Online M.Tech. in RF Engineering

The Online M.Tech. in RF Engineering by IIT Kanpur is designed for aspiring engineers and professionals looking to build expertise in specialized applications such as communication, sensing, navigation, and quantum technologies. The program blends core RF fundamentals with advanced concepts, always keeping real-world applications in focus. Learners also gain the opportunity to broaden their perspective through electives in communication engineering and integrated circuits, equipping them with a well-rounded skill set to excel in industry, research, and innovation.

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Curriculum Template

Programme Curriculum
Total Credits
144
9 credits/course
Core Courses
2
18 credits
Elective Courses
6
54 credits
Thesis/Project
1
72 credits

Courses Offered

EE904E
Elective Credits: 9
Wireless Communications
Prerequisites: None
EE930E
Elective Credits: 9
Analog IC design
Prerequisites: None
EE933E
Elective Credits: 9
RF IC Design
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: EE380 or equivalent
EE936E
Elective Credits: 9
Digital IC Design
Prerequisites: None
EE950E
Core Credits: 9
RF Electromagnetics
Prerequisites: None
EE951E
Elective Credits: 9
Antenna Design
Prerequisites: None
EE952E
Elective Credits: 9
RF Imaging and Material Testing
Prerequisites: None
EE953E
Core Credits: 9
RF Measurement Techniques
Prerequisites: None
EE954E
Elective Credits: 9
RF Passive Circuits
Prerequisites: None
EE955E
Elective Credits: 9
EMI/EMC Techniques
Prerequisites: None
EE956E
Elective Credits: 9
Antennas for RF systems
Prerequisites: None
EE957E
Elective Credits: 9
RF Transceiver Systems
Prerequisites: None

Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum CPI 5.5 or 55% marks in the qualifying degree

  • A valid score above department-stated cut-off in approved national-level exams as applicable to the program discipline (GATE)
  • Or via IIT Kanpur’s online proctored entrance test [syllabus]

  • B.Tech./B.E. in Electrical/Electronics or equivalent OR M.Sc. in Physics or Electronics
  • Selection through interview and/ or a written test

  • Professionals with over 5 years of relevant experience
  • Applicants with valid national-level test scores above the department specified cutoff
  • Candidates nominated or sponsored by government/defense/other recognized organizations

Program Fee

Instructors

Dr. M Jaleel Akhtar
Research Interest:

EMI/EMC Techniques

Dr. Aditya K. Jagannatham
Research Interest:

Wireless Communications

Dr. N. Poluri
Research Interest:

Antennas for RF systems

Dr. Kumar Vaibhav Srivastava
Research Interest:

RF transceiver systems

Dr. Nagarjuna Nallam
Research Interest:

RF IC Design

Dr. Chithra
Research Interest:

Digital IC Design

Dr. R.S. Ashwin Kumar
Research Interest:

Analog IC design

Dr. Raghvendra Chaudhary
Research Interest:

RF Electromagnetics

Dr. A. R. Harish
Research Interest:

Antenna Design and RF

Program FAQ

General Questions

Anyone with a relevant bachelor's degree and minimum 55% marks or 5.5 CPI can apply. Specializations vary across departments but are designed to be interdisciplinary and industry-relevant, with electives across domains.

You can complete the program in 2 to 4 years, at a self-paced schedule.

The total fee is approximately ₹9.33 lakhs, including course, exam, and trimester fees.

Yes. You can pursue either a research (thesis) track or an industry-oriented (project) track.Depending on the department.


 

Questions for Career and Alumni

Yes. Graduates of these programs become part of the prestigious IIT Kanpur alumni network — a global community of innovators and leaders.

They offer industry-relevant curriculum, flexible learning, and credentials from one of India’s top institutes — helping boost both technical expertise and career growth.