The M.Tech (Material Science and Engineering) at Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE), Mysore, is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme offered under JSS Science and Technology University (JSSSTU), Mysuru. Delivered through the Department of Mechanical Engineering, the programme covers advanced materials characterisation, nanomaterials, composite materials, surface engineering, failure analysis, materials processing, and smart materials, preparing graduates for careers as materials engineer, research scientist, and quality engineer in aerospace, automotive, defence, and manufacturing industries. SJCE holds NAAC ’A++’ accreditation and ranks 348 in Collegedunia’s 2026 B.Tech rankings.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the M.Tech Material Science 2026-27 batch at SJCE are through GATE 2026 or K-PGCET 2026 (Karnataka PGCET) via KEA for government-quota seats, and through management quota directly at sjce.ac.in.
Key Points
- Two-year M.Tech in Material Science and Engineering at an NAAC ’A++’ JSSSTU constituent college.
- Admission via GATE score or K-PGCET (Karnataka PGCET) through KEA counselling.
- 50 percent of seats filled through K-PGCET; remaining through management quota.
- Ranks 348 in Collegedunia’s 2026 B.Tech rankings; NIRF Engineering 2024: 201-300 band.
SJCE Mysore M.Tech Material Science Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Programme Fee (total, 2 years) | INR 1,31,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Charges Separate) | INR 1,31,000 |
- Total fee covers the complete two-year M.Tech programme.
- Hostel charges payable separately; confirm rates at sjce.ac.in.
- Confirm the current fee structure at sjce.ac.in before applying.
SJCE Mysore M.Tech Material Science Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Result | Mar 19, 2026 (declared) |
| K-PGCET 2026 Registration | Mar 23 to Apr 8, 2026 (closed) |
| K-PGCET 2026 (M.Tech/ME) Exam | May 23, 2026 |
| K-PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 (tentative) |
| KEA K-PGCET Counselling | July to August 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| SJCE M.Tech Admission / Reporting | As per KEA schedule; check sjce.ac.in |
- GATE / K-PGCET government quota: register at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Management-quota direct admission: sjce.ac.in.
- Confirm seat availability and current fee at sjce.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering (or an allied discipline recognised by JSSSTU) with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks. A valid GATE score or K-PGCET rank is required for government-quota seats.
- For management-quota seats, a graduation degree with 50 percent marks is sufficient. Apply directly through JSSSTU at sjce.ac.in.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Appear for GATE 2026 (result declared Mar 19, 2026) or register for K-PGCET 2026 at kea.kar.nic.in (exam: May 23, 2026).
- Step 2: Check K-PGCET result (July 8, 2026) and register for KEA centralised counselling.
- Step 3: Select SJCE and your M.Tech specialisation during choice-filling at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Step 4: Accept seat allotment and download the provisional allotment letter.
- Step 5: Report to SJCE with BE/B.Tech mark sheets, GATE scorecard or K-PGCET rank card, transfer certificate, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Step 6: Pay the programme fee and complete admission formalities at sjce.ac.in.
✓ Opt for this if
- Mechanical or metallurgy engineers targeting materials R&D roles
- Karnataka-based candidates aiming for aerospace or defence sector
- Students interested in nanomaterials or composite research careers
- GATE-qualified candidates preferring affordable government-quota PG
- Those targeting quality engineering in manufacturing industries
✗ Skip if
- Candidates expecting IT, software, or data science placements
- Those requiring placement networks outside Karnataka or South India
- Students seeking management or MBA-track career paths
- Those targeting top-tier technology firms for campus placements
SJCE Mysore M.Tech Material Science Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST candidates; ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 20,000/year | Merit students, family income below INR 8,00,000/year; scholarships.gov.in |
| JSSSTU Merit Scholarship | Variable by merit rank | Top-rank students admitted to JSSSTU constituent colleges; check sjce.ac.in |
| Karnataka OBC/BC Scholarship | Variable by category | Karnataka domicile OBC/BC candidates; scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka state scholarships: apply via NSP at scholarships.gov.in.
- Fee reimbursement: apply at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in after admission.
- Confirm current scholarship availability at sjce.ac.in.
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