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CREC M.Tech VLSI Design FAQs
Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Tech VLSI Design at CREC Tirupati?
- Ans. Applicants must hold a B.E. or B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university (45% for reserved categories).
- A valid GATE score in EC or a rank in AP PGECET is required for APSCHE M.Tech counselling.
- Candidates from relevant engineering backgrounds should verify eligibility with the latest APSCHE guidelines before applying for the 2026-27 M.Tech VLSI Design session at CREC Tirupati.
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Tech VLSI Design at CREC Tirupati?
- Ans. The total tuition fee for the two-year M.Tech VLSI Design programme at CREC Tirupati is INR 1,00,000, payable as INR 50,000 per year.
- This is based on the 2025 fee structure and may be revised for 2026-27.
- Students should confirm the current fee directly with CREC Tirupati or through the APSCHE counselling portal before finalising admission.
- Hostel and other charges, where applicable, are separate and are not included in the tuition fee figure shown above.
Ques. How does admission to M.Tech VLSI Design at CREC Tirupati work?
- Ans. Admission is through APSCHE M.Tech centralised counselling.
- Eligible candidates register at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, upload marksheets and category documents, and enter web options for preferred college and specialisation.
- Seats are allotted based on GATE or AP PGECET merit and seat availability.
- Candidates must report to CREC Tirupati within the allotted reporting window and complete document verification and fee payment to confirm their M.Tech VLSI Design admission.
Ques. Is GATE mandatory for M.Tech VLSI Design admission at CREC Tirupati?
- Ans. GATE is not mandatory.
- Candidates who have qualified AP PGECET are also eligible to participate in APSCHE M.Tech counselling for VLSI Design at CREC Tirupati.
- A GATE score in the EC or EE paper is generally preferred and may strengthen allotment chances.
- Those without a GATE score or AP PGECET rank should confirm eligibility with APSCHE and check the latest counselling norms before applying for the 2026-27 academic session at CREC Tirupati.
Ques. Are there scholarships for M.Tech VLSI Design students at CREC Tirupati?
- Ans. M.Tech students at CREC Tirupati are eligible for the AP Fee Reimbursement Scheme, which provides full tuition reimbursement for SC, ST, and BC students from Andhra Pradesh with family income below INR 2.5 LPA.
- The AICTE Pragati Scholarship for female students and the AICTE Saksham Scholarship for differently-abled students each provide INR 50,000 per year for eligible candidates with family income below INR 8 LPA.
- Applications go through the respective portals and the college office.
Ques. What career roles are available after M.Tech VLSI Design at CREC Tirupati?
- Ans. Graduates of M.Tech VLSI Design from CREC Tirupati can pursue roles in chip design, physical design, VLSI verification, or embedded firmware development at electronics and semiconductor companies.
- GATE-qualified M.Tech holders may also apply for roles in public sector units or research positions at academic institutions.
- The JNTUA-awarded degree is recognised across Andhra Pradesh, and graduates can pursue PhD programmes in VLSI or microelectronics at JNTUA-affiliated or other national universities.
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