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SJCE Mysore M.Tech Energy System Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Total fees
INR 2.37 Lakhs
2 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 9 LPA
University median, latest batch
Cutoff
8,257
PGCET rank, Round 1 2025
Placement rate
85%
Campus report range, latest batch
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your rank get you in?Closing ranks by category and seat type
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering
SJCE offers a two-year, full-time M.Tech Energy System Engineering course through the Electrical and Electronics Engineering department. The course has 18 seats and uses Karnataka PGCET and GATE for admission. SJCE is a constituent college of JSS Science and Technology University and is accredited by NBA. Collegedunia places the college at #348 in its B.Tech ranking 2026, while NIRF lists JSS STU in the 201 to 300 engineering group. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.37 Lakhs, and the hostel total shown here is INR 3.97 Lakhs. The last published PGCET closing rank used here is 8,257. The university median pay is INR 9 LPA and the latest campus placement range is 85%.
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Fees
The total fees with hostel is INR 3.97 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 2.37 Lakhs. The tuition and academic fee is INR 2.37 Lakhs. You pay the academic fee for the full course. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess add INR 1.60 Lakhs over two years.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and academic fee | INR 2.37 Lakhs | Full course, as published |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, returned when you leave |
| Hostel and mess | INR 1.60 Lakhs | INR 80,000 a year, 2 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 2.37 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 3.97 Lakhs | Full course |
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Admission Dates
Mock allotment closed on 19 Sep 2026. Option editing ends on 22 Sep 2026, and round 1 allotment is set for 25 Sep 2026. Keep your PGCET rank card and degree marks ready for the KEA document check.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PGCET application, last date to apply | 1 May 2026 to 20 May 2026 | Over |
| M.Tech PGCET exam | 23 May 2026 | Over |
| PGCET result and rank | 19 Aug 2026 | Over |
| Option entry and choice filling | 11 Sep 2026 to 22 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| Mock allotment | 19 Sep 2026 | Over |
| Round 1 allotment | 25 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| Seat fee payment, last date | 30 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| Reporting and document check | 6 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Classes start | 15 Oct 2026 | Tentative |
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Eligibility
You need a B.E, B.Tech or AMIE in a relevant engineering field with 50% marks. Reserved category students need 45%. You also need a Karnataka PGCET rank or a valid GATE score. Check the branch match before you fill the KEA form.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | B.E, B.Tech or AMIE in a relevant engineering field |
| Marks | 50% for General, 45% for reserved category |
| Exam | Karnataka PGCET rank or valid GATE score |
| Seat route | KEA counselling for government seats |
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Admission Process
KEA allots the seat on your PGCET rank, GATE score and choices. You fill SJCE and this course in the option list. If KEA allots the seat, you pay the seat fee and report for document check. If you miss the last date, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Write PGCET or hold GATE | Use the rank or score accepted by KEA |
| 2. Register for counselling | Upload degree marks and category papers |
| 3. Fill choices | List SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering in order |
| 4. Accept the seat | Pay the fee by the KEA deadline |
| 5. Report | Bring originals for document check at the college |
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Cutoff
The General KEA seat closed at rank 8,257 and the OBC seat at rank 6,700 in 2025. These are Karnataka PGCET round 1 closing ranks. Use the rank checker below before you decide, because a lower rank is safer.
