About Department of Applied Physics, DTU
DTU’s Department of Applied Physics offers a four-year B.Tech in Engineering Physics, a two-year M.Sc Physics, an M.Tech in Material Science and a PhD programme.
The Department of Applied Physics is one of the major departments of Delhi Technological University on Main Bawana Road in north-west Delhi. It runs a four-year B.Tech in Engineering Physics for students who want an engineering degree grounded in physics. Postgraduates can choose a two-year M.Sc in Physics or a two-year M.Tech in Material Science and Technology, and a five-year integrated B.Sc-M.Sc in Physics is also offered. The doctoral programme has about 50 full-time PhD scholars working on topics such as plasma physics, nanotechnology and thin films. Admission to all these programmes is handled centrally by DTU.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| 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 DTU programmes is handled centrally by the university and is announced on its admissions pages and the Saarthi portal (saarthi.dtu.ac.in). Candidates check that year's admission brochure for eligibility, the qualifying entrance test or merit basis, and the counselling schedule, then register online. PhD admission follows DTU's separate PhD entrance notice.
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 Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- 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
Which B.Tech does the DTU Applied Physics department offer?
A four-year B.Tech in Engineering Physics.
Is there an M.Tech in this department?
Yes, a two-year M.Tech in Material Science and Technology.
How many PhD students does the department have?
About 50 full-time PhD students, in areas such as plasma physics, nanotechnology and thin films.
Sources
Information verified on 24 Oct 2026
- Delhi Technological University · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- About - Department of Applied Physics, DTU · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
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