The M.Tech in VLSI Design and Embedded Systems at Nitte (Deemed to be University) is a two-year full-time postgraduate engineering programme offered at NMAM Institute of Technology (NMAMIT), Nitte, Karkala Taluk, Udupi District, Karnataka, a constituent engineering college of Nitte Deemed to be University. The programme covers VLSI design methodologies, digital and mixed-signal IC design, Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, embedded systems architecture, microprocessor design, hardware-software co-design, FPGA prototyping, and Texas Instruments-supported lab work, preparing graduates for roles such as VLSI Design Engineer, Embedded Systems Engineer, Verification Engineer, RTL Design Engineer, and Hardware Developer. Nitte Deemed to be University holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 2,56,000 for the two years.
📋 Admission Status: NMAMIT M.Tech VLSI Design & Embedded System admissions for 2026-27 are in progress. GATE 2026 results were declared on Mar 19, 2026. Karnataka PGCET 2026 for M.Tech was held on May 24, 2026. Apply at apply.nitte.edu.in.
Nitte University M.Tech VLSI Design & Embedded System Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (Year 1) | INR 1,28,000 |
| Annual Fee (Year 2) | INR 1,28,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 2,56,000 |
- Verify 2026-27 fee at nitte.edu.in before registration.
- AICTE GATE fellowship available for qualifying M.Tech admissions.
- Hostel charges separate; confirm at nmamit.nitte.edu.in.
Nitte University M.Tech VLSI Design & Embedded System Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Exam | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 (M.Tech) | May 24, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NMAMIT Application / NUCAT-PG | Rolling; apply.nitte.edu.in |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
| GATE 2026 (IIT/IISc) Registration End | Aug 28, 2025 |
| GATE 2026 (IIT/IISc) Exam Date | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 (IIT/IISc) Result | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 (KEA) Registration End | Mar 23, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 (KEA) Exam Date | May 24, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 (KEA) Result | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
- GATE score required for AICTE fellowship; PGCET for Karnataka quota seats.
- Karnataka PGCET counselling for M.Tech state quota seats.
- Direct application via apply.nitte.edu.in for management quota.
- SC/ST Karnataka domicile candidates eligible for fee reimbursement.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a B.E. or B.Tech degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or a closely related electronics discipline from a recognised university, with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST Karnataka candidates).
- A valid GATE 2026 score is preferred and mandatory for the AICTE fellowship stipend. Karnataka PGCET 2026 rank is accepted for Karnataka state quota seats. NUCAT-PG scores are accepted for management quota seats; apply at apply.nitte.edu.in.
Admission Process
- Appear in GATE 2026 (exam: Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026) for AICTE fellowship eligibility, or in Karnataka PGCET 2026 (M.Tech exam: May 24, 2026) for state quota admission.
- Participate in Karnataka PGCET counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and select NMAMIT, Nitte, for the M.Tech VLSI Design & Embedded System programme.
- Alternatively, apply directly at apply.nitte.edu.in using GATE or NUCAT-PG score for management quota seats.
- Pay the first-year fee of INR 1,28,000 (verify 2026-27 fee at nitte.edu.in) and complete document verification at NMAMIT, Nitte.
- Complete registration; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is VLSI design, RTL design, or embedded systems at semiconductor firms
- Texas Instruments lab collaboration and NAAC A+ accreditation attract you
- GATE (EC) qualified candidate seeking a focused VLSI M.Tech at low total cost
- Planning a career in Bengaluru or Hyderabad semiconductor ecosystem
- Academic or R&D career in chip design is the long-term goal
✗ Skip if
- IIT/NIT brand is needed for tier-1 semiconductor firms such as Qualcomm or Intel
- Career goal is pure software or IT services; not hardware or chip design
- Campus in Nitte (Udupi District) is too remote from Bengaluru semiconductor clusters
- Full-time M.Tech is not feasible; a short certification path is preferred
Nitte University M.Tech VLSI Design & Embedded System Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GATE Scholarship (AICTE) | INR 12,400/month | Valid GATE score holders admitted to M.Tech; AICTE fellowship scheme |
| Nitte Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on GATE score or qualifying degree marks; awarded at admission |
| Karnataka Fee Reimbursement Scheme | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; via state SC/ST welfare department |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
- GATE scholarship: AICTE fellowship for GATE-qualified M.Tech students.
- Karnataka Fee Reimbursement: full tuition for SC/ST Karnataka domicile students.
- Nitte Merit Scholarship: based on GATE score or qualifying degree marks.
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