| Category | Closing rank or score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 8,257 | Round 1, 2025 |
| OBC | 6,700 | Round 1, 2025 |
| SC | 4,800 | Round 1, 2025 |
| ST | 3,600 | Round 1, 2025 |
| EWS | 5,900 | Round 1, 2025 |
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Placements
The university median pay is INR 9 LPA and the latest campus placement range is 85%. The energy course feeds power, utilities, energy audit and core engineering roles. Schneider Electric labs and power-sector links matter here. You should still ask the department for the branch list before joining.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 9 LPA, university median |
| Median pay | INR 9 LPA |
| Highest offer | INR 60 LPA |
| Batch placed | 85% |
| Recruiters | Power firms, core engineering and IT services |
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Scholarships
Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 1.20 Lakhs over the course. The SC or ST post-matric route gives the biggest waiver. State and central schemes need income papers, and the EWS route needs the certificate.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| State post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 80,000 over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 40,000 over the course |
| EWS tuition waiver | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 60,000 over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 50,000 over the course |
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Ranking
The college stands #348 in Collegedunia's B.Tech ranking 2026 and JSS STU is in the NIRF 201 to 300 engineering group. The college also has NBA accreditation. These ranks show the wider engineering strength, not only this M.Tech course.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia B.Tech ranking | 2026 | #348 |
| NIRF Engineering | 2025 | 201 to 300 group |
| NBA | 2026 | Accredited |
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Course Structure
Semester 1 and semester 2 carry energy management, control, audit and power subjects. Semester 3 has training and project work. Semester 4 is the final project. You should pick it if you want energy audit, power systems or sustainability work.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Energy management, control, audit and power subjects |
| Year 2 | Training, project work and dissertation |
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Hostel and Campus
The hostel cost shown here is INR 1.60 Lakhs for two years. SJCE sits on the JSS technical campus in Mysuru. The city gives access to power offices, industries and Bengaluru visits, but most internships still come through the department.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Hostel estimate | INR 1.60 Lakhs for two years |
| Campus | JSS technical campus, Mysuru |
| Industry link | Power firms, energy audit and core engineering |
| Internships | Department support and student applications |
Should you pick M.Tech Energy System Engineering at SJCE?
This course suits students who want power, energy audit and sustainability work after an electrical degree.
Pick it if:
You want energy roles: the department teaches energy audit, power systems and conservation for utility and factory jobs.
You like industry lab work: the department page names Schneider Electric lab support and power-sector visits.
You have a PGCET rank near the close: keep this choice high because only 18 seats are printed for this course.
You want the fee back fast: INR 9 LPA pay is much higher than the INR 2.37 Lakhs fee.
Skip it if:
You want pure software roles: this course points more to power, energy and core engineering work than coding jobs.
Your degree is not electrical enough: KEA checks the relevant engineering branch before allotment and reporting.
You need a large batch: 18 seats mean fewer classmates, fewer peer groups and a smaller branch placement list.
You will miss option editing: KEA closes option changes before allotment, so fix your order before the deadline.
Counsellor's advice
If you want energy or power-sector work, keep this course high. If you want software, choose a data or computer branch.
M.Tech Energy System Engineering Eligibility▾
Degree needed: B.E, B.Tech or AMIE in a relevant engineering field.
Marks needed: 50% aggregate marks. Reserved category students need 45%.
Exam needed: Karnataka PGCET rank or a valid GATE score for M.Tech admission.
Seat route: Government seats are filled by KEA through Karnataka PGCET counselling.
M.Tech Energy System Engineering Admission Process▾
Write PGCET: Take the Karnataka PGCET M.Tech paper, or use a valid GATE score.
Register with KEA: KEA allots government seats through its online counselling.
Fill choices: Put SJCE and this course in the order you want.
Pay seat fee: Pay by the KEA last date or you lose the seat.
Report to college: Bring degree marks, rank card and category papers for document check.
M.Tech Energy System Engineering Admission Dates 2026
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These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
1 May 2026 to 20 May 2026
PGCET application, last date to apply
Last date to apply was 20 May 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
23 May 2026
M.Tech PGCET exam
Your PGCET rank comes from this exam.
Over
19 Aug 2026
PGCET result and rank
KEA uses the rank card for counselling.
Confirmed
11 Sep 2026 to 22 Sep 2026
Option entry and choice filling
Choices can be changed till 22 Sep 2026.
Over
19 Sep 2026
Mock allotment
Use it to change your choice order before the last date.
Confirmed
25 Sep 2026
Round 1 allotment
The allotment letter comes online the same day.
Confirmed
30 Sep 2026
Seat fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 30 Sep 2026.
Confirmed
6 Oct 2026
Reporting and document check
Bring originals; the seat can be cancelled without them.
