Updated on Jan 17, 2023 04:17 IST
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In an era of technological advancements, mainframes are necessary for processing billions of transactions and calculations. Mainframes are considered as super-computers which are used in commercial sectors, large-scale servers and for maintaining the security and safety of data.

One can pursue B.Tech in Computer Mainframe Engineering or Mainframe Technology which is a four-year course. One can specialise in area such as Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Internet Database Security, Data Analytics, Database Management, Cloud Computing etc.

Eligibility For Computer Mainframe Courses

The eligibility criteria for B.Tech in Computer Mainframe Engineering or Mainframe Technology is the student must have completed Class 12th with passing marks with PCM.

Entrance Exams for Computer Mainframe Courses

Candidates can see the table below for an entrance exams accepted in Computer Mainframe courses -

Entrance Exams for Computer Mainframe

JEE MAINS

JEE Advanced

WBJEE

KEAM

SRMJEE

VITEEE

MAH MCA CET

OJEE

Skillset Required for Computer Mainframe Courses

Candidates can see below for skills required for Computer Mainframe courses -

Skillset for Computer Mainframe Courses

Knowledge on Data Security

Able to prepare Models

Preparing Algorithms for Database Management

Risk-taking attitude

Knowledge on Forensics

Well-versed with Mainframe Hardware

Syllabus for Computer Mainframe Courses

Candidates can see below the syllabus of Computer Mainframe courses -

Syllabus for Computer Mainframe

Data Security

Forensics Computing

Algorithm Design and Analysis

GPU Architecture and Programming

Decision Management Systems

Artificial Intelligence Systems

Statistical Modelling for Computer Sciences

Predictive Modelling

Big Data Analytics

Cryptography and Cryptoanalysis

Digital System Modelling

Project Work/Dissertation

Top Institutes for Computer Mainframe Courses

Candidates can see the table below for Computer Mainframe Engineering colleges in India with city:

Institute

City

National Institute of Technology

Rourkela

National Institute of Technology

Calicut

National Institute of Technology

Rourkela

National Institute of Technology

Surathkal

Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra

Ranchi

Punjab Engineering College

Chandigarh

Sardar Patel Institute of Technology

Mumbai

National Institute of Technology

Tiruchirapalli

Read More: Top Colleges for Computer Mainframe

Top Job Profiles for Computer Mainframe Courses

Listed below are the job profiles -

  • Systems Engineer
  • Production Engineer
  • Security Analyst
  • Network Engineer
  • Analyst
  • Mainframe Tester
  • Mainframe Developer

Top Recruiters for Computer Mainframe Courses

The top recruiters for Computer Mainframe professionals include some of the famous IT companies as well as government organisations who hire professionals for security and data protection jobs or Mainframe Systems Analysts. Some of the them are:

  • Google
  • Amazon
  • Wipro
  • Citi
  • Tata Consultancy Services
  • Concentrix
  • IBM
  • Coal India Limited
  • Centre for Development of Advance Computing
  • Defence Research and Development Organisation

Also ReadCareer in Computer Mainframe

Table of contents
  • Popular Mainframe Systems Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Mainframe Systems Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams

Popular Mainframe Systems Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Mainframe Systems Colleges in India. Learn more about these Mainframe Systems colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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5.16 - 6.03 LPA
35 K - 6.16 L
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3.75 L - 4.5 L
6.5 - 8.1 LPA
5 K - 11 L
4.0

IT & Software Applications open. Apply Now

3 Courses
9.04 L - 9.6 L
3.5
1.59 L
5.75 LPA

Popular Private Mainframe Systems Colleges in India

1.05 L - 6 L
6 - 7 LPA
1 L - 13.35 L
7 - 8.5 LPA

IT & Software Applications open. Apply Now

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3.0
2.74 L - 12.56 L
3.3

IT & Software Applications open. Apply Now

8 Courses
1.05 L - 3.2 L
4.6
1.35 L - 6.08 L
4.6 LPA

IT & Software Applications open. Apply Now

Popular Exams

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

7 Jan ' 26 - 10 Feb ' 26

MAH MCA CET 2026 Application Form Filling

Mar '26

MAH MCA CET 2026 Application Correction Facility

TENTATIVE

Apr '26

Karnataka PGCET Registration

TENTATIVE

14 May ' 26

Karnataka PGCET exam date (MBA/MCA)

Apr '26 - May '26

NIMCET 2026 Application Form

TENTATIVE

May '26

NIMCET 2026 Application Form Correction Facility

TENTATIVE

27 Feb ' 26

Last date to apply for March Attempt

14 Mar ' 26

SAT India exam (March attempt)

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