RF & Microwave Engineering

RF (Radio Frequency) & Microwave Engineering is a subset of electrical engineering. These specialists design, construct and operate devices that transmit or receive radio waves. These devices include radios, wireless equipment, mobile phones etc. An RF (Radio Frequency) & Microwave Engineering programme is most suitable for individuals wanting to develop their expertise and grow in the field of  RF, microwave, millimetre wave engineering.

RF & Microwave Engineering Eligibility Criteria

For admissions into the RF & Microwave Engineering course, the students will have to meet certain eligibility criteria. However, the eligibility criteria may be different for every college.

UG Level Eligibility Criteria

• Students should have completed their 12^th standard qualifying examination from a recognized board or University.
• Should have studied Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
• A minimum aggregate of 50% marks should be scored in the 12^th standard qualifying exam.

PG Level Eligibility Criteria

• Students should have a BE/BTech degree from a recognized University.
• Most admissions will be done based on GATE scores, so the students will be required to meet this eligibility.

RF & Microwave Engineering Skill Sets

Listed below are some of the skill sets that the candidates are expected to have to excel in the field.

Particulars	Particulars
Communication Skills	Critical Thinking
Experience in ECAD tools	Attention to Detail
Leadership	Management

RF & Microwave Engineering Subjects 

Here are the topics that students study in an RF & Microwave Engineering programme:

Topics	Topics
Advanced Engineering Mathematics	Microwave Circuit Lab
Advanced Electromagnetic Engineering	Antenna Theory and Design
Microwave Circuits and Systems	Computational Methods for Electromagnetics
Microwave Semiconductor Devices	Antenna Design Lab

Besides the above, students will also be given an option to choose three of the following electives across the 2^nd and the 3^rd semester.

Electives	Electives
RF IC and Microwave Mems	Optoelectronics and Fiber Optic Communication
millimetre-wave Integrated Circuits	Wireless Channels and UWB Radios
RF Packaging and Electromagnetic Compatibility	Remote Sensing
Adaptive and Smart Antennas	millimetre-wave Integrated Circuits Lab
Phased Array Antennas	Electromagnetic and Microwave Application of Metamaterials
Satellite Communication

Note: The above topics will vary from college to college.

RF & Microwave Engineering Jobs and Top Recruiters 

After completing an MTech in RF & Microwave Engineering, here are types of job roles/profiles one can expect to get into:

RF & Microwave Engineering Job Profiles

Particulars	Particulars
Electrical engineer	RF Engineer
RF/Microwave Engineer	Applications Engineer
Associate RF Engineer	RF Design Engineer
R&D Engineer (RF)	VSAT Engineer
RF Systems Engineers	EMF Survey Engineer
RF Hardware Engineer	Antenna Engineer

RF & Microwave Engineering Companies & Recruiters

Take a look at some of the top companies recruiting RF & Microwave Engineering professionals:

Particulars	Particulars
IBM	Qualcomm
BOEING	Keysight Technologies
Intel	General Dynamics Mission Systems
Nokia	Mercury Systems
Microsoft	COMSOL India
Verizon	Raman Research Institute (RRI)
SpaceX	Accord Global Technology Solutions
Engineering Network International	Imagination Technologies
Kyocera International, Inc	Indian Railways

RF & Microwave Engineering Salary

According to Payscale, the average pay of a Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer is Rs 250,586 per year. Take at the salary range of an RF & Microwave Engineer in India.

Level	Salary (INR)
Entry-level	INR  2,00,000 LPA
Mid-career	INR  2,50,000 to 5,00,000 LPA
Experienced	INR  5,00,000 to 10,00,000 LPA

RF & Microwave Engineering Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is RF & Microwave Engineering?

A. RF & Microwave Engineering is a sub-branch that includes transmission or receiving a radio wave on all devices under radiofrequency. 

Q. Which entrance examination is popular for admissions into MTech RF & Engineering?

A. GATE is the most popular entrance examination for admissions into MTech RF & Engineering.

Q. What are the top job prospects for RF & Microwave Engineering students?

A. Some of the top job prospects for RF & Microwave Engineering are - Electrical Engineer, RF Engineering, RF Systems Engineers, R&D Engineer (RF) and more.

Q. Which are the top recruiters for RF & Microwave Engineering students?

A. The top recruiters for RF & Microwave Engineering students are - IBM, Boeing, Microsoft, Qualcomm and more.

Q. What is the entry-level salary for RF & Microwave Engineering students?

A. The entry-level salary for RF & Microwave Engineering students is around INR 2 Lakh. 

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