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Mechanical Engineering is one of the top choices for engineering aspirants due to the increasing need of experts in the professional field. Through the subject, the students learn about the study, development, design, construction and more of mechanical and thermal devices. Due to the popularity of the subject, the students are offered different types of Mechanical Engineering courses as per their needs.

Types of Mechanical Engineering Courses

There are various types of Mechanical Engineering courses that the students can pursue according to their eligibility and preference. Since Mechanical Engineering is one of the top engineering courses selected by the students, the courses range from full time, part-time, distance to certifications.

Popular Mechanical Engineering Courses

Among the different types of Mechanical Engineering courses, the undergraduate and postgraduate full-time degree courses are popular since it delves more deeply into the knowledge of the domain. The students are trained with the academic and practical knowledge required to excel in the subject.

Mechanical Engineering Degree Courses – UG

Students can check the top colleges that offer undergraduate Mechanical Engineering degree courses below.

Name of the Degree

College

BTech Mechanical Engineering

IIT Madras

BTech Mechanical Engineering

IIT Delhi

BTech Mechanical Engineering

IIT Mumbai

BTech Mechanical Engineering

IIT Kanpur

BTech Mechanical Engineering

IIT Kharagpur

BTech Mechanical Engineering

IIT Roorkee

BTech Mechanical Engineering

IIT Guwahati

BTech Mechanical Engineering

IIT Hyderabad

BTech Mechanical Engineering

NIT Trichy

BTech Mechanical Engineering

IIT Indore

BE Mechanical Engineering

Vellore Institute of Technology

BE Mechanical Engineering

BITS Pilani

BE Mechanical Engineering

IIT Patna

Distance Mechanical Engineering Courses – UG

Various colleges offer distance education in Mechanical Engineering. Some of the colleges and courses are given below.

Course Name

College

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering

IIME, Delhi

Bachelor of Technology Mechanical Engineering in Distance Education / Correspondence / Part-Time

CIIS

BTech Mechanical Distance Education

Shri Balaji Institute Pune

B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Through Distance Education Mode

Karnataka State Open University

Part-Time/Short-term Mechanical Engineering Courses – UG

Some of the part-time Mechanical Engineering courses and the colleges offering it are listed in the table given below.

Degree Name

College

Bachelor of Technology Mechanical Engineering in Distance Education / Correspondence / Part-Time

CIIS

Part-Time BTech Mechanical Engineering

Lingaya’s Vidyapeeth

B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) [Part Time]

Sandip University

Online Mechanical Engineering Courses – UG

Students can also opt to study Mechanical Engineering as an online course. The list of college/platforms offering online courses are given below.

Course Name

Platform/College

Python for Mechanical Engineers

Skill Lync

Basics of Electric Vehicle Simulations using Ansys

Skill Lync

BTech Mechanical Engineering

University of Mysore

Mechanical Engineering

NPTEL

Mechanical Engineering Diploma Courses – UG

Diploma courses in Mechanical Engineering are very popular among students. Some of the diploma courses are given below.

Course Name

College

Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

IIME, Delhi

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

IIME, Delhi

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Sandip University

Mechanical Engineering Certification Courses – UG

The list of popular certification courses in Mechanical Engineering is given in the table below.

Course Name

College

Pipe and Pipeline Engineering

Adi Institute of Quality Engineers

HVAC

Adi Institute of Quality Engineers

Nondestructive Testing

Autodesk

Structural Mechanics

MIT OpenCourseWare

Solidworks: Become a certified Associate today (CSWA)

Udemy

Mechanical Engineering: Introduction to CAD

Autodesk

Mechanical Engineering Degree Courses – PG

Eligible students can opt to study postgraduate courses in Mechanical Engineering. Some of the popular colleges offered postgraduate Mechanical Engineering is given below.

Name of the Degree

College

MTech Mechanical Engineering

Jadavpur University

MTech Mechanical Engineering

Lokmanya College of Engineering

MTech Mechanical Engineering

Coimbatore College of Engineering

MTech Mechanical Engineering

Dr DY Patil College of Technology

ME Mechanical Engineering

IIT Delhi

ME Mechanical Engineering

BITS Pilani

ME Mechanical Engineering

Manipal Institute of Technology

ME Mechanical Engineering

IIT Patna

ME Mechanical Engineering

Chandigarh University

Distance Mechanical Engineering Courses – PG

Students can check the list of postgraduate distance Mechanical Engineering courses offered by colleges below.

