NIT Rourkela M.Tech Microwave Communication And Radar Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. M.Tech Microwave Communication and Radar Engineering at NIT Rourkela is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered by the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The programme covers advanced topics in microwave engineering, radar systems, antenna design, satellite communication, and signal propagation. Admission is through CCMT counselling based on GATE score in the Electronics and Communication (EC) paper. The programme is designed for students aiming for careers in defence electronics, space research, and telecom R and D.

Ans. The total fee for the M.Tech Microwave Communication and Radar Engineering programme at NIT Rourkela is INR 2,08,000 for the 2-year course. This includes tuition fees of INR 1,80,000 across four semesters, other charges of INR 15,500, and one-time admission charges of INR 12,500. Hostel charges are billed separately each semester. GATE-qualified students admitted via CCMT are eligible for the MHRD fellowship of INR 12,400 per month, which substantially offsets the programme cost.

Ans. Admission to M.Tech Microwave Communication and Radar Engineering at NIT Rourkela requires a valid GATE score in the Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) paper. The score is used for counselling through CCMT (Centralised Counselling for M.Tech/M.Arch/M.Plan). Candidates with GATE scores in other papers such as CS, ME, or EE are not eligible for this specific programme at NIT Rourkela. The minimum qualifying score depends on category and may vary each admission cycle.

Ans. Graduates of M.Tech Microwave Communication and Radar Engineering from NIT Rourkela find career opportunities in defence R and D organisations such as DRDO and BEL, space research at ISRO, and telecom companies working on radar and satellite communication systems. Roles include RF design engineer, radar systems engineer, antenna engineer, and microwave communication specialist. The specialised nature of the programme also makes graduates competitive for doctoral research at IITs, NITs, and foreign universities in microwave and RF engineering.

Ans. Yes, M.Tech students admitted to NIT Rourkela through CCMT with a valid GATE score are eligible for the MHRD Teaching or Research Assistantship of INR 12,400 per month. The fellowship is valid for up to 24 months and requires the student to fulfil assistantship duties such as lab assistance or tutorial support as assigned by the department. Disbursal is subject to satisfactory academic progress. This fellowship effectively reduces the out-of-pocket expense of the 2-year programme significantly.

Ans. CCMT (Centralised Counselling for M.Tech/M.Arch/M.Plan) is the common platform through which all NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded institutions offer M.Tech seats. Candidates register on the CCMT portal (ccmt.ac.in), enter their GATE score details, fill course preferences in order of priority, and participate in multiple allotment rounds. Seat allotment is based on GATE score, rank, and category. After allotment, candidates accept the seat and pay the fee online before reporting to NIT Rourkela for document verification and enrolment.