About Department of Electrical Engineering, Jamia Millia Islamia
JMI’s Department of Electrical Engineering, set up in 1985, runs B.Tech in electrical and in electrical and computer engineering, two M.Tech courses and PhD research.
The Department of Electrical Engineering at Jamia Millia Islamia, the central university in Jamia Nagar, south Delhi, was established in 1985 in the Faculty of Engineering and Technology. It holds UGC SAP and DST FIST support and has been a Quality Improvement Programme centre since 2017. Undergraduates can take the four-year B.Tech Electrical Engineering, which held NBA accreditation for 2019-2025, or the B.Tech in Electrical and Computer Engineering added in 2024. An evening B.E. is run for working students. The M.Tech comes in Electrical Power System Management (since 2003-04) and Control and Instrumentation Systems (since 2012). More than 150 PhDs have been awarded, with research in power systems, power electronics, control, biomedical engineering and smart grids.
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
Jamia Millia Islamia handles admission to all its departments through one central process each year. Applicants read the programme-wise admission notice on the university website for eligibility, the entrance test or national test score that applies, and the key dates. Forms are filled online on the JMI admission portal (admission.jmi.ac.in), where merit lists, interview calls and counselling notices are also posted.
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.
Facilities
- Labs
- Library
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Frequently asked questions
When was the department established?
In 1985, within the Faculty of Engineering and Technology.
Which M.Tech courses are offered?
Electrical Power System Management and Control and Instrumentation Systems.
Is there a newer B.Tech option?
Yes, a B.Tech in Electrical and Computer Engineering was added in 2024.
How are PhD students admitted?
The department page says PhD admission is based on national entrance examinations.
Sources
Information verified on 25 Oct 2026
- Jamia Millia Islamia - Home · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
- Department of Electrical Engineering, Jamia Millia Islamia - Introduction · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
- Department of Electrical Engineering, Jamia Millia Islamia - Programmes/Courses · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
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