Degree Name

College

Master in Mechanical Engineering

IIME, Delhi

Master in Mechanical Engineering

Amity University

Master in Mechanical Engineering

Karnataka Open University

Master in Mechanical Engineering

Lingayas University

Master in Mechanical Engineering

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology

Part-Time/Short-term Mechanical Engineering Courses – PG

The list of part-time/short-time postgraduate Mechanical Engineering courses offered to eligible students are given below.

Course Name

College

Part-Time MTech Mechanical Engineering

Sanskriti University

Part-Time MTech Mechanical Engineering

IGNOU

M.Tech. Advanced Manufacturing Systems

JNTUH

M.Tech. Engineering Design

JNTUH

M.Tech. Industrial Engineering & Management

JNTUH

M.Tech. Energy Systems

JNTUH

Online Mechanical Engineering Courses – PG

Postgraduate Mechanical Engineering is available in online mode for eligible students. Some of the popular courses are listed below along with the platforms offering them.

Name of the Course

Platform

Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

edX

Post Graduate Program in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Design and Analysis

Skill Lync

Post Graduate Program in Computational Fluid Dynamics

Skill Lync

Post Graduate Program in CAE

Skill Lync

Post Graduate Program in External Aerodynamic Simulations

Skill Lync

Mechanical Engineering Diploma Courses – PG

Some colleges that offer postgraduate diploma courses in Mechanical Engineering are given below.

Course Name

College

Post Graduate Diploma Mechanical Engineering (PGDME)

International Distance Education Academy, Gujarat

Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Mechanical Engineering

CSIR - CMERI

Mechanical Engineering Certification Courses – PG

The list of certification courses in Mechanical Engineering is listed in the table below.

Courses

Platform/College

Assistive Design Certificate

Tufts School of Engineering

Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)

INCOSE

CAD and Digital Manufacturing

Autodesk

Master Certified Electronics Technician (CETma)

ETAI

Mechanical Engineering Courses Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is the basic eligibility criteria for Mechanical Engineering?

A. The basic eligibility criteria for admissions into Mechanical Engineering courses in 12th standard qualification with the required passing marks in PCM.

Q. Can I study Mechanical Engineering as a part-time course?

A. Yes. There are many colleges that offer Mechanical Engineering as a part-time course to eligible students.

Q. What are the job prospects for Mechanical Engineering graduates?

A. Mechanical Engineering graduates will be considered for various job profiles such as – Mechanical Design Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturer Engineer and more.

Q. Who are the top recruiters for Mechanical Engineering?

A. Some of the top recruiters for Mechanical Engineering are – Tata Motors, HPCL, Godrej Group, DRDO, etc.

Q. Which is the best entrance exam for BTech Mechanical Engineering?

A. The most popular entrance exam for BTech Mechanical Engineering is JEE Main.

Table of contents
  • Popular Mechanical Engineering Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Mechanical Engineering Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Mechanical Engineering UG Courses
  • Popular Mechanical Engineering PG Courses

Popular Mechanical Engineering Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Mechanical Engineering Colleges in India. Learn more about these Mechanical Engineering colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
5 Courses
8 L
17.92 - 18.5 LPA

#1 India Today

4 Courses
1 L - 7.8 L
3.9
5 Courses
70 K - 8 L
15.59 - 19.08 LPA

#2 India Today

12 Courses
20 K - 8 L
13 - 38.2 LPA
2 Courses
12.93 L - 25.85 L
16.15 LPA
4 Courses
11 L
3.6

Popular Private Mechanical Engineering Colleges in India

1 Course
3.56 L
7 Courses
1.38 L - 3.66 L
3.0
1 Course
8 L
4.0
2 Courses
79.5 K - 2.48 L
3.7

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1.27 L - 1.43 L
Min. 1 Year of Work Experience Required to Apply | Distance & Online Engineering Programs

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Mechanical Engineering. Students interested in pursuing a career on Mechanical Engineering, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

20 Apr ' 26

JEE Main 2026 Result Date Session 2 on or before

11 Apr ' 26

JEE Main 2026 answer key & response sheet session 2

11 Apr ' 26 - 20 Apr ' 26

MHT CET 2026 Date for PCM Group session 1

21 Apr ' 26 - 26 Apr ' 26

MHT CET 2026 Exam for PCB Group session 1

15 Apr ' 26 - 16 Apr ' 26

BITSAT 2026 Exam Date Session 1

17 Apr ' 26 - 1 Jun ' 26

Apply for admission with 12th Marks and Preferenc...

