello Seem Gupta, it's very nice to know that you are interested in seeking admission in the Aerospace branch of engineering. However let me question you about the future prospects. As per the report more than 50% of the students who passed out the year before last could not be placed in the prop...Hello Seem Gupta, it's very nice to know that you are interested in seeking admission in the Aerospace branch of engineering. However let me question you about the future prospects. As per the report more than 50% of the students who passed out the year before last could not be placed in the proper field after passing out as Aerospace or aeronautical engineers. As a result majority took the course of joining MBA and few of them went abroad for pursuing MS. I am afraid the opportunities for the students of this branch at least at the moment or in the foreseeable future are quite less and hence the majority of the seats are not getting filled out for this branch. To help you I am attaching a link that can give you the list of colleges offering this branch. https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/colleges/b-tech-in-aerospace-engineering-colleges-india
Best wishes to you.

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Dammu Lokesh

2020-12-27 20:39:24

Can I get admission in Punjab engineering college Chandigarh in B.Tech with aerospace engineering after completing Diploma mechanical e.

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

2 months ago

Hello Dammu, you have completed your Diploma in mechanical engineering and now you have interest in doing graduation in engineering in aeronautical engineering branch. Right? Yes, you can definitely do this. Provided of course you fulfill any other condition about eligibility if existing. Best wi...Hello Dammu, you have completed your Diploma in mechanical engineering and now you have interest in doing graduation in engineering in aeronautical engineering branch. Right? Yes, you can definitely do this. Provided of course you fulfill any other condition about eligibility if existing. Best wishes to you.

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Puli Vilash

2020-12-29 20:21:32

Sir can a computer engineering graduate can study M.Tech in aerospace engineering?

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

2 months ago

Hello Puli Vilash, now a days, the admissions to PG courses in engineering are invariably based on performance in the particular paper of GATE. You need to appear in the paper concerning aeronautical engineering in GATE for getting admission in M.Tech in aeronautical engineering. Best wishes to y...Hello Puli Vilash, now a days, the admissions to PG courses in engineering are invariably based on performance in the particular paper of GATE. You need to appear in the paper concerning aeronautical engineering in GATE for getting admission in M.Tech in aeronautical engineering. Best wishes to you.

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Dammu Lokesh

2020-12-27 21:52:40

What is the procedure for pec Chandigarh direct second year admission in B.Tech aerospace engineering after Diploma mechanical engineering.

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pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

2 months ago

PEC Chandigarh does not offers direct second year admission in any B.Tech courses. All the admissions in B.Tech first year courses are based on the JEE Main ranks. So you have to seek admission in other Engineering colleges like CU, LPU and TIET etc.

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Heena bolia

2020-12-27 15:34:11

In aerospace engineering good for girls.

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

2 months ago

Yes, definitely. In today's world, the girls have conquered all the frontiers including becoming the fighter pilots in the Indian Air Force. Doing engineering in the aeronautical branch is absolutely no issue for girls. You should study hard and you will find the placements at the end of your 4-y...Yes, definitely. In today's world, the girls have conquered all the frontiers including becoming the fighter pilots in the Indian Air Force. Doing engineering in the aeronautical branch is absolutely no issue for girls. You should study hard and you will find the placements at the end of your 4-year degree course. Best wishes to you.

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shreya redddy

2020-12-26 20:00:39

I have 4.5 and 2.75 as eyesight for my right and left eyes respectively, am I eligible to do aerospace or aeronautical engineering?

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

2 months ago

Hello Shreya, I have not heard any debarment due to low eyesight. But is it not correctable to 6/6 after wearing of glasses? These days there are laser surgeries that can correct this. Have you attempted this? Fundamentally speaking, there are restrictions to join as pilot in a flying school but ...Hello Shreya, I have not heard any debarment due to low eyesight. But is it not correctable to 6/6 after wearing of glasses? These days there are laser surgeries that can correct this. Have you attempted this? Fundamentally speaking, there are restrictions to join as pilot in a flying school but not in engineering, to the best of my knowledge. Best wishes to you.

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Gaurav Sharma

2020-12-25 21:23:29

Is there any exam for integrated exam for aerospace engineering in amity university.

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

2 months ago

Hello Gaurav, For getting admission into amity university and its various campuses or student has to apply based on the information given on their website. I am attaching a link that will give you all the required information about admission procedure for getting admission in any of the courses o...Hello Gaurav, For getting admission into amity university and its various campuses or student has to apply based on the information given on their website. I am attaching a link that will give you all the required information about admission procedure for getting admission in any of the courses offered by amity university across its different campuses. https://www.amity.edu/admission-procedure-domestic.aspx
Best wishes to you.

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Om Gupta

2020-12-22 20:33:53

Which college is best to be a astronaut after completing aerospace engineering?

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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar

Scholar-Level 18

2 months ago

Hello Om Gupta, It's very nice to SEE your interest in becoming an astronaut for India. However in the present scenario ISRO or the government of India have selected pilots from the Indian Air Force to the astronauts for the manned mission which ISRO is planning to launch. There is no college thr...Hello Om Gupta, It's very nice to SEE your interest in becoming an astronaut for India. However in the present scenario ISRO or the government of India have selected pilots from the Indian Air Force to the astronauts for the manned mission which ISRO is planning to launch. There is no college through which you can go and then become an astronaut. In the initial periods all the countries who have sent humans to the space have selected pilots from their respective air forces as the astronauts. So if your intention is to become an astronaut then you have to first become pilot in the Indian Air Force. Best wishes to you.

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Makarand Bhakare

2020-12-06 22:49:44

How can I get admission in IIST for B tech aerospace programme after BE in civil engineering?

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pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

2 months ago

The admission in IIST Bangalore are based on the ranks secured in JEE Advanced. So you have to fist appear in JEE Main exam and qualify the JEE Main exam being among the top 2,50,000 rank holders are eligible to apply for JEE Advanced examination. As mentioned just before, the candidates who qual...The admission in IIST Bangalore are based on the ranks secured in JEE Advanced. So you have to fist appear in JEE Main exam and qualify the JEE Main exam being among the top 2,50,000 rank holders are eligible to apply for JEE Advanced examination. As mentioned just before, the candidates who qualify the JEE Main examination below 2,50,000 ranks have to apply for Joint Entrance Examination JEE Advanced. The exam is conducted once a year by one of the Indian Institutes of Technology which changes every year. In the next step you have to qualify the JEE Advanced cutoff as set by the conducting authorities. Than you have to participate in JoSAA Counselling conducted in online mode, Thereafter, the authorities will release the rank list according to which allocation of seats will take place and admissions will be done in IIST Bangalore. So above is the procedure for getting admission in IIST Bangalore. The 3 years Engineering Diploma courses are considered as the qualifying exam for JEE Main. So you are eligible for JEE Main subjected to the meeting the percentage of marks criteria I. e 75% for IIST.

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Dheeraj Sukhdeo Deoee

2020-12-05 19:28:51

Hello, What should be my rank for mechanical or aerospace engineering to get admission in IIT- B. I belong to SC category.

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pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

2 months ago

The closing cutoff ranks of IIT Mumbai for year 2020 are given below in asked category for an idea.
1. Aerospace Engineering: 591
2. Mechanical : 386.

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