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B.Tech Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering

4 Years UG ₹5–20 LPA Avg. Salary: ₹6–12 LPA

About B.Tech Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering

B.Tech Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering is a four-year undergraduate engineering program that focuses on the design, development, testing, manufacturing, and maintenance of aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, missiles, and advanced aerospace systems. The course combines principles of mathematics, physics, mechanical engineering, electronics, and computer science to prepare students for careers in the rapidly growing aviation and space industries. The curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in aerodynamics, aircraft structures, propulsion systems, flight mechanics, avionics, aerospace materials, space technology, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Students also gain exposure to emerging technologies such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, additive manufacturing (3D printing), satellite engineering, and space exploration. Through laboratory sessions, wind tunnel testing, aircraft design projects, simulation software, industrial training, and internships, students develop the technical expertise and problem-solving skills required to design and maintain modern aerospace systems. Graduates can pursue rewarding careers in aviation, defense, research organizations, space agencies, aircraft manufacturing companies, and aerospace startups.

Eligibility Criteria

Must have passed 10+2 with PCM or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
A minimum aggregate of 45%–60% marks in the qualifying examination is generally required.
Admission is offered through JEE Main, state-level engineering entrance examinations, university entrance tests, or merit-based selection, depending on the institution.

Syllabus Overview

Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Physics
Engineering Chemistry
Programming for Problem Solving
Engineering Graphics and Design
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Engineering Mechanics
Strength of Materials
Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Aerodynamics
Aircraft Structures
Aircraft Materials
Manufacturing Processes
Engineering Drawing using CAD
Flight Mechanics
Aircraft Propulsion
Avionics Systems
Aircraft Design
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Aerospace Structures
Control Systems
Aircraft Stability and Control
Spacecraft Technology
Rocket Propulsion
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
Satellite Systems
Aerospace Manufacturing
Artificial Intelligence in Aerospace
Professional Electives
Open Electives

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