Course Duration
3 YearsPhD (Civil Engineering) is a three to five-year doctorate course. Eligibility for the course is a postgraduate course in Civil Engineering, candidates should have Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Bachelor in Technology in Civil Engineering from recognized University.
The tuition fees by average for PhD (Civil Engineering) comes between INR 69,000 to 4 Lacs for the span of 3 to 5 years.
Admissions for such course are on the basis of counselling after clearing entrance tests depending on the colleges. Some of them are:
Top institutes which are offering this course are as follows:
Major Job profile and designations for these graduates are Civil Engineer, Transportation Engineer, Water Resource Engineer, Structural Engineer, Environmental Engineers and Civil Engineering Technicians, Assistant Manager, Senior Engineer, Project Manager, Director of Public Works, Researchers, City Engineer, Deputy Engineer and Independent Consultants. etc.
Graduates with this degree have an opportunity for the industries like Antant Access, Ajay Kadam Association, Dr. Kelkar Consultants Pvt Ltd. Jaypee Group, Larsen and Tubro, Simplex Projects Ltd. Vadakar and Associates. RDS Projects Ltd. Macro Marvel Infrastructure Corporation Ltd. IVRCL Infrastructure & Projects Ltd. Hiranandani Construction Pvt. Ltd. Balaji Railroad Systems Ltd etc.
The average salary for PhD (Civil Engineering) graduates is around INR 2 to 9 Lakh but this can be higher on the basis of experience and other factors.
Listed below are some of the major highlights of the course:
Course Level | Post-Graduate |
Duration | 3 to 5 years |
Examination Type | Semester System |
Eligibility | Post-graduation in Civil Engineering |
Admission Process | Based on counselling after clearing Entrance Tests like UGC-NET for different colleges. |
Course Fee | INR 69,000 to 4 Lacs |
Average Starting Salary | INR 2 to 9 lacs per annum |
Top Recruiting Companies | Antant Access, Ajay Kadam Association, Dr. Kelkar Consultants Pvt Ltd. Jaypee Group, Larsen and Tubro, Simplex Projects Ltd. Vadakar and Associates. RDS Projects Ltd. Macro Marvel Infrastructure Corporation Ltd. IVRCL Infrastructure & Projects Ltd. Hiranandani Construction Pvt. Ltd. Balaji Railroad Systems Ltd |
Job Positions | Civil Engineer Transportation Engineer Water Resource Engineer Structural Engineer Environmental Engineers Civil Engineering Technicians |
Candidates with interest in designing and building things, along with excellent knowledge in Mathematics and IT, can enjoy a successful career in this branch.
In addition to Teaching and Instruction, the faculty is also engaged in active research with an aim to generate innovative concepts and ideas or apply the existing technologies to new applications.
Rise of MNCs has increased scope of recruitments with a good salary package and better work conditions.
PhD students are expected to publish their work in leading international journals and conferences pertaining to their area of research.
To pursue a PhD course in Civil Engineering the candidate should have bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from recognized university. Also the masters in Biology/Pharmacy and Civil Engineering or the relevant stream with aggregate of 55% marks and also with valid PhD entrance test along with the interview.
For admission to the PhD programme in Civil Engineering department minimum requirements are:
In India, universities have rights to set their own procedure and standards for the PhD programme admissions. Many institutes conduct their own entrance exams followed by personal interview round.
The final selection is done on the basis of candidates performance in the entrance exam and the subsequent rounds.
Entrance Exams are:
Structural Engineering | Geotechnical Engineering |
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Mechanics | Soil Mechanics |
Structural Analysis | Foundation Engineering |
Concrete Structures | - |
Steel Structures | - |
Water Resources Engineering | Environmental Science and Engineering |
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics | Fundamentals of Ecology, Ecosystem and Environment. Air Pollution & Control, Meteorology, Water Supply and water treatment and Wastewater techniques, Sanitation systems, Noise pollution and control measures and standards, Solid waste management, rules and regulations, Environmental Impact Assessment, EIA notifications, Disaster management, Climate and Climatology, remote sensing and GIS, Forestry, Wildlife protection, Global and national issues of environment, resource scarcity, energy. Design of pollution management facilities. International protocols |
Irrigation | - |
Hydrology | - |
There is a huge demand for Civil Engineers in India. The field is expected to grow further, considering the rising demand for advanced infrastructure creation.
Civil Engineers can work in Real Estate Societies, Power Plants, Transportation, Government Departments, Private and Public Sector Undertakings, Housing and Urban Development and Teaching Institutions, Consultancy Firms, Industrial Plants & Building.
An IIT graduate in Civil Engineering earns approximately INR 7, 00, 000 to 8, 00, 000 per annum.
Civil engineers should have an analytical mind and be detail-oriented.
Some major recruiting sectors are:
Civil engineering degrees prepare students to design and build structures like buildings, bridges and roads. These professionals typically work in government and private sectors. Most of the career options for civil engineering students require a bachelor's degree. In order to provide services to the public, civil engineers need to be licensed. Below are descriptions and overviews of three potential careers for civil engineering graduates.
