The M.Tech (Automotive Electronic Engineering) at Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE), Mysore, is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme offered under JSS Science and Technology University (JSSSTU), Mysuru. Delivered through the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, the programme covers automotive embedded systems, CAN/LIN protocols, AUTOSAR, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), automotive sensors, power electronics for EVs, and vehicle diagnostics, preparing graduates for careers as automotive embedded engineer, ADAS engineer, and EV systems engineer in automotive and defence electronics companies. SJCE holds NAAC ’A++’ accreditation and ranks 348 in Collegedunia’s 2026 B.Tech rankings.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the M.Tech Automotive Electronics 2026-27 batch at SJCE are through GATE 2026 or K-PGCET 2026 (Karnataka PGCET) via KEA for government-quota seats, and through management quota directly at sjce.ac.in.
Key Points
- Two-year M.Tech in Automotive Electronic Engineering at an NAAC ’A++’ JSSSTU constituent college.
- Admission via GATE score or K-PGCET (Karnataka PGCET) through KEA counselling.
- 50 percent of seats filled through K-PGCET; remaining through management quota.
- Ranks 348 in Collegedunia’s 2026 B.Tech rankings; NIRF Engineering 2024: 201-300 band.
SJCE Mysore M.Tech Automotive Electronics Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Programme Fee (total, 2 years) | INR 1,31,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Charges Separate) | INR 1,31,000 |
- Total fee covers the complete two-year M.Tech programme.
- Hostel charges payable separately; confirm rates at sjce.ac.in.
- Confirm the current fee structure at sjce.ac.in before applying.
SJCE Mysore M.Tech Automotive Electronics Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Result | Mar 19, 2026 (declared) |
| K-PGCET 2026 Registration | Mar 23 to Apr 8, 2026 (closed) |
| K-PGCET 2026 (M.Tech/ME) Exam | May 23, 2026 |
| K-PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 (tentative) |
| KEA K-PGCET Counselling | July to August 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| SJCE M.Tech Admission / Reporting | As per KEA schedule; check sjce.ac.in |
- GATE / K-PGCET government quota: register at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Management-quota direct admission: sjce.ac.in.
- Confirm seat availability and current fee at sjce.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering (or an allied discipline recognised by JSSSTU) with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks. A valid GATE score or K-PGCET rank is required for government-quota seats.
- For management-quota seats, a graduation degree with 50 percent marks is sufficient. Apply directly through JSSSTU at sjce.ac.in.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Appear for GATE 2026 (result declared Mar 19, 2026) or register for K-PGCET 2026 at kea.kar.nic.in (exam: May 23, 2026).
- Step 2: Check K-PGCET result (July 8, 2026) and register for KEA centralised counselling.
- Step 3: Select SJCE and your M.Tech specialisation during choice-filling at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Step 4: Accept seat allotment and download the provisional allotment letter.
- Step 5: Report to SJCE with BE/B.Tech mark sheets, GATE scorecard or K-PGCET rank card, transfer certificate, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Step 6: Pay the programme fee and complete admission formalities at sjce.ac.in.
✓ Opt for this if
- GATE or K-PGCET qualified engineers seeking affordable M.Tech at NAAC A++ college
- Students targeting specialised PG in niche engineering domains in Karnataka
- Candidates aiming for academia, research, or PSU roles needing M.Tech credential
- Those preferring Mysuru location with access to industry and academic ecosystem
✗ Skip if
- High GATE scorers eligible for IIT or NIT M.Tech with stipend and better brand
- Students expecting strong corporate R&D or product-company placement outcomes
- Those seeking M.Tech in a discipline not offered at SJCE
- Candidates prioritising pan-India or international mobility post M.Tech
SJCE Mysore M.Tech Automotive Electronics Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST candidates; ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 20,000/year | Merit students, family income below INR 8,00,000/year; scholarships.gov.in |
| JSSSTU Merit Scholarship | Variable by merit rank | Top-rank students admitted to JSSSTU constituent colleges; check sjce.ac.in |
| Karnataka OBC/BC Scholarship | Variable by category | Karnataka domicile OBC/BC candidates; scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka state scholarships: apply via NSP at scholarships.gov.in.
- Fee reimbursement: apply at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in after admission.
- Confirm current scholarship availability at sjce.ac.in.
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