MAKAUT M.Tech Research: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Tech or BE degree in a relevant engineering or technology discipline from a recognised university with at least 55 percent aggregate marks. A valid GATE score is required for merit-based shortlisting. Candidates who are NET-qualified or have sponsored research experience may also be considered at the department’s discretion. Final selection is through a research proposal and departmental interview at MAKAUT Haringhata.

Ans. A valid GATE score is required for M.Tech Research admission at MAKAUT and is the primary selection criterion. GATE-qualified candidates are shortlisted for the departmental interview based on their paper score and percentile. Sponsored candidates deputed by government agencies or PSUs may be considered through a separate channel, subject to departmental availability and norms. Non-GATE applicants should contact the department before applying.

Ans. The total programme fee for the 2-year M.Tech Research at MAKAUT is INR 86,800, paid as INR 43,400 per year. The fee covers tuition, examination, laboratory access, and statutory university charges. GATE-qualified scholars may receive the MHRD scholarship of INR 12,400 per month, which more than covers the annual fee. Hostel accommodation is available separately. Fees are paid semester-wise to the university at Haringhata.

Ans. M.Tech Research at MAKAUT is available across engineering and technology disciplines including Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics and Communication, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and related applied science fields. Research topics are assigned in consultation with a registered MAKAUT supervisor. The programme requires mandatory coursework in the first semester followed by full-time thesis research. Candidates should contact the relevant department for current supervisor availability and research themes.

Ans. M.Tech Research graduates are eligible for assistant professor positions at polytechnics and engineering colleges after clearing GATE or NET. Doctoral programmes at IITs, NITs, and MAKAUT are a natural next step for high-performing scholars. Industry roles in R and D departments at engineering firms, DRDO labs, ISRO, and national research institutions are open to M.Tech Research graduates. The degree also strengthens profiles for senior technical positions in government PSUs in West Bengal.

Ans. GATE-qualified candidates admitted to M.Tech Research at MAKAUT are eligible for the MHRD Teaching Assistantship scholarship of INR 12,400 per month, subject to satisfactory academic progress and departmental duties. West Bengal domicile students may also apply for the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship if family income is below INR 2.5 lakhs per year. Scholarship applications should be submitted within the annual deadline set by the respective awarding body.