Electrical Engineer

What is this career?

Electrical engineers work with power systems, electronics, electric vehicles, renewable energy and automation.

What does this professional do?

Designs electrical systems, works on power grids and motors, tests circuits and develops control systems.

Who may enjoy this career?

Students strong in physics (especially electricity) and maths who are excited by EVs, solar energy and robotics.

What to do after Class 12

PCM in Class 11–12, then B.Tech Electrical/EEE via JEE/state CETs.

Course duration

4 years

Approximate fees

₹50,000–₹4,00,000 per year — verify per college

Further study

M.Tech, GATE for PSUs, MS abroad.

Subjects to consider after Class 10

• Mathematics
• Science

Available courses

• B.Tech Electrical Engineering
• B.Tech EEE

Entrance examinations

College options

• IITs
• NITs
• DTU
• State engineering colleges

Career opportunities

• Power sector PSUs (NTPC, PowerGrid)
• EV companies
• Electronics manufacturing
• Automation & robotics

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