Apply for Master of Technology in Semiconductor and VLSI Design

Overview

This programme will address the design and verification stages of the state-of-the-art integrated circuit life cycle. Programme will focus on VLSI design techniques and fabrication technology based on industry-standard electronics design automation tools.


Eligibility and Admissions Criteria

Prospective students should have successfully completed any one of the following programmes:

Bachelor of Engineering (BE) / Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in CSE / CS / EE / EC / IC / ICT / IT or equivalent from a recognised university;

OR

Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science / Electronics / Physics;

OR

Bachelor of Science (Honours), 4-year duration, with a major in CS / IT / Electronics / Physics;

The aggregate marks in the qualifying degree should be minimum 60% or an equivalent cumulative grade point average (CGPA). Candidates appearing for the final semester/ final year may also apply.


Admissions Procedure

Admissions to the MTech in Semiconductor and VLSI Design can be taken via three alternate routes:

Category-A: For graduates from (a) a CFTI (Centrally Funded Technical Institution) under the Ministry of Education of the Govt. of India, viz., IITs, NITs, IISc, IIITs, and IISERs, and others) OR (b) Central University, OR (c) Ahmedabad University. The GATE score is not required. Admission will be on the basis of an Interview.

OR

Category-B: For graduates with a valid GATE score in any one of the GATE subjects of Computer Science and Information Technology / Electronics and Communication / Electrical / Instrumentation / Physics. Admission will be on the basis of an Interview.

OR

Category-C: For graduates from institutions/universities other than CFTIs (of Category A above) who do not have a valid GATE score, admission will be on the basis of a Written Test followed by an Interview. The written test will be conducted on campus by the School of Engineering and Applied Science. The written test will be of 2 hour duration, consisting of multiple choice and short questions. Successful candidates will be required to appear in an Interview after which the admission decision will be made.


Important Dates

Application timeline for GATE qualified candidates

Particulars Round 1 Round 2
Application Process Begins September 1, 2023
Cut-off Date for Applying   March 31, 2024 May 15, 2024
Notification of Call for Interview April 3, 2024 May 21, 2024
Interview at Ahmedabad University (In person)  April 19, 2024 June 4, 2024
Notification to Admitted Candidates April 26, 2024 June 11, 2024
Commencement of Academic Session July/ August 2024

Application timeline for Industry sponsored/experienced candidates without GATE score

Particulars  
Application Process Begins September 1, 2023
Interviews start at Ahmedabad University (In person)  January 1, 2024
Notification to Admitted Candidates Within 10 days of interview
Commencement of Academic Session July/ August 2024


Programme Inquiry

Office of Graduate Admission
Amrut Mody School of Management, Central Campus
Ahmedabad University, Navrangpura
Ahmedabad – 380009

Phone: +91.79.61911302, +91.72269595911
Email: [email protected]

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About School of Engineering and Applied Science

The School of Engineering and Applied Science offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programmes. The School emphasises project-based learning and a student-centric pedagogy. This approach is aimed at creating an aptitude for design, innovation, and finding solutions for complex problems.

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