Full form of ME is Master of Engineering and that of MTech is Master of Technology. MTech is a professional postgraduate engineering master degree programme awarded to candidates after completion of two years of study in the discipline of engineering. This degree is predicated in a specific branch of engineering.

In India, the ME/MTech degree is offered across various specializations. These specializations include Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, VLSI, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering etc.

This degree course is offered under the following categories:

1. Regular (Full-Time)
2. Sponsored (Full-Time)
3. Part Time M.Tech
4. Project Staff (For those who are presently working on sponsored projects)

This master degree programme is also receptive to working diploma holders or diploma holders having work experience for a specified period.

In India, this master degree is regulated under the aegis of University Grants Commission of India (UGC), All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and National Board of Accreditation (NBA). Admissions to ME/MTech programmes offered by technical colleges and universities in India is made through a National level/State-level/Institute-level engineering entrance examination.

Difference between ME and MTech

As mentioned above, ME stands for Master of Engineering while MTech stands for Master of Technology. The key difference between these two degrees is in terms of their practical impact, course material and orientation.

ME	MTech
M.E. is known as Masters of Engineering	M.Tech. is known as Masters of Technology.
M.E. is more knowledge oriented.	M.Tech. is more of a skill oriented.
M.E. is usually designed for students who plan for employment upon graduation and who are already in the engineering workforce.	M.Tech. is designed to produce Research Engineers who can get the position of “Technologist” in the industries and research institutes.
M.E. emphasizes on in-depth concept clarification of facts.	M.Tech. emphasizes on practical exposure of conceptual knowledge.
M.E. is mostly preferred by private universities or self-affiliated colleges. For instance IIT.	M.Tech. is offered by colleges affiliated by various universities.
M.E. is a conventional term used for majorly theory based study.	M.Tech. involves use of technology and other aided stuff.

Required Skill set for ME/MTech

Ability to communicate – verbal and written	Acquaintance with Industry Standards
Knowledge of the subjects studied in B.E./B.Tech.	Teamwork
Creativity	Multifaceted Exposure
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving	Leadership and Management Skills
Commitment and Desire to Learn	Acquaintance with Computers and IT
Attention to details	Giving and receiving feedbacks

Eligibility Criteria for ME/MTech

The basic eligibility requirement for admission to ME/MTech programme is:

• Candidates who have completed their BE/BTech degree with a valid score in GATE are eligible for ME/MTech degree course.
• Candidates who have completed a 5-year program in Science or Applied Sciences resulting in the award of a Master of Science degree are also eligible for a Master of Engineering course.
• Admission is based on rank obtained in the entrance test conducted for ME./MTech.

Please note that the ME/MTech eligibility criteria would vary from institute to institute.

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE): Entrance Exam for MTech.

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering or popularly known as GATE is a national-level engineering exam conducted every year for admission to postgraduate and doctorate level courses at IITs, NITs and IIITs. The exam is jointly conducted by seven IITs (Bombay, Delhi, Kanpur, Guwahati, Kharagpur, Madras and Roorkee) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore.

Various government and private institutions across the country accept the GATE score for admission to their MTech programmes. Moreover, Public Sector Units (PSUs) also recruit engineers through GATE.

In 2020, GATE will be organised by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi in online mode on February 1, 2, 8 and 9. GATE 2020 will be conducted in 25 papers including the newly added subject, Biomedical Engineering. Application forms for GATE 2020 will be available from September 3, 2019, and the last date to apply for the same is September 24. GATE scores will be valid for a period of three years from the date of the release of the GATE 2020 result i.e. March 16.

Course Curriculum for ME/MTech

The course curriculum for every ME/MTech specialization is different. Herein the syllabus. The course curriculum for some of the popular ME/MTech specializations.

Chemical Engineering	Process Control and Instrumentation Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering	Software Engineering
Electrical Engineering	Power Systems Engineering
Mechanical Engineering	Thermal Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering	VLSI System Design

ME/MTech: Types of Job profiles and Top recruiters

The job opportunities for ME/MTech graduates are huge in technical fields. Any graduate who has successfully pursued the ME/MTech degree can get a job in almost all the sectors in India. Besides being hired as engineers, ME/MTech graduates are also hired as consultants, subject matter experts, researchers, managers, etc. Herein some of the popular job profiles for ME/MTech graduates.

