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B.Tech in Renewable Energy Engineering

4 Years UG ₹1-4.5 LPA Avg. Salary: ₹4.5–7 LPA

About B.Tech in Renewable Energy Engineering

Renewable Energy Engineering is a specialised branch of engineering that focuses on the design, development, installation, operation, and maintenance of clean and sustainable energy systems. It combines the principles of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, energy science, and electronics to develop efficient renewable energy solutions such as solar, wind, hydro, biomass, geothermal, hydrogen, and energy storage systems. The four-year B.Tech. in Renewable Energy Engineering programme equips students with technical expertise in solar photovoltaic systems, wind energy technology, battery energy storage, smart grids, electric vehicles (EVs), energy management, power electronics, and sustainable energy policies. Students gain practical experience through laboratories, industrial training, internships, renewable energy projects, and research activities. With the global transition toward clean energy and India's ambitious renewable energy targets, renewable energy engineers are in high demand across power generation companies, energy consultancies, solar and wind energy firms, electric vehicle manufacturers, government organisations, research institutes, and multinational corporations. The course offers excellent career opportunities, competitive salary packages, and strong global employment prospects.

Eligibility Criteria

Must have passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board.
Physics, chemistry, and mathematics (PCM) are mandatory subjects.
A minimum aggregate score of 50%–60%.
Admission is based on national, state, or university-level entrance examinations, such as JEE Main, JEE Advanced, and CUET.
Some private universities also offer admission based on Class 12 merit.

Syllabus Overview

Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Physics
Engineering Chemistry
Engineering Mechanics
Engineering Graphics
C/Python
Electrical Circuits
Thermodynamics
Fluid Mechanics
Electrical Machines
Engineering Materials
Power Electronics
Environmental Science
Solar Energy Engineering
Wind Energy Systems
Hydropower Engineering
Biomass and Bioenergy
Energy Storage Technologies
Smart Grid Technology
Energy Audit and Management
Instrumentation and Control
Hydrogen Energy Systems
Electric Vehicle Technology
Sustainable Energy Systems
Energy Economics and Policy
Renewable Energy Project Management

Career Options

Renewable Energy Engineer · ₹5-8 LPASolar Design Engineer · ₹5-9 LPAWind Energy Engineer · ₹6-10 LPAPower Systems Engineer · ₹6-11 LPAElectric Vehicle (EV) Engineer · ₹7-14 LPA

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