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Duration24 Months
Full -Time Residential Programme| 4 Semesters, each 16 weeks
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EligibilityB.E./B.Tech
with minimum 60% marks in 10th, 12th & Graduation
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FormatOn Campus
NAMTECH, IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat
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Application Opens24th November 2025
Application Deadline
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Start Date3rd August 2026
Batch Starting
Automotive Centre of Excellence
NAMTECH's Automotive Centre of Excellence (CoE) serves as a hub for innovation, research and skill development in Automotive Technology including IC Engines, Electric Vehicles and Hydrogen & Fuel Cell powered vehicles. It focuses on advancing areas such as Electric Mobility, Alternate Fuels, Emission Control, Smart Manufacturing, ACES, ADAS, SDVs, Sustainable Materials and management subjects to bridge the gap between academia and industry, driving cutting-edge solutions for the evolving automotive ecosystem.
The Automotive CoE at NAMTECH offers 2-Years Master Programme in Automotive Engineering and Management, designed to create industry-ready professionals & entrepreneurs.
About the Programme
The Master in Automotive Technology and Management is a two-year residential programme, designed to cultivate industry-ready professionals who can make an immediate impact in Automotive Engineering, Technology and Management domains. The curriculum for this programme is being developed with the support of CAAR (Centre for Advanced Automotive Research) at IIT Madras and leading automotive industry experts. The laboratories are being built in collaboration with ARAI (The Automotive Research Association of India) at Pune. NAMTECH is also building up an experience centre and mini factory to provide hands-on experience in battery manufacturing and vehicle manufacturing. The students will have immersion programmes in various automotive test agencies, as well as 2-wheeler and 4-wheeler manufacturing companies and their vendors. NAMTECH has signed MoU with Gravton Motors, Hyderabad, for the student immersion.
With a strong focus on industry collaboration, emerging technologies and experiential learning, the programme equips students and professionals for leadership roles in Automotive Design and Manufacturing. Students also have the opportunity to participate in global competitions such as WorldSkills and BAJA SAEINDIA enhancing their foresight, expertise and real-world problem-solving abilities in Automotive domains.
Why Master in Automotive Technology and Management?
With more than 350 million vehicles on Indian roads and over 25 million vehicles manufactured every year, pursuing a Master in Automotive Technology and Management equips students with the knowledge and skills to become industry-ready and employable in techno- managerial positions across the automotive and allied industries, or to become entrepreneurs. It is a career accelerator that prepares you for global leadership in Automotive Technology.
Future-Ready MET
programmes
Where manufacturing meets engineering - powered by AI, IoT, automation, robotics and sustainability for next-gen careers.
National Immersion
Initiative
NAMTECH students will have the opportunities for immersion in various automotive test agencies and 2 & 4-wheeler manufacturing companies and their vendors.
Guaranteed Career
Success
100% placement for the foundation batch with top recruiters like 2, 3 & 4- wheeler sOEMs and component manufacturers.
MIT Yo-Yo Experience & New Product Development
(NPD) and Hands-on learning with MIT’s 2.008N Design & Manufacturing, building strong foundations.
Smart Mini Factories
Students will get a chance to work in mini factories for BIW & Vehicle Assembly and also Battery Assembly to make a lasting impact.
Industry Co-Designed Curriculum
programmes built and delivered with academia & industry leaders to enhance the employability and entrepreneurship.
Learn from Automotive Experts
Faculty includes professors from IITs and senior professionals from the automotive and allied industries.
Power of Partnerships
Collaborations with global universities and industry giants like CAAR group at IIT Madras, and leading 2, 3, 4-wheeler manufacturing companies and components manufacturers.
Scholarships and Financial Support
Merit-based scholarships and flexible loan options from HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank & HDFC Credila to ensure financial accessibility.
Programme Overview
The curriculum is systematically structured over four semesters, begins with a strong foundation in Semester 1 and progresses to advanced concepts in Semesters 2 and 3.
Upon completion of the first year, students will undergo a summer internship. The program culminates in a hands-on Capstone Project in industry during Semester 4. Throughout the programme, meta-skills are intentionally taught and integrated to support holistic academic and professional growth.
- Automotive Engineering Systems
- New Product Development
- Design for Manufacturing (2.008N)
- Engines, Alternate Fuels & Emission
- Automotive Materials & Manufacturing
- Essentials of Smart Manufacturing & Finance Management
- Professional Skills – 1
- Automotive System Design
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicles
- Automotive Testing and Certification
- Professional Skills – 2
- Green Supply Chain, Logistics and BlockChain
- Project Management and PLM
- Operational Excellence and Smart Management
- Summer Internship (8 weeks) – May to Jul
- Smart Manufacturing & Rapid Prototyping (3D Printing)
- Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH) & Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC)
- Software Defined Vehicle (including ADAS, Autonomous Vehicle & Cybersecurity)
- Automotive Safety & Lighting
- Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability
- Capstone Project
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Industry-Readiness
Hands-on training in Experience Centre & Mini Factories and MIT’s 2.008N Yo-Yo Class ensures industry readiness in Automotive sector.