Computer Science Engineer	Chief Engineer
Assistant Engineer	Lecturer
Executive Engineer	Researcher
Software Engineer	Ceramic Engineer
Mechanical Engineer	Software Developer
Electronics Engineer	Civil Engineer
Mining Engineer	Production Engineer
Electronics and Communication Engineer	Automobile Engineer

As an ME/MTech graduate, it’s important to be aware of the choices that you are or you will be making for your future. To make the right decision, you must be aware of all the choices available to you to lead a better career. Some ME/MTech graduates also launch their own start-ups.

Top recruiters for ME/MTech

The demand for ME/MTech graduates is high across every domain. Every company – private or government, big or small recruit engineers in various capacities. Herein the list of some of the top companies recruiting ME./MTech graduates after a successful 2 year programme.

Google	Morgan Stanley
Apple	Schlumberger
Microsoft	ITC Limited
Infosys Technologies	Sysmex
IBM Global Services	ISRO
Accenture Services	Mahindra and Mahindra Limited
HCL Technologies	Triveni Turbine Limited
Qualcomm	ICICI
Samsung	HSBC
Intel	Siemens
EXL	Flipkart
Amazon	Cairn
Mckinsey Knowledge Centre	Rubrik and Uber

Important FAQs Regarding ME/MTech

Q. What is the basic difference between ME and MTech?

A. ME stands for Master of Engineering while MTech stands for Master of Technology. The key difference between these two degrees is in terms of their practical impact, course material and orientation.

Q. What can I do after completing Masters of Technology or MTech?

A. After completing the Masters of Technology or MTech, candidates can go for a research degree such as PhD. They can find a suitable job right after completing MTech. Candidates seeking a career as a teacher can join engineering college as a professor. Candidates with an entrepreneurship mindset can start their own firms as well.

Q. What are the skills required for ME/MTech?

A. Candidates are required to have below skills to perform well in their ME/MTech course. Have a look:

• Ability to communicate - verbal and written
• Knowledge of the subjects studied in BE/BTech
• Creativity
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Commitment and Desire to Learn
• Attention to details
• Acquaintance with Industry Standards
• Teamwork
• Multifaceted Exposure
• Leadership Skills
• Analytical & Creative thinking
• Acquaintance with Computers & IT
• Giving and receiving feedbacks

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for ME/MTech?

A. Candidates who have completed their BE/BTech degree with a valid score in GATE are eligible for ME/MTech degree course. Candidates with a 5-year program in Science or Applied Sciences resulting in the award of a Master of Science degree can also apply for the MTech degree course.

Q. What are the different job profiles offered to a MTech graduate?

A. After completing ME is Master of Engineering and that of MTech is Master of Technology, a candidate can easily find a job in research and development companies, manufacturing firms, and IT companies as Project Manager, Research Associate, and Senior Engineers. Some of the candidates also prefer academic jobs such as teaching in a college or becoming a professor.

Q. What is the best career option after MTech in CSE?

A. After completing the MTech degree in CSE, the candidates can find job opportunities in private and public sector firms. They can also find a lot of job openings in the software sector which requires specialisation. The candidates can work in different areas in the software industry.

Q. What is the scope of MTech in information technology?

A. In today's career opportunities, IT Specialists with higher qualifications are required in almost all range of employment fields such as finance, arts, medicine, defense, and other areas. Some of the leading IT firms also prefer candidates with MTech degree.

Q. Which branch of MTech has more scope?

A. Candidates who have scored good marks/rank in GATE will surely go for MTech in design, thermal or production engineering.

Q. Is MTech after BTech it a good choice?

A. Yes, of course doing MTech after completing BTech is a right decision for students who want to increase their creativity and work more on their technical skills. It also gives you great career opportunities.

Q. What is the average salary after MTech in India?

A. After getting a MTech degree, a candidate can earn an average of 3- 10 lakhs annually. The salary of a candidate also depends on the profile he/she is working on.

Q. What is the full form of MTech. What is the duration of the course?

A. MTech stands for Masters of technology. It is a postgraduate engineering degree awarded to a candidate. The duration of this degree course is two years.