Nuclear Engineering

Nuclear engineers obviously have a hand in electricity generation but they also have careers related to treating diseases, safeguarding food supplies, nuclear forensics, operating nuclear energy systems, developing regulations to ensure safety, and facilitating exploration. Nuclear engineers basically help to use nuclear energy for sustainability and to address climate changes as a carbon-free energy source.

Some nuclear engineers in India claim to make more than INR 20 LPA. A Nuclear Engineer in India with ten or more years of experience working at a nuclear power plant may earn between INR 20-25 LPA. Further, a nuclear engineer with a PhD and background in nuclear fusion research may also make more than INR 20 LPA.

There is are high chances that nuclear engineers will work for the DRDO. The foremost defense research and development agency in India, DRDO, includes several nuclear-related initiatives. Nuclear engineers are also recruited by the organization. It releases notification in case of any requirement or vacancy in the field. Nuclear engineers normally need to hold a M.Tech degree in Nuclear Engineering or a closely related discipline to work at DRDO. They may also need to have some background in nuclear development or research for better chances of selection.

For choosing the right Nuclear Engineering college in India, you should check for some basic points like the college's All India Ranking, course fees, course structure, research opportunities, learning space, placement records, and location.
After thinking carefully, you can go for the one that suits you the best. There are 5 Nuclear Engineering colleges in India, out of which 2 fall under the jurisdiction of the government and 3 are privately-owned.

There is a pool of electives that you can opt for while studying a major degree course in Nuclear Engineering. Most of the colleges give you this option from 2^nd year onwards of your BTech course. Some of the elective options are Nuclear Reactor Physics, Nuclear Fuel Design and Materials Science, Radiation Protection, and Nuclear Security.

You can take up any of these as per your interest and inclination. Elective subjects usually give you an option to explore and experiment to see which particular subject area interests you more within such a vast field.

There are some universities that provide the option of lateral entry to BTech Nuclear Engineering after you complete a 3-year Diploma in the field. Out of them, Sanskriti University comes across as one of the popular choices among students.
When we talk about lateral-entry, it means you can directly enter the second year of the BTech specialisation and finish the course in 3 years instead of 4 years. This special provision saves your time and allows you to engage in other things for skill enhancement.

You can always check the website of the college you want to take admission to and see if they offer lateral entry admissions.

Most of the colleges and universities admit students to Nuclear Engineering courses taking into account their entrance exam marks. There are only 5 colleges that have courses in this field available and are known for their faculty expertise.

Having said that, exceptions are always there. For example, Amity University (Noida) gives admission to BTech Nuclear Science and Technology on the basis of Class 12 marks in board exams. You may also have to give the PI or GD round in this case.