B.TECH ECE

 

Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering, or BTech ECE for short, is a four-year undergraduate curriculum. Students pursuing a B Tech in ECE gain comprehensive understanding of the design, development, production, and upkeep of communication systems and electronic devices and equipment. Important topics like Introduction to Electronics, Signal and Systems, Analog Communication, Network Theory, Microprocessors and Microcontrollers, Control Systems, etc. are covered in the B Tech ECE syllabus.

 

The completion of Class 12 in a science background with at least 50 to 60 percent of the possible points in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics is the prerequisite for the B Tech in ECE. Admission to the BTech ECE program is determined by entrance exam results as well as Class 12 merit.

 

BTech ECE Course Details: Highlights

 

The BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering course prices, structure, average income, top recruiters, and required entrance examinations are all included in the table below. Essential details regarding the course are included in these highlights.

BTech ECE Course Highlights	BTech ECE Course Details
BTech ECE Course Level	Undergraduate
B Tech ECE Full Form	B Tech ECE Full Form is BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering
B Tech ECE Eligibility Criteria	Completion of Class 12 along with entrance examination
B Tech ECE Course Duration	4 years
B Tech ECE Examination Type	Semester-wise
BTech ECE Admission Process 2025	Merit/ Entrance-Based
B Tech ECE Entrance Exams 2025	JEE Main, JEE Advanced, AP EAMCET, KCET, COMEDK UGET, MHT CET, SRMJEEE, IPU CET, etc.
B Tech ECE Course Fees	INR 8 - 10 lakh
Best B Tech ECE Colleges in India	VIT Vellore, DTU, NIT Trichy, IIT Kharagpur, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, IIT Roorkee, Thapar University, etc.
Average B Tech ECE Salary	INR 8 LPA
B Tech ECE Jobs	Electronics Engineer, Electronics and Communication Engineer, Embedded Systems Engineer, IoT Engineer, Control Engineer, VLSI Engineer, etc.
Top B Tech ECE Recruiters	Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Hindustan Petroleum Corporation  Limited (HPCL), Intel, Texas Instruments, Nvidia, Qualcomm, etc.

 

BTech ECE Eligibility Criteria

 

After completing Class 12th, students must make sure they meet the requirements for admission to the B Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering program. It is crucial to remember that the precise requirements for BTech ECE eligibility can change based on the school providing the program.

 

Students must meet the necessary eligibility requirements in order to be admitted to the BTech ECE program. The following lists the prerequisites for the B Tech ECE program:

 

Basic Requirements:

 

 

• Completion of Class 12: A recognized board must have granted you a passing grade on your Class 12 (or equivalent) exam.

 

 

Minimum Marks:

 

 

• A minimum of 50 to 60% in PCM disciplines is required by the majority of universities.

• Particularly for prestigious universities, some may have higher cut-offs.

• Candidates from the reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD) can be eligible for a waiver of certain of the minimum percentage requirements.

 

Mandatory Subjects:

 

 

• Mathematics, physics, and chemistry are the foundational courses needed to be admitted to BTech ECE programs. 

 

Additional Requirements:

 

 

• Entrance Exams:For BTech admissions, numerous colleges administer their own entrance tests, some of which are tailored to engineering programs. The JEE Main and JEE Advanced are two well-known national examinations.

• Other Considerations:Some institutions may have extra requirements for admission, such as minimum scores in particular areas or extra rounds like the personal interview or group discussion. 

 

BTech ECE Admission Process 2026

 

The following procedures will normally be part of the 2026 BTech ECE (Electronics and Communication Engineering) admissions process:

 

1. Educational Qualifications: Finish Class 12 with a strong foundation in math, physics, and chemistry. 

2. Entrance Exams: Take engineering entrance exams at the state or national level, such as COMEDK UGET, TS EAMCET, KCET, JEE Main, JEE Advanced, etc. 

3. Application and Counseling: Apply to the schools and universities of your choice based on the results of your admission exam. To guarantee a seat, take part in counseling rounds. 

4. Merit List: Merit lists are created by colleges using a variety of factors, including academic records and entrance exam results.

5. Document Verification: Send in the necessary paperwork for verification, such as your mark sheets, entrance exam scorecards, and certificates from classes 10 and 12. 

6. Seat Allotment: Colleges will assign seats to qualified applicants based on the merit list and available seats. 

7. Fee Payment and Admission:To reserve your spot, pay the B Tech ECE course price and finish the entrance requirements.

 

BTech ECE Entrance Exams 2026

 

Here are some of the most well-known admission tests for the BTech program in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), along with information on when to register and take the test. For detailed information on these well-liked entrance tests, students can consult the table.

 

B Tech ECE Exams	Exam Dates	Exam Schedule
JEE Main 2026	JEE Main Exam Date Session 1- January 2026 (Tentative) JEE Main Exam Date Session 2- April 2026 (Tentative)	JEE Main Exam Date 2026
JEE Advanced 2026	TBA	JEE Advanced Exam Date 2026
MHT CET 2026	TBA	MHTCET Exam Date 2026
CUET 2026	TBA	CUET Exam Date 2026
TS EAMCET 2026	TBA	TS EAMCET Exam Date 2026
BITSAT 2026	TBA	BITSAT Exam Date 2026
COMEDK UGET 2026	TBA	COMEDK UGET Exam Date 2026
KCET 2026	TBA	KCET Exam Date 2026
KEAM 2026	TBA	KEAM Exam Date 2026
WBJEE 2026	TBA	WBJEE Exam Date 2026
VITEEE 2026	TBA	VITEEE Exam Date 2026

 

BTech ECE Syllabus

 

Eight semesters make up the four-year BTech program in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE). Its curriculum includes both elective courses and necessary core disciplines. During their MTech in ECE program, candidates might choose a specific specialization topic to focus on these basic topics.

