Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The M.Tech in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering (FMP) at CTAE, Udaipur is a 2-year (4-semester) full-time residential postgraduate programme offered by the Department of Agricultural Engineering under Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology (MPUAT). The programme focuses on design, development, and testing of farm machinery, tractor systems, power transmission, ergonomics, and precision agriculture equipment. With an intake of 6 seats, the programme is highly specialised and caters to graduates from Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering backgrounds. The total annual fee for general category students is approximately Rs. 28,750, making it one of the more affordable M.Tech programmes in the agricultural engineering domain. Admission is primarily based on a valid GATE score.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are yet to begin. Based on the 2025-26 schedule, applications are typically invited in June-July, with counselling held in August. Candidates are advised to monitor the official CTAE website (ctae.ac.in) for the upcoming admission notification. For the 2025-26 session, the last date for application submission was 21 July 2025, and counselling was held on 11 August 2025.

Key Points

Offered by the Department of Agricultural Engineering, one of the founding departments of CTAE established in 1964.
The programme has a strong focus on practical training with well-equipped farm machinery workshops and laboratories.
Admission is primarily GATE-based; non-GATE candidates may be considered if GATE-qualified candidates are unavailable, as per university rules.
GATE-qualified candidates admitted to the M.Tech programme may be eligible for AICTE assistantship.
The programme is fully residential; hostel accommodation is available on campus.

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CTAE M.Tech (FMP) Fees

The M.Tech (Farm Machinery and Power Engineering) programme at CTAE falls under the "Agriculture Engineering and Mining Engineering" category for fee purposes, which has a lower fee structure compared to other disciplines. General category (Others) students pay a tuition fee of Rs. 7,500 per odd semester, while TFWS/SC/ST/Female candidates pay no tuition fee. The total annual fee for a general category student is approximately Rs. 28,750. Hostel accommodation is available separately at approximately Rs. 25,050 per annum (excluding food charges).

Fee Structure

Fee Component	TFWS / SC/ST / Female (Rs.)	General / Others (Rs.)
Caution Money (One-time, Refundable)	7,500	7,500
Prospectus Fee (One-time)	1,500	1,500
Enrollment & Eligibility Fee (One-time)	750	750
One-time Fees Total	9,750	9,750
Tuition Fee (per odd semester)	0	7,500
Development Fee (per odd semester)	7,500	7,500
Registration Fee (per odd semester)	400	400
CLSU/CSU Membership (per odd semester)	600	600
Group Insurance (per odd semester)	150	150
NSO/YOGA/SCOUT (per semester)	250	250
Odd Semester Fees Total	8,900	16,400
Examination Fee (per year, both semesters)	2,600	2,600
Total Annual Fees (One-time + Odd Sem + Exam)	21,250	28,750
Hostel Fee per Annum (excluding food, optional)	25,050	25,050

Caution Money of Rs. 7,500 is refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
Mess advance of Rs. 5,500 (refundable) is payable separately at the time of hostel admission.
Hostel admission fee of Rs. 300 is a one-time non-refundable charge.
Industry-sponsored candidates are required to pay 1.25 times the normal fees.
Fees are subject to revision as per Government of Rajasthan orders.
Application fee of Rs. 1,000 is non-refundable and payable separately at the time of application.

CTAE M.Tech (FMP) Admission 2026

Admissions to the M.Tech (Farm Machinery and Power Engineering) programme at CTAE are conducted annually by the college. The process is merit-based, primarily on valid GATE scores. Applications are submitted in hard copy to the Dean's office, and shortlisted candidates are called for counselling. For the 2026-27 session, the admission notification is expected to be released around June 2026, based on the previous year's schedule.

Admission Dates (Based on 2025-26 Schedule; 2026-27 dates to be announced)

Event	Date (2025-26)
Release of Admission Notification	19 June 2025
Last Date for Submission of Application (Hard Copy)	21 July 2025 (5:00 PM)
Display of Provisional Eligibility List on Website	28 July 2025
Counselling for M.Tech (All Disciplines)	11 August 2025 (10:30 AM)
Display of Provisionally Admitted/Waitlisted Candidates	12 August 2025 (5:00 PM)
Last Date for Registration and Payment of Fees	18 August 2025 (5:00 PM)
Display of Seat Vacancies for Waiting List	20 August 2025
Counselling for Waitlisted Candidates	23 August 2025
Last Date for Registration and Fee Payment (Waitlist)	25 August 2025
Last Date for Submission of Mark Sheet/PDC	15 September 2025