Popular Mechanical Engineering UG Courses

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

UG Courses

Popular Mechanical Engineering PG Courses

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

PG Courses

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Answered 20 hours ago

Subject Discipline2025 Rank2026 RankImprovement
Mechanical Engineering301–350251–300+50 Places
Electrical & Electronics Engineering401–450251–300+150 Places
Computer Science & Information Systems301–350251–300+50 Places

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Sidhartha Singh

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Answered 20 hours ago

Subject Discipline2025 Rank2026 RankImprovement
Mechanical Engineering301–350251–300+50 Places
Electrical & Electronics Engineering401–450251–300+150 Places
Computer Science & Information Systems301–350251–300+50 Places

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Sidhartha Singh

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 20 hours ago

Yes, Chandigarh University has significantly improved its ranking in Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.

The university moved from the 301–350 band in 2025 to the 251–300 bracket in 2026, marking a jump of 50 positions globally.

Subject Discipline2025 Rank2026 RankImprovement
Mechanical Engineering301–350251–300+50 Places
Electrical & Electronics Engineering401–450251–300+150 Places
Computer Science & Information Systems301–350251–300+50 Places

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Sidhartha Singh

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 5 days ago

BTech in Mechanical Engineering course at Sharda University is offered in two specialisations which include BTech in ME in Mechatronics and Advanced Electric Vehicles.

BTech in ME (Advanced Electric Vehicles) course is offered by Sharda University in conjunction with L&T Edutech. 

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

Yes, there are many Mechanical Engineering colleges in India without any entrance exam or accept direct admission of candidates. Listed below are some of the top colleges -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
SSN College of EngineeringINR 2 lakh
SIMTS ChennaiINR 1.4 lakh
PSGCT CoimbatoreINR 2 Lacs - INR 2.5 lakh
MIT-WPUINR 15.75 lakh
SoT, Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU)INR 12 lakh

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

Listed below are the top private BTech in Mechanical Engineering colleges in India with their tuition fees -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
VIT VelloreINR 7.8 lakh
BITS PilaniINR 25.85 lakh
SRM IST KattankulathurINR 11 lakh
Amrita School of EngineeringINR 14 lakh
Chandigarh UniversityINR 7.08 Lacs - INR 9.44 lakh

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

Yes, there are many private Engineering colleges in India offering Mechanical Engineering courses under INR 1 lakh. Generally, private colleges are more expensive than government colleges as they have modern infrastructure, experienced faculty with great placement options.

Some of the colleges are me

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

As per the popularity basis by shiksha.com, IIT Bombay emerged to be as the top Mechanical Engineering college in India, followed by other colleges. here is the table below -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
IIT BombayINR 8 lakh
VIT VelloreINR 1 Lacs - INR 7.8 lakh
IIT DelhiINR 70,000 - INR 8 lakh
IIT MadrasINR 20,000 - INR 8 lakh
BITS PilaniINR 12.93 Lacs - INR 25.85 lakh

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Yes Mechanical Engineering is considered among good career options for students who genuinely have passion should choose Engineering as career. Being an  Mechanical Engineer is highly regarded and a sophisticated career to say the least. There are various top companies that hire these graduates such

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Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, some specialised departments have a more selective intake to ensure personalised attention and better lab access. BTech course in Mechanical Engineering and BTech Instrumentation and Control offer 60 seats each. This smaller batch size often allows for better interaction between students and pr

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 weeks ago

The fee structure for Mechanical Engineering is approximately INR 2.3-2.4 lakh per year.

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Ritin Kansal

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 3 weeks ago

After completing 12th (PCM), you can apply for Mechanical Engineering at Chandigarh University. Visit the official website of Chandigarh University and fill the online application form. Admission is mainly through CUCET. You must qualify for this test for B.Tech admission.

 

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Raj

Beginner-Level 1

Answered a month ago

NIT Goa offer various electives in the NIT Goa BTech in Mechanical Engineering course. Candidates can choose the electives in the seventh and eighth semesters. Mentioned below are some of the electives:

  • Material Forming
  • Metal Casting
  • Fluid Power Control
  • Tribology
  • Industrial Robotics
  • Lean Manufacturing, et

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Virajita Madavi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

UH Manoa MS in Mechanical Engineering course is between 18-24 months. For admission to this course of UH Manoa, Indian students should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. GRE test scores are also required. Students can apply to this course via the university portal along with statement of purpos

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Nishtha Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The difference is simple. Mechanical Engineering is a core Engineering branch with a career scope in multiple industries. Automobile Engineering is more of a niche branch that is focused on the Automobile industry. 

