Department of Mechanical Engineering

Overview

Started in 1946, Mechanical Engineering Degree Program is one of the oldest at BITS Pilani. The department is vibrant with several activities round the year. It is a DST-FIST Sponsored (2002-2007) and UGC-SAP Sponsored (2007-2012) Department. We have research focus that benefits industry, society and the environment. Several faculty members of the department also share administrative duties. The Department offers two Integrated First Degree Programs and three Higher Degree Programs on campus apart from off campus programs under continued education scheme. The curricula are highly demanding and attracts exceptionally meritorious students from all over India. Research emphasis is there in all tires of education, First Degree, Higher Degree and Ph.D. Students look for challenging careers in best of the organizations within India and abroad. There is huge potential in the department for Consultancy as well as Technology and Product incubation.

The Mechanical Engineering Department at BITS Pilani has rich heritage. It was renamed from 'Group' to a 'Department' in October 2010. The Department takes pride in achievements of its alumni, who have shined in various walks of life.

Research

Research focus is there in all tires of education, First Degree, Higher Degree and Ph.D. The University has its own seed grant scheme to encourage research in new areas. The Department encourages research in Mechanical as well as inter-disciplinary areas.

Courses

The under graduate Mechanical Engineering program started way back in 1946 and the Masters (Higher Degree) program in Mechanical Engineering was introduced in 1965 and there after came MSc Tech. Engineering Studies in 1981, another first degree program. Two specializations in Higher Degree level, namely ME Design Engineering and ME Manufacturing Systems Engineering were introduced in 1998. The most recent addition to the department is BE Manufacturing Engineering, started in 2009.

Faculty

Our faculty have extensive experience in industry, research as well as teaching. Our strength is a reflection of their skills, innovation and drive. Our staff members typically have a high sense of purpose and derive great meaning from working together to ensure BITS Pilani's academic and research excellence is well supported.

Research Scholars

Vision

To lead in cutting edge research and impart high quality education of social relevance for making future ready mechanical engineers and professionals.

Mission

Enhance research and pedagogical collaborations with industries and premium institutes across the globe.
Develop state-of-the-art research environment to provide solutions to national and global issues.
Top-of-the-league curriculum in mechanical engineering for nurturing and grooming globally competitive engineers.

Notices & Announcements

Recruitment of Research Staff Position (Junior Research Fellow)
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF)/Senior Research Fellow (SRF)/Research Associate (RA) to work on a sponsored project under the supervision of Prof. Chennu Ranganayakulu
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work on a project sponsored by DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH RESEARCH under the supervision of Dr. Venkatesh KP Rao
Full time / CSIR-UGC-NET/ Part time Ph.D. Admission I Semester 2021-22
Application for Post Doc Position invited
Recruitment of Research Staff Position (Junior Research Fellow)
Applications are invited from eligible candidates to work as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a DST (Department of Science & Technology) sponsored project (under the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM)).
Applications are invited from eligible candidates to work as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a SERB Department of Science and Technology (DST) sponsored project.

Eligibility criteria For Ph.D. Admission, First semester 2022-23

Prof. SS Ranganathan Memorial Teaching Excellence Award, 2017 Conferred to Prof. P. Srinivansan

Centre for Material Science & Technology
Centre for Robotics & Intelligent Systems
Centre for Renewable Energy & Environment Development
Central Workshop
NPMASS National Centre for MEMS Design

Laboratories

Flexible Manufacturing Systems Laboratory
Refrigeration & Air-conditioning Laboratory
IC Engines Laboratory
Prime Movers & Fluid Machines Laboratory
Transport Phenomena Laboratory
JCI Smart Building Lab

Internship And Placement

Companies Recruiting our students

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