Tentative
15 Oct 2026
Classes start
Hostel joining is expected before this date.
Tentative
May 2027
PGCET application, last date to apply
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Jun 2027
M.Tech PGCET exam
Expected before counselling begins.
Tentative
Aug 2027
PGCET result and rank
Expected before option entry.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Option entry and choice filling
Expected to stay open for about a week.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Mock allotment
Expected before the final option lock.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Round 1 allotment
Expected after option editing closes.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Seat fee payment
Expected soon after the allotment result.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Reporting and document check
Expected after fee payment.
Tentative
Nov 2027
Classes start
Expected after college reporting ends.
Source: KEA PGCET portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Fees 2026
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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Tuition and academic fee
Full course, as published
INR 2.37 Lakhs
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 2, INR 80,000 a year
INR 1.60 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 3,996
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
380%
average first-year pay INR 9 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 6,694
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
227%
average first-year pay INR 9 LPA vs the full fee
Source: JSS STU fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your rank get you a seat at SJCE?
Pick your category and seat type. The cutoff range shows where your PGCET rank stands.
Category
Seat type
General · KEA seat
5,800 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
5,801 to 8,257: almost there. Wait for the official round close.
Worse than 8,257: not this round. Try later rounds or sponsored seats.
General · Sponsored
6,500 or better: yes, you have a strong chance if seats stay open.
6,501 to 9,200: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
Worse than 9,200: not safe. Keep another option ready.
OBC · KEA seat
4,700 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
4,701 to 6,700: almost there. Wait for the official round close.
Worse than 6,700: not this round. Try later rounds or sponsored seats.
OBC · Sponsored
5,200 or better: yes, you have a strong chance if seats stay open.
5,201 to 7,500: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
Worse than 7,500: not safe. Keep another option ready.
SC · KEA seat
3,300 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
3,301 to 4,800: almost there. Wait for the official round close.
Worse than 4,800: not this round. Try later rounds or sponsored seats.
SC · Sponsored
3,700 or better: yes, you have a strong chance if seats stay open.
3,701 to 5,400: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
Worse than 5,400: not safe. Keep another option ready.
ST · KEA seat
2,500 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
2,501 to 3,600: almost there. Wait for the official round close.
Worse than 3,600: not this round. Try later rounds or sponsored seats.
ST · Sponsored
2,900 or better: yes, you have a strong chance if seats stay open.
2,901 to 4,100: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
Worse than 4,100: not safe. Keep another option ready.
EWS · KEA seat
4,100 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
4,101 to 5,900: almost there. Wait for the official round close.
Worse than 5,900: not this round. Try later rounds or sponsored seats.
EWS · Sponsored
4,600 or better: yes, you have a strong chance if seats stay open.
4,601 to 6,600: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
Worse than 6,600: not safe. Keep another option ready.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The KEA round close is the safer number. Sponsored seats depend on empty seats and the college office.
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
State post-matric scholarship
INR 80,000
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 40,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS tuition waiver
INR 60,000
JSS Science and Technology University
Paid against tuition fee after the certificate is checked.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersOBC post-matric scholarship
INR 50,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to SJCE. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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Total fees2 years, no hostel
INR 2.37 Lakhs
tuition + academic fee
INR 1.40 Lakhs
INR 97,000 less
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Average paylatest batch
INR 9 LPA
university median
INR 7.5 LPA
INR 1.5 LPA less
INR 8.5 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA less
INR 10 LPA
INR 1 LPA more
INR 8 LPA
INR 1 LPA less
INR 6.5 LPA
INR 2.5 LPA less
Placement rateshare of the batch placed
85%
campus report range
80%
5 points lower
88%
3 points higher
90%
5 points higher
84%
1 points lower
75%
10 points lower
Closing rankPGCET rank, General
8,257
Round 1, 2025
7,800
457 places tougher
7,000
1,257 places tougher
5,500
2,757 places tougher
9,000
743 places easier
10,000
1,743 places easier
SeatsPG course intake
18
published intake
18
Same seats
18
Same seats
18
Same seats
18
Same seats
18
Same seats
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
380%
on INR 9 LPA
536%
156 points higher
425%
45 points higher
455%
75 points higher
471%
91 points higher
500%
120 points higher
In short
The National Institute of Engineering costs less, but SJCE shows higher pay and an easier PGCET close. If both allot, take SJCE for energy work.
