About Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology
The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at VNIT Nagpur, started in 1965, runs a B.Tech, M.Tech courses in materials and metallurgy, and PhD research.
The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at VNIT was started in 1965, and its first batch graduated in 1969. It runs a B.Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, M.Tech programmes with specialisations in areas such as materials engineering, process metallurgy and industrial metallurgy, and PhD research. The department also offers continuing education for working engineers in welding, failure analysis, testing and quality control, casting, electric steelmaking and structure-property studies. It is located on the main VNIT campus on South Ambazari Road in Nagpur.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test
Admission to B.Tech and B.Arch at VNIT is through JoSAA/CSAB counselling, with DASA and other routes for foreign students. M.Tech admission is through CCMT counselling, with an institute spot round that may include a written test. PhD admission is announced on the admission page through an information brochure and online form.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the department started?
In 1965
What M.Tech areas are offered?
Specialisations such as materials engineering, process metallurgy and industrial metallurgy.
Does it train working engineers?
Yes, it runs continuing education in welding, failure analysis, casting and related topics.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering - VNIT Nagpur · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Contact Us - VNIT Nagpur · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Admission - VNIT Nagpur · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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