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The M.Tech CADS at SDM College of Engineering and Technology (SDMCET), Dharwad, Karnataka, is a two-year postgraduate engineering programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi. SDMCET holds NAAC Grade A accreditation and is ranked 204 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Engineering Colleges list. The programme covers structural analysis, finite element methods, structural dynamics, seismic design, advanced concrete and steel design, and CAD tools, preparing graduates for careers as structural design engineer, construction project manager, structural consultant, R&D engineer, and PSU technical officer. Admission is through GATE and Karnataka PGCET (K. PGCET) conducted by KEA.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to M.Tech CADS at SDMCET Dharwad for 2026-27 follow the Karnataka PGCET and GATE counselling cycle. Government quota seats are allotted through KEA counselling at kea.kar.nic.in.
Key Points
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| PGCET Quota (INR 1,02,100/year) | INR 2,04,200 |
| Management Quota (INR 2,00,000/year) | INR 4,00,000 |
| Total Fees (PGCET Quota, 2 Years) | INR 2,04,200 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026 Exam | Feb 1, 2, 15, 16, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | Mar 19, 2026 |
| K. PGCET 2026 Registration | April 8, 2026 |
| K. PGCET 2026 M.Tech Exam | June 14, 2026 |
| K. PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA M.Tech Counselling | After K. PGCET result; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| SDMCET Management Quota Admissions | After counselling rounds; check sdmcet.ac.in |
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| GATE | Oct 13, 2025 | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| K. PGCET | April 8, 2026 | M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch: May 23, 2026MBA/MCA: June 14, 2026 | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| AP PGCET | March 28, 2026 | May 5 to May 11, 2026 | June 25, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Gujarat PGCET | May 30, 2026 | June 20 and June 21, 2026 | July 30, 2026 (Tentative) |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
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| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Government ePass Scholarship | Up to INR 30,000 per year | SC/ST/OBC/EWS Karnataka domicile; apply at karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | As per scheme norms | Apply at scholarships.gov.in after college admission |
| SDM Trust Merit Scholarship | As per trust norms | Merit-based; apply at SDMCET admissions office |
The course is supported by a friendly, kind, and highly qualified faculty, with the Head of the Department being highly praised and B.S. Gududappanawar noted as an exceptional mentor. The college does not provide scholarships, and the total annual fee is 97,000, which includes all expenses except for exam fees. The exam fees must be paid separately before exams.
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Tech CADS at SDMCET Dharwad?
Ans. The PGCET quota 2-year total fee for M.Tech CADS at SDMCET Dharwad is INR 2,04,200 (INR 1,02,100/year; 2025-26 official fee structure). Management quota 2-year total is INR 4,00,000 (INR 2,00,000/year). Hostel and mess charges are additional.
Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Tech CADS at SDMCET Dharwad?
Ans. Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST/Category-1 Karnataka candidates). A valid GATE (Civil Engineering (CE)) score or Karnataka PGCET rank is required for government quota.
Ques. How does M.Tech CADS admission work at SDMCET Dharwad?
Ans. Admission to M.Tech CADS at SDMCET Dharwad is through GATE (Civil Engineering (CE)) and/or Karnataka PGCET (K. PGCET) conducted by KEA. Government quota seats are allotted via KEA centralised counselling at kea.kar.nic.in. Management quota is filled directly by SDMCET after government counselling rounds.
Ques. What are the career options after M.Tech CADS from SDMCET Dharwad?
Ans. Graduates of M.Tech CADS from SDMCET Dharwad pursue careers as structural design engineer, construction project manager, structural consultant, R&D engineer, and PSU technical officer. SDMCET’s placement cell connects postgraduate students with engineering and technology firms. GATE-qualified students also qualify for PSU recruitment and higher studies.
Ques. Is GATE mandatory for M.Tech admission at SDMCET Dharwad?
Ans. GATE is not mandatory for all seats. Government quota seats require a valid GATE (Civil Engineering (CE)) score or Karnataka PGCET rank. Management quota seats are available without a GATE score; contact SDMCET admissions at sdmcet.ac.in. GATE-qualified students may be eligible for a monthly stipend as per AICTE norms.
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