GATE 2026 Exam Dates (Primary Qualifying Exam)

Event	Date
GATE 2026 Registration Opens	28 August 2025
GATE 2026 Registration Closes	13 October 2025
GATE 2026 Admit Card Release	13 January 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	7, 8, 14, 15 February 2026
GATE 2026 Answer Key Release	19 February 2026
GATE 2026 Result Declaration	19 March 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech. degree in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognised university.
Minimum 60% marks (or OGPA of 6.00/10.00) in the qualifying degree; 5% relaxation for SC/ST/BC (OBC)/MBC/EWS candidates.
A valid GATE score is required for merit-based admission; non-GATE candidates may be considered subject to availability of seats as per university rules.

Admission Process

Download the application form from the official CTAE or MPUAT website.
Fill and submit the hard copy of the application form along with a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 1,000 and all self-attested documents to the Dean's office before the last date.
Candidates may indicate up to 4 specialisation preferences (for Agricultural Engineering discipline) on the application form.
Shortlisted candidates are called for counselling based on GATE score merit.
Selected candidates must complete registration and pay fees within the stipulated deadline.
In-service/sponsored candidates must forward their application through their employer and produce a relieving letter at the time of joining.

CTAE M.Tech (FMP) Scholarships 2026

CTAE offers fee concessions and scholarship opportunities for eligible M.Tech students. GATE-qualified candidates admitted to the programme may be eligible for AICTE-sponsored assistantship, which provides a monthly stipend. Additionally, the Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) is available for eligible candidates, under which tuition fees are fully waived.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Scheme	Amount / Benefit	Eligibility
AICTE GATE Assistantship	Rs. 12,400/month (as per AICTE norms)	Valid GATE score at the time of admission
Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS)	Full tuition fee waiver	As per AICTE/state norms for eligible categories
SC/ST/BC/MBC/EWS Fee Relaxation	5% relaxation in eligibility marks	Candidates belonging to reserved categories with valid certificate

AICTE assistantship is subject to AICTE guidelines and availability; candidates must verify current rates from the AICTE website.
TFWS seats are limited and allotted as per AICTE norms.
State government scholarships (e.g., Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST) may also be applicable; candidates should check with the Rajasthan Social Justice and Empowerment Department.

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CTAE M.Tech (FMP) FAQs

Ques. Is GATE mandatory for M.Tech (Farm Machinery and Power Engineering) admission at CTAE Udaipur?

Ans. GATE score is the primary criterion for admission. However, if sufficient GATE-qualified candidates are not available, non-GATE candidates may be considered as per university rules. It is strongly advisable to have a valid GATE score to improve your chances of selection.

Ques. What is the seat intake for M.Tech (Farm Machinery and Power Engineering) at CTAE?

Ans. The sanctioned intake for M.Tech (FMP) at CTAE is 6 seats, which includes seats under various reservation categories as per Rajasthan State Government rules.

Ques. What GATE paper should I appear for M.Tech (Farm Machinery and Power Engineering) at CTAE?

Ans. Candidates should appear for the GATE paper in Agricultural Engineering (AG) to be eligible for M.Tech (FMP) admission at CTAE.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for M.Tech students at CTAE?

Ans. Yes, CTAE provides on-campus hostel accommodation. The hostel fee is approximately Rs. 25,050 per annum (excluding food charges), with a refundable mess advance of Rs. 5,500 and a one-time hostel admission fee of Rs. 300.

Ques. What is the difference in fee for Agricultural Engineering and other disciplines at CTAE?

Ans. The M.Tech programmes in Agricultural Engineering (including Farm Machinery and Power Engineering) have a lower fee structure. General category students pay a tuition fee of Rs. 7,500 per odd semester, compared to Rs. 24,500 for other disciplines like CSE or Electrical Engineering.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after M.Tech (Farm Machinery and Power Engineering) from CTAE?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in agricultural machinery manufacturing companies, government agricultural departments, ICAR research institutes, and state agricultural universities. Roles include design engineer, R&D engineer, farm machinery specialist, and agricultural equipment consultant. The degree also qualifies graduates for PhD programmes and government technical services in agriculture.