Malabar College of Engineering and Technology Thrissur B.Tech Oil & Gas Informatics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. B.Tech Oil and Gas Informatics is a 4-year KTU-affiliated engineering programme at MCET Thrissur that combines petroleum engineering fundamentals with information technology, data systems, and process automation as applied to the oil and gas industry. The programme is designed for students interested in working with upstream and downstream oil and gas operations, SCADA systems, and energy data management. It is approved by AICTE.

Ans. The total programme fee for B.Tech Oil and Gas Informatics at MCET Thrissur is INR 2,00,000 for the full 4-year course. Hostel accommodation is available separately at INR 44,070 per year and is not included in this fee. An MCET Merit Scholarship of INR 25,000 is automatically applied to the first-year tuition for all newly admitted students.

Ans. Admission to B.Tech Oil and Gas Informatics at MCET Thrissur is through KEAM 2026 or JEE Main 2026 via the CEE Kerala centralised allotment at cee.kerala.gov.in. No separate entrance test is conducted by MCET for this programme. Eligibility requires Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, minimum 45% aggregate in PCM, and a valid KEAM or JEE Main score.

Ans. B.Tech Oil and Gas Informatics graduates can pursue careers in oil and gas companies as process engineers, data analysts, SCADA system operators, pipeline engineers, and IT specialists within the energy sector. The programme also prepares graduates for roles in petrochemical plants and energy consultancies. Kerala has strong migration routes to the Middle East for oil and gas sector professionals, which may benefit graduates seeking international careers.

Ans. B.Tech Oil and Gas Informatics is a niche programme that suits students specifically interested in the petroleum and energy sector. It offers a differentiated curriculum compared to conventional engineering branches. However, students should be aware that campus placement infrastructure for this specialisation at MCET Thrissur has not been independently verified. Those with connections to the oil and gas industry or a clear career plan in the energy sector may benefit most from this programme.

Ans. Yes, students admitted to B.Tech Oil and Gas Informatics at MCET Thrissur are eligible for the same scholarships as other B.Tech programmes. The MCET Merit Scholarship of INR 25,000 is automatically applied to the first-year tuition. Kerala Post-Matric Scholarships are available for BC/OBC/SC/ST category students. The Central Sector Scholarship of INR 10,000 to 20,000 per year is available for merit-based applicants with family income below INR 8 lakh, applied through the NSP portal.