 

To guarantee the applicants' overall growth, the program also incorporates laboratory sessions and industry training. Please refer to the B Tech ECE semester-by-semester syllabus below, keeping in mind that various universities may have different requirements.

 

BTech ECE Subjects- Semester 1
Engineering Mathematics – I	Engineering Mathematics – II
Engineering Chemistry	Programming in C and Data structures
BTech ECE Subjects- Semester 2
Elements of Mechanical Engineering	Basic Electronics & Communication Engineering
Constitution of India and Professional Ethics	Environmental Studies
BTech ECE Subjects- Semester 3
Logic Design	Network Analysis
Analog Electronic Circuits	Engineering Mathematics – III
BTech ECE Subjects- Semester 4
Engg. Mathematics – IV	Microcontrollers
Signals & Systems	Fundamentals of HDL
BTech ECE Subjects- Semester 5
Management and Entrepreneurship	Digital Signal Processing
Information Theory & Coding	Fundamentals of CMOS
BTech ECE Subjects- Semester 6
Digital Communication	Microprocessors
Antennas and Propagation	Operating Systems
BTech ECE Subjects- Semester 7
Computer Communication Networks	Optical Fiber Communication
Embedded System Design	VLSI Lab
BTech ECE Subjects- Semester 8
Wireless Communication	Digital Switching Systems
Project Work EC	Seminar EC

 

Best BTech ECE Colleges in India

 

Course fees and placement prospects are important considerations before choosing a college to pursue a BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (BTech ECE) program. A variety of BTech ECE courses are offered by the public and private universities listed below.

 

Top Government Colleges for BTech ECE

The following table lists some of the most well-known government universities for BTech programs in Electronics and Communication Engineering, along with other central and state universities and the best IITs and NITs: 

 

Government B Tech in ECE Colleges	Tuition Fee
Delhi Technological University, Delhi	INR 6.87 lakh
Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad	INR 8 lakh
Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati	INR 8 lakh
Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur	INR 8- 10 lakh
Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee	INR 8- 10.71 lakh
National Institute of Technology, Rourkela	INR 5 lakh
National Institute of Technology, Suratkhal	INR 5 lakh
National Institute of Technology, Warangal	INR 5 lakh
National Institute of Technology, Trichy	INR 5 lakh
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology	INR 5 lakh

 

Best Private BTech ECE Colleges

 

Considered-to-be universities, which are well-known for their facilities and top-notch placement prospects, are among the well-liked private colleges for pursuing a BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Additionally, the institutions listed below are arranged according to the most recent NIRF ranking.

B Tech in ECE Colleges	Tuition Fee
VIT Vellore	INR 7.8 lakh
Thapar University	INR 12.93 lakh - 17.24 lakh
BITS Pilani	INR 20.76 lakh
SOA University	INR 5.1 lakh - 10.6 lakh
SRM Institute of Science and Technology	INR 10 lakh - 12.5 lakh
Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education	INR 6 lakh
Chandigarh University	INR 6.84 lakh - 9.12 lakh
SSN College of Engineering	INR 2 lakh
Lovely Professional University	INR 8.4 lakh -13.6 lakh
School of Technology, PDEU	INR 9.6 lakh

 

BTech ECE Careers Scope: Job Profiles, Salary, and Top Recruiters

 

Aviation and avionics, consumer electronics, power plants, manufacturing, transportation, communication and telecommunication, computer applications, radio and television, diagnostic equipment manufacturing, and offshore businesses are just a few of the industries in which B Tech Electronics and Communications engineers can find employment opportunities.

They can work for the federal government, state governments, the public sector, or the private sector. A collection of B Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering job profiles and their associated average salaries can be seen below.

 

B Tech in ECE Jobs	Job Description	Average BTech ECE Salary (INR)
Electronics Design Engineer	Designs and develops electronic circuits, PCBs, and devices.	INR 4.5 - 7 LPA
Communication Engineer	Plans, implements, and maintains communication systems and networks.	INR 4.5 - 8 LPA
VLSI Design Engineer	Designs and develops integrated circuits (ICs) using computer-aided design tools.	INR 5 - 8 LPA
Embedded Systems Engineer	Designs and develops software and hardware for embedded systems in various applications.	INR 4.5 - 7 LPA
Network Engineer	Designs, implements, and manages computer networks and network infrastructure.	INR 4.5 - 8 LPA
RF Engineer	Designs and develops radio frequency (RF) circuits and systems for various applications.	INR 5 - 8 LPA
Test Engineer	Conducts tests and analyzes data to ensure the quality and functionality of electronic devices and systems.	INR 4 - 6 LPA
Signal Processing Engineer	Analyzes and processes signals for various applications like image processing, audio processing, and communication systems.	INR 5 - 7 LPA
Software Engineer (Hardware Focus)	Develops software that interacts with hardware components and systems.	INR 4.5 - 7.5 LPA
Research and Development Engineer	Conducts research and development activities in various fields related to electronics and communication.	INR 5 - 8 LPA

 

BTech in ECE Top Recruiters

 

Many government agencies, including ONGC, BHEL, DRDO, and others, hire people through public hiring procedures. When hiring, they frequently use GATE scores or administer competitive exams. The following well-known companies hire recent graduates with degrees in Electronics and Communication Engineering:

Top  B Tech in ECE Recruiters
BEL	Texas Instruments
HPCL	Siemens
BHEL	Intel
DRDO	Philips
DMRC	Nvidia
ISRO	Reliance