M. Tech. in Power Electronics and Drives

The M. Tech., in Power Electronics and Drives is a postgraduate program designed to prepare engineers for leadership roles in modern power and energy systems. The program integrates strong theoretical foundations with advanced practical training in:

  • power systems, 
  • power electronics, 
  • electrical machines, 
  • renewable integration, and 
  • smart grid technologies.

With the global energy sector undergoing rapid transformation through decarbonization, electrification, and digitalization, this program emphasizes system reliability, sustainability, and advanced control of power infrastructure. Students will gain hands-on experience with simulation tools, real-time laboratories, and industry case studies, enabling them to tackle challenges in utilities, renewable energy, electric mobility, and industrial power systems.

Graduates of the M.Tech. in Power Electronics and Drives will be able to:

Demonstrate advanced knowledge in power systems, power electronics, and energy conversion.

Design, analyze & optimize modern power infra integrating renewable and conventional resources.

Apply computational and simulation tools (MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD, DIgSILENT, Ansys, ETAP) for modeling and research in power engineering.

Contribute to industry and research in power utilities, EV infrastructure, industrial drives, and policy-oriented energy projects.

Address sustainability challenges through innovations in energy efficiency, smart grids, and green technologies.

Core Courses

Advanced Power System Analysis

Power Electronics Converters and Control

Advanced Electrical Machines and Drives

High Voltage Engineering

Renewable Energy Systems and Distributed Generation

Specialization / Electives (sample list)

Smart Grids and Microgrids

Power Quality and Reliability

Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS), HVDC Transmission Systems

Energy Storage and Battery Management

Electric Vehicle Powertrain Systems

Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Applications in Power Systems

Laboratory & Practical Training

Power Systems Simulation Lab (ETAP/PSCAD)

Power Electronics & Drives Lab

Renewable Integration & Microgrid Lab

High Voltage & Testing Lab

M. Tech. Power Electronics and Drives

QUALIFYING B.E. / B.TECH. DISCIPLINES

Other/Additional Criteria:

  • B.E., / B.Tech., degree in the mentioned disciplines or its equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 60%
  • Candidates who have appeared for their final UG examinations may also apply.

Admissions