In short
BMSCE costs less and places a larger share, but its cutoff is tougher. If your rank clears both, compare the exact specialisation before paying.
In short
RV College of Engineering pays more, but its cutoff is tougher. If you miss RVCE and clear SJCE, SJCE is the practical energy seat.
In short
Ramaiah Institute of Technology is easier on cutoff and cheaper, while SJCE has the stronger pay figure. If cost matters most, compare both fee notices.
In short
University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering is cheaper and easier to get, but the pay figure is lower. If SJCE allots you a seat, keep UVCE as the backup.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on SJCE M.Tech Energy System Engineering
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is M.Tech Energy System Engineering at SJCE worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want power or energy work. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.37 Lakhs and the university median pay is INR 9 LPA, so the fee is low against the pay figure. Check the branch placement list before you pay, because course-level pay is not always printed.
Should I take this course if my PGCET rank is near the closing rank?▾
Take the chance, but do not use last year alone. The General closing rank used here is 8,257 in round 1, and only 18 seats are printed for this course. Put SJCE in your choices, keep a safer option below it, and watch the official KEA round close.
What job can I get after this M.Tech?▾
You should expect energy audit, power systems, utility, sustainability or core engineering roles. The course sits in the Electrical and Electronics Engineering department and teaches energy management and conservation. If you want only software roles, this is not the cleanest route. Ask for the latest branch recruiter list.
Who should pick this course at SJCE?▾
Pick it if your earlier degree is electrical or close to it, and you want energy-sector work. The course has 18 seats, so classes are small. That helps faculty access, but it also means fewer classmates. Use it for power, audit and sustainability goals.
Who should skip this course at SJCE?▾
Skip it if you want a pure coding job or a large M.Tech batch. The course is built around power and energy systems, not software. The latest fee is friendly at INR 2.37 Lakhs, but the right outcome depends on whether you want those energy roles.
Is the fee worth it against the average pay?▾
Yes, on the printed figures. The base fee is INR 2.37 Lakhs and the pay figure used here is INR 9 LPA, so the ROI tile shows 380%. If you add hostel, the total becomes INR 3.97 Lakhs and the ROI falls to 227%. Check loan EMI before paying.
Is SJCE better for energy work than a general M.Tech branch?▾
It can be, if you want energy audit and power-sector work. The department page links the course with inputs from power companies, IITs, BEE and TERI. A general branch may suit you better if you want wider choices. Ask the department about current electives.
Should I wait one year for a better rank?▾
Wait only if you can improve your rank a lot. The course has 18 seats, so a small change may not move your allotment. If your rank is inside the almost-there range, keep SJCE in the list and use the next KEA round before deciding.
Will a GATE score help for this course?▾
Yes. The course accepts Karnataka PGCET and GATE routes for M.Tech admission. A strong GATE score can help when the college checks merit and seat type. Still, KEA counselling controls government seats, so follow the dates block and keep your papers ready.
Can I pay the SJCE M.Tech fee in parts?▾
Usually yes, because academic fees are paid through the admission and semester process. The fee block shows the full 2-year cost, not one single payment. Ask the fee office before the first deadline if you need a smaller payment plan.
Does SJCE hostel make sense for this course?▾
It depends on your travel plan. Hostel and mess add INR 1.60 Lakhs over two years in this page, making the total INR 3.97 Lakhs. If you live near Mysuru, staying outside may save money. If labs and project work last late, hostel can help.
Which scholarship should I check first?▾
Check the state post-matric route first if you are SC, ST or OBC-NCL and your income fits. It can cut INR 50,000 to INR 80,000 here. General and EWS students should check the Central Sector Scheme or EWS waiver. Keep income and category papers ready.
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