Bachelor of Technology in Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace Engineering at GITAM is a distinctive programme designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of aerospace. This programme offers interdisciplinary courses to enhance multidisciplinary research, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the aerospace industry.
Eligibility
- A minimum of 60% aggregate marks in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Qualifying Exams: GAT (Engineering UG) 2024, JEE Main 2024, AP EAMCET/TS EAMCET 2024.
Scope of the Programme
The BTech Aerospace Engineering programme prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities in the aerospace sector, including design, analysis, manufacturing, and maintenance of aircraft and spacecraft. The curriculum is designed to address the dynamic needs of the aerospace industry, fostering innovation and technical expertise.
Key Highlights
Centre of Excellence & Infrastructure:
- Centre for Autonomous Systems
- Aerospace Design Lab
- Aerospace Practice Lab
- Harvard-Style Classroom
Special & In-house Designed Equipment:
- Low-Speed Wind Tunnel
- Combustion Test Equipment
- Supersonic Nozzle
- Axial Flow Compressor
Liberal Education Model:
- 24 Credits can be earned across different schools, including Business, Humanities, Sciences, and Architecture.
Industry & Academic Collaborations:
- Collaborations with Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and Skyroot Aerospace.
Venture Development Centre:
- Offers a mandatory 02-credit venture development course, encouraging students to develop innovative products and services with real business potential.
Syllabus
Standard Track offerings of courses
- Aerospace Design
- Avionics
- Aerospace General
Specialization Bundles of Courses offered
- Aerodynamics
- Propulsion
- Guidance and Control
- Aerospace Structures
Career Options
India’s aerospace industry is soaring to new heights, with major developments in defence, aviation, and space exploration.
The demand for skilled aerospace engineers is rapidly increasing as India aims to become a global leader in aerospace manufacturing and R&D.
This programme prepares students to contribute to the nation’s aerospace ambitions, with opportunities in both private and public sectors.
Graduates from this programme can pursue careers in various sectors such as:
- Aerospace Design and Development
- Avionics and Electronic Systems
- Aircraft and Spacecraft Maintenance
- Aerodynamics Research
- Propulsion Systems
- Aerospace Project Management
- Defence Research and Development
School Leadership
Notable Alumni
Dr . Rajendra Pamula
Professor, Department of CSE
Sri. Mallavarapu Surya Teja
I.A.S
Indrakanti Raghuma
Scientist F
K.Narendra
Vice President
Srinivas Iragavarapu
Sr. SDM, Amazon Code Whisperer
Rajanala Hari Hara Kumar
Software Developer
Eswara N V Geratayya
Director
Sunitha Chirla
Applications Technical Analyst
Rama Krishna Addanki
Senior Solution Architect
Viswa Teju Colluru
CEO and Founder
Kalyan Nallaparaju
Associate Director
Eswar Sunil Kumar
VP & Head of India Operations
Prashant Ganji
Senior Scientist - Downstream Process Development
Aravind kshatri
Senior Scientist
Dr. Sushmitha Sundar
Head (Life Sciences) RICH,
Rajesh Chitta
Senior Technology Manager
T.Srinivasan
Registrar
Dr K D D Srikanth
Adjunct faculty
Lakshmi Prasad
Deputy Manager
Nirmal Kumar
Manager
Gangadhar
Deputy Manager
Dr. Manideep Tummalapudi
Assistant Professor , Construction Management
M.Praveen Kumar
IES
KNV Siva Kumar
Assistant Vice President
Dhiraj Varma
Entrepreneur, Director - Technical & Operations
Mr. G Srinivasa Rao,
Vice President
Mr. B Raghu Kiran
IRS
Prof. G Sasibhushana
Professor
Mr. D Ashok
Senior Physical Design Engineer
Mr. Murali P
VP Engineering - VLSI
Ms. B V Srilekha
Analog Design Engineer
Dr. Edwin Vijay Kumar
AGM
Dr K V Srinivas
Scientist C
Narasimha Eswara Sarma Munukutla
SCADA Specialist/Principal Engineer
Dr K Narendra Swaroop
Senior Program Manager- Quality
A. Venkata Ramana
Director - Embedded Software
Shekhar Movva
Founder and CEO
Dr. Vidya kumari
Associate Professor
Mr. Anand Stanley
President
Smt. V. Shanti
Scientist-F
Prof. P.V.G.D. Prasad Reddy
Former Vice Chancellor
Mr. Partha Datta
Head, Engineering, Design
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
B.Tech. Aerospace Engineering
1st Year
₹2,70,000
2nd Year
₹2,83,500
3rd Year
₹2,97,600
4th Year
₹3,12,400
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
Scholarship Percentage
100%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=140
GATE Percentile >=95
AP / TS PGECET 2024 Rank >=1 <=10
CUET (PG) 2024 Score >=190
Scholarship Percentage
75%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=130 <=140
GATE Percentile >=90 <=95
AP / TS PGECET 2024 Rank >=11 <=25
CUET (PG) 2024 Score >=180 <=190
Scholarship Percentage
60%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=120 <=130
GATE Percentile >=85 <=90
AP / TS PGECET 2024 Rank >=26 <=100
CUET (PG) 2024 Score >=170 <=180
Scholarship Percentage
40%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=110 <=120
GATE Percentile >=80 <=85
AP / TS PGECET 2024 Rank >=101 <=200
CUET (PG) 2024 Score >=160 <=170
Scholarship Percentage
25%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=100 <=110
GATE Percentile >=70 <=80
AP / TS PGECET 2024 Rank >=201 <=300
CUET (PG) 2024 Score >=140 <=160
Scholarship Percentage
15%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=80 <=100
GATE Percentile >=60 <=70
AP / TS PGECET 2024 Rank >=301 <=500
CUET (PG) 2024 Score >=120 <=140
