engineering
Civil Engineer
Build the roads, bridges and cities of tomorrow.
Typical earnings: ₹3–10 LPA entry; govt roles via IES highly valued
What is this career?
Civil engineers plan, design and oversee construction of infrastructure — buildings, highways, dams, metros and smart cities.
What does this professional do?
Surveys sites, creates structural designs, estimates costs, manages construction teams and ensures safety standards.
Who may enjoy this career?
Students who like physics and maths, enjoy seeing large tangible results, and don't mind a mix of office and site work.
What to do after Class 12
PCM in Class 11–12, then B.Tech Civil via JEE/state CETs.
Course duration
4 years
Approximate fees
₹50,000–₹4,00,000 per year — verify per college
Further study
M.Tech (structures, transport), IES (Engineering Services), MBA.
Subjects to consider after Class 10
- Mathematics
- Science
Available courses
- B.Tech / B.E. Civil Engineering
Entrance examinations
College options
- IITs
- NITs
- SPA Delhi (planning)
- State engineering colleges
Career opportunities
- Construction firms (L&T etc.)
- Government PWD/municipal roles
- Real estate
- Consulting
- Own contracting business
Alternative careers
ArchitectUrban PlannerMechanical Engineer
Step-by-step roadmap
- 1PCM after Class 10
- 2JEE/CET prep
- 3Entrance exams
- 4B.Tech Civil
- 5Site internships
- 6Placement or govt exams (IES)
- 7Specialise (structures/transport)