IIT BBSR launches MTech in EV tech for working professionals

Bhubaneswar: IIT Bhubaneswar has launched a blended-mode MTech in Electric Vehicle (EV) technology in collaboration with a clean energy education and skilling platform. Tailored for working professionals, the programme is structured to help learners deepen technical capability in EV systems, while continuing full-time employment. The academic focus spans core and emerging areas such as battery technology, charging infrastructure, vehicle integration and advanced EV subsystems, aligning the curriculum with current industry needs and rapid technology shifts.Teaching will follow a blended delivery model, combining weekend live online classes, self-paced learning modules and brief on-campus immersion sessions at IIT Bhubaneswar. This format is intended to balance flexibility with rigorous academic engagement and practical exposure. The multidisciplinary syllabus covers vehicle design fundamentals, electric powertrain development, EV control systems, battery design principles, maintenance practices, diagnostics and charging technologies, including infrastructure planning and deployment considerations.Admission does not require a GATE score. Selection will be based on academic background and relevant professional experience, making the programme accessible to qualified candidates from industry and allied domains. Enrolled participants will earn an IIT Bhubaneswar MTech degree awarded in blended mode. The learning experience also includes hands-on projects and industry-oriented case studies, supported by guidance from IIT faculty members and experts from the EV sector.The programme is scheduled to begin on July 24 and applications are currently open for eligible professionals.