Job Position | Job Description | Average Annual Pay Scale in INR |
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Civil Engineer | Civil Engineers have a job to create, improve and protect the environment in which we live. They have to plan, design and oversee construction and maintenance of building structures and infrastructure, such as roads, railways, airports, bridges, dams, irrigation projects, power plants, and water and sewerage systems. | 1.7 to 8.5 Lacs |
Transportation Engineer | Transportation engineers develop plans for highways and freeways to improve traffic flow. Job duties may include designing roads, street lighting and drainage. They may also conduct research to determine what improvements need to be made to an existing system. | 467,000 |
Water Resource Engineer | Water and wastewater engineering concerns technologies that are associated with the flow and quality of water. They may test water samples to ensure that the quality is meeting regulations. Water management engineers specialize in water supply, sewerage systems and pollution control | 455,286 |
Structural Engineer | Structural engineers develop buildings and other large structures while considering their functionality and the materials used. It is also designed to withstand heat, cold and tremors. They develop non-conventional construction materials and techniques, e.g., special bridge structures, building framework etc. | 261,669 |
Environmental Engineers | Environmental engineers use the principles of engineering, soil science, biology, and chemistry to develop solutions to environmental problems. | 243,264 |
Civil Engineering Technicians | They also help to plan, design, and build commercial, industrial, residential, and land development projects. | 355,286 |
Post Graduation in a relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification with a minimum aggregate of 60% or equivalent CGPA of any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India. A Relaxation of 5% aggregate is there for SC/ST candidates.
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Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University is an engineering university that offers various programs like engineering, management, and other affiliated programs in its various institutions and departments. One of my friends has graduated from MAKAUT and has shared some details about the institution with me.
Categories | Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University |
Course Fee | 4.56 lakh |
Placement Percentage | 80-85% |
Highest CTC | 20 LPA |
Average CTC | 8-10 LPA |
The students get opportunities to work with MNCs. Top-notch companies visit colleges for placements. Companies like, IBM, CTS, Infosys, Wipro, Accenture, TCS, Capgemini, Subex, LNT with a good amount of packages. Students may get an average of more than 5 LPA.
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology placements are good for CSE and IT departments. Around 90% of students from these departments get placed through the campus drive. The average salary package offered for these departments is around INR 4 LPA. Companies such as TCS, IBM, Byju’s, Extramarks, Haldia Petrochemical, etc. take part in the placement drive.
Here are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at MAKAUT.
These habits will help you a lot during your degree.
Keep the below documents ready while applying for MAKAUT migration certificate online.
Visit MAKAUT website and make payment. Download the payment receipt. Go to the form page and fill in the required details. The university usually releases the printable softcopy of the migration certificate, 3 days after applying.
In terms of academics and facilities, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology isn’t good. The syllabus and the curriculum are outdated. The examination and evaluation system is flawed. Mugging up the syllabus right before the examination is sufficient to score 8-pointers. Placements usually depend on the college. Usually, IT companies visit the campus placements of the university.
MAKAUT offers excellent learning resources to students. You can utilize the weekends to upskill yourself. If you are a software engineering student, you can learn various coding languages such as C, C++, Java, etc. Having knowledge of different coding languages can help you a lot during placements. If you are a student of Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, you can learn Auto CAD. MAKAUT also offers the opportunity to learn other software such as MEP, CATIA, etc.
You can use the weekends to do internships or training as well. These will certainly add value to your resume. You can prepare for jobs by working on your communication skills, soft skills, personality management, etc. Many students also use the weekends to catch up with their hobbies.
The Colleges under Makaut are much better than Aliah University in all respects. They have a better curriculum, experienced faculty and provide students with the proper exposure and opportunities required to build their career.
If you have a rank around 10,000 in WBJEE, then you can opt for colleges like Techno India, IEM, Heritage Institute of Technology, Meghnad Shah, Netaji, etc.
But if your rank is enough to qualify for these colleges, then you can go for Aliah University. The placements here are not up to the mark but if you work hard you can sit for off-campus placements and secure a job via that.
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University and Haldia Institute of Technology both are engineering institutes. Some of my friends have been students of both of the institutes thus, I can provide a clear picture about which one’s better.
Thus the choice ultimately depends on you. Choose which will suit you better, has easier transportation, better infrastructure, and facilities, and will help shape your career as both are equally good.
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology CSE is better compared to NIT Agartala ECE. It offers better placements. MAKAUT Kolkata placements are great for CSE. Each year around 85% of students get placed from the branch. The average CTC for the branch is around INR 4 LPA. While the highest CTC goes up to around INR 14 LPA. Major companies such as IBM, Infosys, Wipro, etc. recruit from MAKAUT.
Techno India Saltlake has been affiliated to Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT). As a result, it follows the same syllabus as MAKAUT. Both of these institutes offer good infrastructure but being a private institute Techno India Saltlake has higher course fees. The course fee for B.Tech courses at MAKAUT is Rs. 49,000/- and at Techno India Saltlake it’s Rs. 89,200/-.
According to the recent statistics, Techno India Saltlake offers better placement than MAKAUT especially for CSE or IT department. The average CTC offered to the students at these institutes is around 3-4 LPA. Top recruiters include Infosys Technologies, IBM, WIPRO, Cognizant, etc.