VelTech University B.Tech Mechatronics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Mechatronics at Vel Tech is offered as a specialization under B.Tech Mechanical Engineering, not as a standalone programme. Students are admitted to B.Tech Mechanical Engineering and choose Mechatronics as their specialization track. The degree awarded is B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with a Mechatronics specialization. This is an important distinction to keep in mind when comparing it with institutions that offer a dedicated B.Tech Mechatronics programme.

Ans. The three phases correspond to different admission rounds, each with a different tuition fee. Phase I has the lowest tuition fee of Rs. 2,90,000 per year, Phase II is Rs. 3,10,000 per year, and Phase III is Rs. 3,60,000 per year. Scholarships are applied on the respective phase's tuition fee. Students who qualify in Phase I and secure admission early benefit from both the lower fee and higher scholarship amounts. The total programme fee (including academic & career advancement fee and exam fee) for Phase I works out to Rs. 3,10,000 per year.

Ans. As per Vel Tech's institutional policy, outstation students are required to stay in the institution's hostel for all four years of the programme. The hostel offers a range of room types from standard sharing rooms (starting at Rs. 1,08,000 per year for boarding and lodging) to AC single rooms (Rs. 1,65,000 per year). Students from Chennai or nearby areas may be exempt from this requirement. It is advisable to confirm this with the admissions office at the time of joining.

Ans. Graduates of B.Tech Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics) from Vel Tech can pursue careers in automation engineering, robotics, industrial systems design, product development, and smart manufacturing. Core recruiters at Vel Tech include companies like Amazon, Cognizant, HCL Tech, PwC, and Ashok Leyland, among 400+ recruiters. The 2025 batch recorded 1,697 placements with a highest CTC of 47 LPA. Students can also pursue higher studies in India or abroad, with Vel Tech offering international internship and dual degree opportunities with 500+ partner institutions across 56 countries.

Ans. Yes, Vel Tech accepts JEE Main scores for direct admission to B.Tech programmes, including Mechanical Engineering with Mechatronics specialization. Under the direct admission route, there is no separate entrance examination, and candidates can block their seat by paying Rs. 10,000. However, the Mahatma Gandhi National Merit Scholarship under the VTUEEE route is specifically linked to VTUEEE rank holders; JEE Main-based direct admissions may not be eligible for the VTUEEE rank-based scholarship, though MPC aggregate-based scholarships still apply.

Ans. Vel Tech offers students the option to pursue a Minor Degree alongside their main specialization. For Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics) students, Minor Degree options include Automation and Robotics and Additive Manufacturing from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, as well as cross-departmental options from ECE, EEE, and CSE departments. To earn a Minor Degree, students must complete an additional 18 credits in the chosen domain beyond the standard 165 credits required for the B.Tech degree. This option significantly enhances employability by giving students expertise in a second domain, which is particularly valuable in the interdisciplinary field of mechatronics.