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The admission criteria for M.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering at IIT Kanpur for reserved category students are:
- Candidates with B.E./B.Tech. degree in Aerospace / Aeronautical, Mechanical, Automobile, Production, Civil, Chemical, Naval Architecture, Electrical, Electronics / Electronics and Communication, Metallurgy / Metallurgy & Material Science, Instrumentation, Mechatronics; four year BS degree in Physics, Mathematics or MSc degree in Physics, Mathematics and Engineering Physics with valid GATE score can apply to the M.Tech. program.
- Admission to M.Tech. Program is made once a year in July.
- The Department specific procedures for admission to the M.Tech. programme are as follows: Non-sponsored candidates are required to appear in a written test based on mathematics and basic subjects related to Undergraduate Engineering Program.

The admission criteria for M.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering at IIT Kanpur includes:
- Candidates with B.E./B.Tech. degree in Aerospace / Aeronautical, Mechanical, Automobile, Production, Civil, Chemical, Naval Architecture, Electrical, Electronics / Electronics and Communication, Metallurgy / Metallurgy & Material Science, Instrumentation, Mechatronics; four year BS degree in Physics, Mathematics or MSc degree in Physics, Mathematics and Engineering Physics with valid GATE score can apply.
- Admission to M.Tech. Program is made once a year in July.
- Announcement for admission to the programme is typically made after the GATE exam.
- Non-sponsored candidates are required to appear in a written test based on mathematics and basic subjects related to Undergraduate Engineering Program.
- During application, every candidate has to mention the choice of specializations out of the 4 groups and 3 IDS (total 7 specializations) in order of preference.

To get admission to M.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering at IIT Kanpur, candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical/Aerospace, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Electrical, Electronics/Electronics and Communication, Automobile, Metallurgy/Metallurgy, Material Science, or 4 year BS degree in Physics & Mathematics. They must also have a valid GATE score. The admission process involves a written test and/or interview conducted by the department.

The eligibility criteria include:
- Bachelor’s degree in the respective disciplines
- A minimum of 55 percent marks or 5.5/10 CPI in their B.Tech/BS (4-year)/M.Sc or equivalent
- Valid GATE score

Note: The GATE requirement is waived for B.Tech. graduates from IITs with a minimum overall CGPA/CPI of 6.5 and a minimum CGPA/CPI of 8.0 in the last two semesters in B.Tech. However, such candidates are not entitled for Institute Assistantship if their overall CGPA/CPI is below 8.0.

M.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering graduates from IIT Kanpur can work in various roles such as:

• Research and Development


• Design and Development


• Testing and Evaluation


• Production and Manufacturing


• Maintenance and Repair


• Consulting and Advisory services

They can be employed in organizations such as:

• Aerospace and Defense companies


• Research institutions


• Government agencies


• Private companies

Some of the top recruiters for M.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering graduates from IIT Kanpur include:

• Microsoft


• Oracle


• Paytm


• VMware


• Walmart


• GoldmanSachs


• Adobe


• SAP


• Intel

Note: The job opportunities and recruiters may vary depending on the individual's skills, experience, and the current job market.

To get a seat in IIT Kanpur for M.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering, candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech. degree in a relevant field such as Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Automobile, Production, Civil, Chemical, Naval Architecture, Electrical, Electronics, Metallurgy, or Instrumentation, with a valid GATE score. They must apply to the programme during the announcement made after the GATE exam, typically in July. The admission process involves a written test based on mathematics and basic subjects related to the undergraduate engineering program. Candidates can choose from six specializations, including Aerodynamics, Flight Mechanics and Control, Propulsion, Structures, Aero-Thermodynamics, and Computational Mechanics.

The eligibility criteria for admission to Guru Nanak Dev University for Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) are:

a) Senior Secondary Examination (12th grade) with Mathematics as one of the subjects with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in aggregate.
b) 10+3 Diploma in any stream and recognised by Central/State Government with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in aggregate.
c) International Baccalaureate Diploma after 10 years of Schooling with not less than 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in aggregate and with Mathematics as compulsory subject of examination.
d) Any other examination recognised equivalent thereto.

Admission is based on the combined merit of NATA score and qualifying examination in the ratio of 50:50. Counseling will be held at GNDU Campus by the Head, Department of Architecture. All admissions to B.Arch. degree course shall be subject to passing of National Aptitude Test (NATA) conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA).

To apply for Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) at Guru Nanak Dev University, candidates must have passed Senior Secondary Examination (12th grade) with Mathematics as one of the subjects with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in aggregate, or 10+3 Diploma in any stream recognised by Central/State Government with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in aggregate. They must also pass the National Aptitude Test (NATA) conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA). Admission is based on a combined merit of NATA score and qualifying examination in the ratio of 50:50. Candidates can apply online and must deposit the fee in State Bank of India (any branch) by the specified date. The admission counseling will be held at GNDU Campus by the Head, Department of Architecture.

1. Ensure eligibility: The candidate should have passed Senior Secondary Examination (12th grade) with Mathematics as one of the subjects with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in aggregate, or 10+3 Diploma in any stream recognised by Central/State Government with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in aggregate, or International Baccalaureate Diploma after 10 years of Schooling with not less than 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in aggregate and with Mathematics as compulsory subject of examination.


2. Appear for National Aptitude Test (NATA): All admissions to B.Arch. degree course shall be subject to passing of National Aptitude Test (NATA) conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA).


3. Apply online: Fill the online application form on the university website.


4. Deposit fee: Deposit the application fee in State Bank of India (any branch) within the specified dates.


5. Attend counseling: Counseling will be held at GNDU Campus by the Head, Department of Architecture, based on the combined merit of NATA score and qualifying examination in the ratio of 50:50.