MET's Institute of Engineering Nashik ME Cad/Cam: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for the 2-year ME in CAD/CAM at MET’s Institute of Engineering, Nashik is INR 1,96,872. This covers the full programme duration including tuition and other charges. Eligible students may apply for AICTE Saksham or government Post-Matric Scholarships through the MahaDBT portal to reduce net outgo.

Ans. A valid GATE score in the Mechanical Engineering paper is required for priority consideration in the DTE Maharashtra ME CAP merit list. GATE-qualified candidates receive preference in seat allotment. Candidates without a GATE score may apply through the MAH-ME/M.Tech CET route as per DTE Maharashtra’s prevailing regulations, subject to seat availability in non-GATE quota.

Ans. ME CAD/CAM (Master of Engineering in Computer Aided Design, Manufacture and Engineering) is a 2-year postgraduate programme focused on advanced product design, computer-aided manufacturing, finite element analysis, CNC programming, and engineering simulation tools. The programme prepares graduates for design and manufacturing engineering roles in automotive, heavy engineering, aerospace, and tooling industries.

Ans. Candidates must hold a BE or B.Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline from a recognized university with a minimum 50% aggregate. A valid GATE score in the Mechanical Engineering paper is preferred for merit-based admission through DTE Maharashtra’s CAP, while the MAH-ME/M.Tech CET route is available for non-GATE candidates.

Ans. Graduates of ME CAD/CAM from MET’s Institute of Engineering can pursue roles as design engineers, product development engineers, CAD/CAM specialists, and manufacturing process engineers. The Nashik and Pune region’s automotive and heavy engineering corridor offers employment in precision manufacturing, tooling, and product design. Graduates may also pursue doctoral research or academic careers after the ME programme.

Ans. Yes, MET’s Institute of Engineering has a dedicated Mechanical Engineering Research Centre on its 34-acre campus at Adgaon, Nashik. ME CAD/CAM students can use this facility for project work, applied research, and thesis activities during their programme. The centre supports both faculty and postgraduate student research in mechanical and manufacturing engineering domains.