Hence, the career scope and knowledge in Automobile Engineering are limited. 

You'll g

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Rashmi Thakur

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

A GATE score of 550 in mechanical engineering will fetch you a rank range of 1500 - 3000. Students with this GATE score range can opt for M.Tech at NIT Calicut, NIT Trichy, etc. 

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Shiksha Gaurav

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

You don't really need skills. A course in Mechanical Engineering will help you upskill and get all the knowledge required in the field. Though having some abilities beforehand will help you succeed faster and easier

  • CAD software knowledge
  • Programming languages
  • Problem-solving ability

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Rashmi Srivastava

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

Of course, it is. Mechanical Engineers are required in almost every field around the globe. Be it Manufacturing, Automobile, Energy, Construction, or R&D, there's a lot of scope for Mechanical Engineering students. 

These professionals are hired based on their specialised areas and skills, such as Au

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Nikita Chauhan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

It's limitless. You see, Mechanical Engineers are hired by every other industry across the globe for many job roles. They are also in high-demand in government departments like DRDO, NTPC, Indian Railways, etc.

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Mechanical Engineering Career

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Atul Arora

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

Whatever you see around you is Mechanical Engineering. From regular household appliances to vehicles and advanced medical equipment. Everything we utilize in this world is an art of Mechanics. 

The principles of force, energy, and motion are applied to almost everything around us. To solve real-world

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Akansha Bisht

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

NIT Calicut BTech cutoff 2025 was published for admission to candidates who belong to the All India and Home State quota based on the JEE Main entrance examination. 

For the General AI category, the cutoff for BTech Mechanical ranged from 15624 to 23766. On the other hand, for the General HS quota, t

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

To be honest, both fields are poles apart. So, it would be unfair to compare them. Their focus, curriculum, career prospects, working fields, everything is different. 

ParametersCivil EngineeringMechanical Engineering
FocusDesign, building, and maintaining infrastructure, such as buildings, parks, bridges, sewage systems, etc.Construction of machinery, engines, and tools to ensure the effective functionality of mechanical system designs.
SubjectsBridge Engineering, Soil Dynamics and Machine Foundations, Earthquake Engineering, Finite Element Analysis, etc.Mechanical Measurement, Engineering Mechanics, Graphics and Design, Engineering Metallurgy, Fluid Mechanics, etc.
Job ProfilesStructural Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Site Engineer, Construction Engineer, Consulting Engineer, Water Resources Engineer, etc.Mechanical Design Engineer, Automotive Design Engineer, Assistant Mechanical Engineer, Product Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, etc.
Employment AreasConstruction & Infrastructure, Real Estate, Water & Wastewater Management, Oil & Gas, etc.Manufacturing, Energy, Robotics, Automotive, Aerospace, IT, etc. 

Note - The information is taken from external sites and may vary.

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Shikha Arora

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

From the third semester of IIT Bhubaneswar BTech in Mechanical Engineering, the subjects are more focused on specialisation. The curriculum include both theory and practical subejcts. Mentioned below are the topics covered in the third semester of the programme:

  • Basic Electronics
  • Transform Calculus
  • The

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Virajita Mehra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Understand the basic difference. Mechatronics Engineering is about creating smart machines and robotics. It blends the knowledge of mechanical, electronics, and automation engineering.

But the Mechanical Engineering is about making traditional machines, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and structural

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Gunjan Dhawan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

U V Patel College of Engineering offers a total of 90 seats for BTech in Civil Engineering and 60 seats for BTech in Mechanical Engineering. This number is taken from the official website of college. It might change.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

KIET Ghaziabad has offered 60 seats for the BTech in Mechanical Engineering admissions in 2026. These seats are alloted to the candidates who secured a JEE Mains rank of below 4,50,000. Candidates need to secure a minimum aggregate of 60% from a recognised board in the PCM stream to qualify for KIET

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, In fact, many aerospace companies in India and abroad prefer hiring Mechanical Engineers. Because their skills are broader and more versatile. Aerospace is essentially a specialised branch of Mechanical Engineering. To transition, you can pursue a Master's (M.Tech/MS) in Aerospace or simply gai

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Raj Vimal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 months ago

A postgraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 55% marks and a valid GATE score or PET qualification is also needed for admission in PhD programme of this institute.

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Jaya Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 months ago

DJ Sanghvi PhD admissions follow application-based process where eligible candidates submit a prescribed PhD form along with supporting documents via email. Shortlisted applicants are generally called for interaction or evaluation as per university norms. 

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Jaya Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

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