Meghnad Saha Institute of Technology (MSIT), Kolkata, offers three full-time M.Tech specialisations under MAKAUT affiliation and AICTE approval: M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, M.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, and M.Tech in Geotechnical Engineering. All three are two-year programmes with a uniform total fee of INR 1,90,000. Admission is through GATE score via MAKAUT centralised counselling.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open July 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Three M.Tech specialisations: CSE covering machine learning and distributed systems, ECE covering VLSI and RF engineering, and Geotechnical Engineering covering soil mechanics and ground improvement
- Highest package of INR 32 LPA and median of INR 4.5 LPA recorded in the 2023-24 placement season with a 70% placement rate
- Geotechnical Engineering M.Tech is a specialised track for civil engineers targeting infrastructure, foundation design, and construction sectors
MSIT Kolkata M.Tech Fees 2026
All three M.Tech programmes at MSIT Kolkata carry a uniform total fee of INR 1,90,000 over two years. Year 1 fee is INR 1,00,000 and Year 2 fee is INR 90,000. Hostel and transport charges are billed separately.
| Programme | Total Fees |
|---|
| M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering | INR 1,90,000 |
| M.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 1,90,000 |
| M.Tech in Geotechnical Engineering | INR 1,90,000 |
- Year 1 INR 1,00,000, Year 2 INR 90,000 for all three programmes.
- Hostel and transport charges payable separately.
- Confirm current fees with MSIT admissions before joining.
MSIT Kolkata M.Tech Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Registration Closed | October 13, 2025 |
| GATE 2026 Exam | February 7-15, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result Declared | March 19, 2026 |
| MSIT M.Tech Admissions Open | July 2026 |
- GATE 2026 registration, exam, and result declaration have concluded.
- MSIT M.Tech admissions are expected to open in July 2026 via MAKAUT counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- B.Tech or B.E in the relevant engineering discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university (45% for SC/ST and PwD candidates)
- Valid GATE 2026 score in the corresponding paper is required: CS for CSE, EC for ECE, and CE for Geotechnical Engineering
- Final-year B.Tech students may apply provisionally, subject to obtaining the required marks at result declaration
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid GATE 2026 score in the relevant discipline
- Register on the MAKAUT centralised M.Tech counselling portal when admissions open in July 2026
- Submit college and specialisation preferences for MSIT M.Tech during the choice-filling window
- Receive MAKAUT seat allotment and complete document verification and fee payment
- Report to MSIT Kolkata for academic registration and joining formalities
✓ Opt for this if
- GATE-qualified engineers seeking M.Tech in Kolkata under INR 2 Lakhs total
- Interested in CSE or ECE postgraduate engineering under MAKAUT affiliation
- Civil engineers targeting Geotechnical Engineering specialisation in eastern India
- Planning research, core engineering roles, or higher studies after M.Tech
- West Bengal residents comfortable with MAKAUT centralised counselling admission
✗ Skip if
- Seeking a nationally ranked M.Tech institution with NIT or IIT brand value
- Needing high-package placement outcomes directly from an M.Tech programme
- Wanting diverse M.Tech specialisations beyond CSE, ECE, and Geotechnical
- Targeting cross-state placements or pan-India industry exposure
- Requiring a large M.Tech cohort with an active research publication culture
MSIT Kolkata M.Tech Placement 2025
The 2023-24 placement season at MSIT Kolkata recorded a highest package of INR 32 LPA and a median package of INR 4.5 LPA, with a placement rate of 70%. Top recruiters included Amazon, TCS, Microsoft, Infosys, Cognizant, Capgemini, and IBM.
| Metric | Value |
|---|
| Highest Package (2023-24) | INR 32 LPA |
| Median Package (2023-24) | INR 4.5 LPA |
| Placement Rate | 70% |
| Top Recruiters | Amazon, TCS, Microsoft, Infosys, Cognizant, Capgemini, IBM |
MSIT Kolkata M.Tech Scholarships 2026
M.Tech students at MSIT Kolkata can apply for state and central government scholarships through the West Bengal OASIS portal and the National Scholarship Portal.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| WB SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per WB government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in West Bengal |
| WB OBC-A/OBC-B Scholarship | As per WB government norms | OBC-A/OBC-B students in West Bengal with prescribed income limit |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Women in AICTE-approved programmes with family income below INR 8 LPA |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Differently-abled students in AICTE-approved programmes with family income below INR 8 LPA |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12 board, family income below INR 8 LPA |
- Apply via NSP or WB OASIS portal before advertised deadlines.
- Scholarship amounts are subject to government revision.
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