M.Tech Geotechnical Engineering
India’s infrastructure boom demands civil engineers with advanced skills in soil and rock mechanics, foundation systems, and earthquake-resistant design. GITAM’s M.Tech in Geotechnical Engineering is designed for future-ready professionals who want to lead in smart city development, transport infrastructure, energy, and urban planning.
This programme offers deep technical knowledge, real-world application, and entrepreneurial thinking. It is ideal for students who want to work on tunnels, metro projects, dams, offshore structures, and urban foundations.
Key Highlights
Core Subjects
Soil Mechanics, Foundation Engineering, Rock Engineering, Ground Improvement, Slope Stability, Earthquake Engineering, Soil-Structure Interaction
Software Training
PLAXIS, Rocscience, GeoStudio, NISA, ArcGIS
Faculty Expertise
PhD-qualified professors from IITs and top research institutions
Research in soil dynamics, slope failure, and smart geotech solutions
Field-based learning and simulation training
Infrastructure
Dedicated soil mechanics and rock mechanics labs
Geotechnical modelling and testing equipment
Harvard-style classrooms with digital tools
Industry Connect
MoUs with the Central Building Research Institute and private geotech firms
Site visits to metro and tunnelling projects
Capstone projects in collaboration with industry
Entrepreneurship
Venture Development Centre courses included
Encouragement for product and process innovation in geotech
Eligibility
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate or 5.0 CGPA. GAT, GATE, PGECET, or CUET-PG qualification is required.
Syllabus
Career Options
Geotechnical engineers are essential in projects involving tunnelling, metro rail, smart city infrastructure, ports, mining, and seismic risk zones. This programme opens doors to roles in government projects, private consulting, research, and teaching.
Popular Roles:
- Geotechnical Engineer
- Foundation Consultant
- Tunnel Design Engineer
- Seismic Risk Analyst
- Site Investigation Expert
- Civil Engineering Lecturer
Star Recruiters
School Leadership
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
M.Tech Geotechnical Engineering
1st Year
₹1,21,800
2nd Year
₹1,27,800
Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships
The scholarship from GAT/National/State Entrance Tests applies only in the first year. To continue receiving it in subsequent years, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 must be maintained.
Apart from the above, the following scholarships are also offered to eligible students.
- Employee Children Scholarships: (60%, 40%, and 20%)
- Loyalty Scholarships: (10% for Any alumni returning to do higher studies/Children of Alumni/Real siblings (Not applicable to step siblings or cousins)/Children of retired employees of GITAM/Spouse of GITAM employees).
- Sports Scholarships: (100%, 75%, 50%, 25% and 15%)
Need-Based Scholarships
- To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be less than 8.00 LPA.
- The candidates admitted through merit scholarship in the slabs of 75%, 60%, 40%, 25%,and 15%, and the parents/guardians combined income is less than the prescribed limits are eligible for the additional need-based scholarship.
| Scholarship % | Upgraded Scholarship % |
|---|---|
| 75% | 100% |
| 60% | 75% |
| 40% | 60% |
| 25% | 40% |
| 15% | 25% |
Scholarships For Accommodation
- In addition, students awarded need-based scholarships after merit scholarships will receive an additional 20% scholarship specifically allocated for hostel fees at GITAM for slabs: 15%, 25%, 40%, and 60%.
- Students awarded 75% & 100% scholarships are also awarded the same percentage in the hostel and food charges.
| Year | Scholarship % | GAT 2025 Score | GATE 2025 Respective Test Score * | AP / TS PGECET | CUET (PG) 2025 Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 100 | 141 - 200 | 900 – 1000 | 1-10 | >=285 |
| 75 | 131 - 140 | 800 - 899 | 11 - 25 | 275 - 284 | |
| 60 | 121 - 130 | 700 - 799 | 26 - 100 | 250 - 274 | |
| 40 | 111 - 120 | 600 - 699 | 101- 200 | 225 - 249 | |
| 25 | 101 - 110 | 500 - 599 | 201 - 300 | 200 - 224 | |
| 15 | 86 - 100 | 400 - 499 | 301 - 500 | 180 - 199 |
Note: Terms & Conditions Applied
*To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must qualify in GATE 2025
