M.Tech Civil engineering is a course of profound importance in the present time. The duration of the course is 2 years. The master degree in Civil Engineering deals with planning, design and construction of structural works in specialized areas. Building Technology and Construction Management, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, etc are some of the specializations offered under civil engineering. By pursuing the course, the candidate gains detailed knowledge and technical skills in the selected area of specialization.

Advantages or Benefits of Master of Technology in Civil Engineering

Apart from providing skills in design, manufacture and maintenance of, the course study helps the students to gain knowledge in associated areas also. These professionals also take part in site investigation, cost estimation, and in supervisory activities. After completing the course study, the candidate can continue their higher studies, in the field of research. Another striking benefit related to the course is that the candidate can reach in to a challenging job position in the long run.

Eligibility required for Master of Technology in Civil Engineering

B.Tech/B.E in Civil Engineering is the educational qualification required to undergo the course. The qualifying examination must be passed from any of the recognized Universities. Another eligibility requirement to pursue the course is to pass the GATE examination. In order to attend the examination the candidate should possess minimum 60% marks in the qualifying degree. Non-GATE candidates should pass the entrance exam carried out by the institution or University that offers the course. Entrance test for M.Tech in Civil Engineering are offered by certain universities also.

Application Procedure of Master of Technology in Civil Engineering

The details of admission can be collected through the official portal of the University that offers M.Tech in Civil Engineering. The candidate can apply through the website itself. They must furnish details such as GATE score or other equivalent score in the application. The applications submitted are screened for further short listing. From the pool of shortlisted candidates, eligible ones are selected through interview.

Colleges offering Master of Technology in Civil Engineering

• Al-Falah School of Engineering & Technology
• Babu Banarasi Das University (BBDU)
• Cochin University of Science & Technology
• Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering
• Birsa Institute of Technology
• D.A.V Institute of Engineering & Technology
• Government Engineering College
• Indian Institute of Technology - IIT Madras
• Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology
• Indo Global College of Engineering
• Indian Institute of Technology - IIT Varanasi
• Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology
• Indian Institute of Knowledge Management
• Institute of Technology, Gujarat
• Jagan Nath University, Rajasthan
• Jawaharlal Nehru Technolological University
• Jodhpur National University
• K.S.R.M College of Engineering
• KIIT School of Civil Engineering
• Lingaya’s University
• M.B.M Engineering College
• Madan Mohan Malaviya Engineering College
• Madhav Institute of Technology & Science
• Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Haryana
• Manav Bharati University, Himachal Pradesh
• Medak College of Engineering & Technology
• Mugneeram Bangur Memorial Engineering College
• Mukesh Patel School of Technology, Management and Engineering
• National Institute of Technology - NIT Agartala
• Ramgarhia College of Engineering & Information Technology
• Shri Guru Gobind Singhji College of Engineering & Technology
• Siddagainga Institute of Technology
• Sri Sunflower College of Engineering & Technology
• National Institute of Technology - NIT Patna
• National Institute of Technology - NIT Srinagar
• Symbiosis Institute of Technology
• Tripura Engineering College
• University of Kerala
• Venus College of Engineering
• Yagyavalkya Institute of Technology (YIT)

Course Curriculum of Master of Technology in Civil Engineering

Semester-I

• Analysis and Design of Plates & Shells
• Material Technology
• Advanced Structural Analysis
• Professional Elective-I, II
• Computational Laboratory
• Structural Engineering Laboratory
• Seminar and Technical Writing-I

Semester-II

• Structural Dynamics & Earthquake Engineering
• Stability of Structures
• Professional Elective- III, IV, V
• Structural Engineering Design
• Computational Laboratory-II
• Seminar and Technical Writing-II

Semester-III

• Seminar & Technical Writing - III
• Summer Research/Industrial Project
• Research Project Work – I
• Research Project Review – I

Semester-IV

• Seminar & Technical Writing – IV
• Comprehensive Viva Voce
• Research Project Work – II
• Research Project Review – II
• Dissertation

Reference Books on Master of Technology in Civil Engineering

• Concrete Technology by A.M. Neville, J.J. Brooks
• Mechanical behavior of engineering materials by A J Martin
• Strength of materials- Part II by S P Timoshenko
• Concrete technology- Theory & Practice by M. S. Shetty
• Introduction to Optimum Design by J.S. Arora
• Optimization for Engineering Design: Algorithms & Examples by K. Deb
• Supplementary Reading:
• Engineering Optimization: Theory & Practice by S.S Rao
• Multi-Objective Optimization Using Evolutionary Algorithms by K. Deb
• Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis by R. D. Cook
• Finite Element Method by O. C Zienkiewicz and R. L. Taylor
• Finite element methods by C.S. Krishnamoorty
• Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering by T. R. Chandupatla & A. D. Belegundu
• An introduction to Linear Finite Element Method by J. N. Reddy
• Dynamics of structures by R. W. Clough and J Penzien
• Dynamics of Structures:  Theory and Applications to Earthquake
• Engineering by A K Chropra
• Structural Dynamics - Theory and Computation by M. Paz
• Elements of Vibration Analysis by L. Meirovitch
• Theory of Elastic Stability by S.P. Timoshenko and J. M. Gere
• Stability of Structures by A. Kumar
• The stability of frames by M.R.Horns and W.Merchang
• Elastic Instability by M.Gregory
• Buckling strength of Metal structures by F.Bleich,
• Structural members and frames by T.V Galambos

Job and Career after Master of Technology in Civil Engineering

Construction industry acts as the main employers of civil engineers. There candidates can aid government in road building projects, in construction work, etc. Apart from designing and constructing new buildings, these professionals often get involved in the maintenance and repairing of existing structures. Public sector departments, organizations like BHEL, BEL, BEML, etc are also in need of these professionals. Education field is another prosperous area for master degree holders in civil engineering. They can work in research based firms also. The common job profiles for civil engineers are mentioned below.

• Construction Plant Engineer
• Senior Civil Engineer
• Construction Project Engineers
• Senior Civil Technician
• Project Coordinator / Project Engineer
• Site Engineer
• Planning Engineer
• Faculty in Engineering College

Remuneration after Master of Technology in Civil Engineering

The salary packages provided for M.Tech holders in Civil Engineering are highly lucrative. Reputed firms offer salary in the range of Rs. 5-6 lakhs per annum. The salary offered in academic sector is also quite good. The compensation offered depends on the industry or the government department where the aspirant works.