About Department of Energy Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
IIT Bombay’s Department of Energy Science and Engineering runs a B.Tech, dual degrees, an M.Tech in Energy Systems Engineering and a PhD in energy.
The Department of Energy Science and Engineering at IIT Bombay, Powai, focuses only on energy. It admits undergraduates to a four-year B.Tech through JEE (Advanced) and also lists a B.Tech plus M.Tech dual degree. For postgraduates there is a two-year M.Tech in Energy Systems Engineering and a PhD, while science graduates can enter an M.Sc plus PhD dual degree through JAM. Students of other branches can take a minor in energy engineering. The programmes suit students interested in power, renewables and energy policy.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology Accepts: JEE Advanced |
Full-time | 4 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, Interview
B.Tech seats are filled through JEE (Advanced) and JoSAA counselling, as stated on the IIT Bombay bachelors admissions page. M.Tech candidates apply on the IIT Bombay online admissions portal after the entrance test required for the programme; some departments also hold a written test or interview. PhD applicants apply through the institute research admissions notices.
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
What programmes does IIT Bombay Energy Science and Engineering offer?
B.Tech, a B.Tech plus M.Tech dual degree, an M.Sc plus PhD dual degree, an M.Tech in Energy Systems Engineering and a PhD.
How long is the M.Tech in Energy Systems Engineering?
Two years.
How do science graduates join?
Through JAM for the M.Sc plus PhD dual degree.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Department of Energy Science and Engineering, IIT Bombay · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- IIT Bombay home page · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Bachelors admissions - Academic Office, IIT Bombay · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Masters admissions - Academic Office, IIT Bombay · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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