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Exponential Career Growth & Placement
Students completing this PG programme will witness exponential career growth and secure top managerial roles with leading 2, 3, 4-wheeler manufacturing companies and components manufacturers.
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Leadership in Industry
Industry collaborations, flipped classrooms and emerging tech exposure prepare students for leadership roles in Automotive Engineering and Management.
1. Candidate with B.E./B.Tech. with minimum 60% marks in 12th, 10th and graduation or equivalent CGPA from a recognized Indian university or institute. (No active backlog)
2. A score in CAT/ XAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE is preferred.
3. Open school students are not eligible.
Eligible Engineering Branches:
| Components | First Year – AY 26-27 (Cost in INR) |
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| Tuition* | 5,00,000 |
| Residence | 1,60,000 |
One-time Payments
- Admissions/ Seat Blocking Fee of INR 1,00,000 at the time of Offer Confirmation Fee payment. The amount shall be adjusted against refundable security deposit (Rs. 25000/-) and the payable tuition fee instalment.
- Security Deposit (refundable) of INR 25,000 included in Seat Blocking fees at the time of Offer Confirmation Fee payment. The Security Deposit will be refunded at the time of graduation from NAMTECH, or it will be adjusted against the outstanding dues in respect of the student or at the time of withdrawal of admission from the programme
Scholarships
Scholarship of up to 100% on tuition fees are awarded based on academic performance, interview, and family income. Please note that seats are limited, and the final decision rests with the admissions & scholarships committee.
- Open for Indian students only
- Loan amount of up to INR 20 Lakhs for higher studies to cover all educational expenses like tuition fees, hostel and living expensest
- 100% income tax benefit for interest paid under Section 80E of IT Act
- Tuition Fee covered upto 100%
- Hostel Fee covered upto 100%
- Loan Amount upto 100% of cost of education
- Maximum 15 years option available
- Processing FEE 1% + gst
- Rate of Interest to student 11% onwards
- Loan Disbursement To the University (as mentioned on the admission letter)
- Tax benefit on interest paid under Sec-80(E)
- Collateral-free loan option available
- No prepayment/foreclosure charges
- Collateral-free loan option available
- Tax benefit on interest paid under Sec-80(E)
- Rate of Interest Secured loans at 10% Unsecured loans at 10.50% (floating interest rate linked to REPO rate)
- Loan Amount 95% of the total cost; 100% funding option available.
- Processing Fees Applicable as per Axis Bank’s norms 6 Repayment Type
- Simple Interest during moratorium period option available 7 Moratorium Period* Course Period + 6months (optional) 8 Repayment Tenure*
- Maximum 15 years option available
- Loan Disbursement To the University (as mentioned on the admission letter)
- Insurance Max Life Insurance
Students Learning Journey
Empowering Careers with Global Opportunities
Our students are recruited by the best companies in the world.
Your Launchpad to An International Opportunity
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Exclusive 1+1 Pathway Program: Seamless Progression from NAMTECH’s iPMP in Smart Manufacturing to PNW’s Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
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Learn from Expert Faculty with
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Frequently Asked Questions
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1 Who should enrol in the Master in Automotive Technology and Management?
2 Is this Programme suitable for working professionals?
3 Can this Programme help me move into automotive roles from other engineering fields?
4 What practical skills will I gain from this Programme?
5 How quickly can I apply the skills learned to my current or future job?
6 Does the Programme include hands-on learning opportunities?
7 How does the Programme incorporate emerging technologies?
8 How does the Programme prepare me for industry demands?
9 What career opportunities can I expect after completing the Master?
10 Will this Programme make me job-ready for India’s automotive goals?
Yes. The curriculum is aligned with global automotive industry trends, helping you build the skills needed to thrive in the evolving automotive ecosystem.
Upstream
- Mining
- Steel
- Metals (primary and fabricated)
- Fuel
- Plastics, rubber, glass
- Electronics
- Software
Core automotive
- Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)
- Passenger Vehicles
- Commercial Vehicles
- Two-wheelers
- Three-wheelers
- Component manufacturers
Downstream
- Finance and insurance
- After-market (Service, auto parts)
- Used car market
- Car hires and rentals
- Fuel supply
- Advertising
- Transportation
- Warehousing
11 How is the Programme’s industry focus maintained?
12 Is the Master in Automotive Technology and Management at NAMTECH similar to other Programmes in India?
13 What kind of mentorship and industry exposure does the Programme offer?
14 Are there global learning opportunities available?
15 What support is available for financing the Programme?
