M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Program Overview

The M.S. program is a research-oriented Master’s program focusing on independent research under faculty guidance with thesis requirement.

Expected Duration: 2-3 years Program Type: Research-based with thesis

Program Structure

Research Guide/Advisor

The research guide is assigned to each student based on research area and mutual preferences of the student and faculty. Students are expected to maintain regular meetings with their research guide throughout the program.

General Test Committee (GTC)

Each student's GTC consists of:

  • Head of Department (HoD) or HoD's nominee
  • Research Guide
  • One department faculty member
  • One faculty member from outside the department

Academic Requirements

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Coursework

  • ID 6020: Introduction to Research (Mandatory)
  • Five additional courses recommended by GTC
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Research

All students are expected to conduct high-quality research resulting in publications in reputed international journals.

Program Timeline

Requirement Expected Time Frame Reference Notes
0th GTC Meeting Start of programme MS-R.11 Can be conducted via email circulation (295th Senate Res. No 9/2022)
Mid-term Review Within 18 months MS-R.11 Scholar proposes and defends research plan. HTRA continuation requires GTC recommendation.
Open Seminar Within 27 months - Presentation of research progress
Thesis Submission Approval Within 3 months of open seminar MS-R.13 295th Senate Res. No 9/2022
M.S. Viva Voce Examination As scheduled MS-R.14 If recommended by reviewer(s)

Financial Support

Half-Time Research Assistantship (HTRA)

All HTRA recipients are expected to work as research or teaching assistants. The faculty in-charge must certify this each month for HTRA release.

Note: HTRA continues up to 30 months only upon GTC recommendation after the 18-month review.

Conference Travel Funding

  • Institute Support: Two national conferences per year + one international conference
  • Additional Sources:
    • IIT Madras Alumni Association
    • Department of Science and Technology (DST)
    • Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

Career Support

Placement Assistance

The Placement Office provides support in finding employment opportunities. M.S. students typically:

  • Participate in placement interviews coordinated by the Placement Office
  • Apply for positions outside the formal placement process
  • Pursue academic and research positions based on their specialization

Key Policies

  • All timelines are based on the 295th Senate Resolution No. 9/2022
  • Regular progress monitoring through GTC meetings
  • Emphasis on quality research publications
  • Comprehensive financial and career support

For detailed M.S. ordinances and specific requirements, please contact the Department Office.

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