Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU) offers a 4-year Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree comprising eight semesters in nine different specializations. 

  • The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Tech in HPTU is 45% marks in 10+2.
  • Admission to the course is done based on the JEE Main or HPCET (Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test) score.
  • The specializations in B.Tech course include Automobile Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology and Textile Engineering.

HPTU B.Tech. Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the following eligibility criteria to be qualified for the admission process:

  • Must have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 45% from a recognized board. 
  • Candidates must have Mathematics and Physics as compulsory subjects in 10+2. 
  • Candidates from SC/ST category get a 5% relaxation in the minimum score

HPTU B.Tech. Admission Guidelines

Admission in HPTU for B.Tech is based on the marks scored in JEE Main or HPCET. The university selects 50% of the intake in its B.Tech program based on the marks scored in JEE Main and 50% based on the marks scored in HPCET.

HPTU B.Tech Application Process

The steps to apply for BTech in HPTU are given below.

  • Visit the official website of Himachal Pradesh Technical University
  • Go to the “Admissions” tab and click on “ Online Admission Form”.
  • Now click on the program you want to apply for. On clicking the program, you will be redirected to the admission portal.
  • If you are a new user, fill up the “Registration Form” to register yourself in the admission portal and then log into the account with the credentials.
  • However, if you are an existing user, fill in the credentials and log into the account.
  • Fill the application form and select the eligibility criteria that you want the university to consider, i.e JEE Main or HPCET.
  • Upload all the required documents and scanned copy of your signature and passport size photograph and submit the form.
  • After submitting the form, click on the payment link. The candidate has two options for paying the application fee, i.e via Online Payment or Challan.
  • If you want to do Online payment then use your Debit/Credit cards and for offline payment generate the PNB Challan.
  • Pay the application fee of INR 1550 if you are a general category applicant and INR 1400 if you are an SC/ST/PWD applicant. Now click on “Final Submit”
  • Candidates paying the application fee via Challan must send it via speed post or Registered Post or in-person to the university address.

Read More: HPTU Admission

HPTU B.Tech. Course Details

The B.Tech degree in Himachal Pradesh Technical University is divided into eight semesters. The university has classified the curriculum into five categories namely, Foundation courses, Program Core, Elective Core, Mandatory Core, and Audit Courses. 

The foundation courses and Mandatory courses are taught in the first year i.e during the first and the second semester and are common for all the branches. The second and third year i.e semester third, fourth, fifth, and sixth focuses mainly on Program Core and Elective Core whereas, the last year i.e semester seventh and eight is purely based on project work and internships. 

Each B.Tech specialization has different amounts of credit. The table given below lists out the total credit for each specialization. 

Specialization Credit
Automobile Engineering 255
Civil Engineering 251
Computer Science & Engineering 249
Electrical & Electronics Engineering 254
Electrical Engineering 255
Electronics & Communication  257
Mechanical Engineering 255
Information Technology 250
Textile Engineering 251

HPTU B.Tech. Syllabus

The syllabus for 1st and 2nd semester of all B.Tech. specializations remains the same. The table below contains the syllabus of all the specializations.

Specialization Syllabus
Automobile Engineering Check Here
Civil Engineering Check Here
Computer Science & Engineering Check Here
Electrical & Electronics Engineering Check Here
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Electronics & Communication Engineering Check Here
Mechanical Engineering Check Here
Information Technology Check Here
Textile Engineering Check Here

Read More: HPTU Course & Fees

FAQs

Ques. What is the fee structure of B.Tech at HPTU?

Ans. The fee structure of B.Tech at HPTU is common for all specialization. The fee structure is as mentioned below:

Program Type Annual Tuition Fee (INR)
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) 52,700

Ques. Is there an age limit for HPCET?

Ans. Yes, there is a maximum age limit to appear in the Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test (HPCET). The age limit is 22 years for boys, 24 years for girls, and 25 years for reserved category candidates.

Ques. What is the minimum cut-off required in JEE Main and HPCET for B.Tech. admission at HPTU?

Ans. The minimum cut-off required in JEE Main and HPCET to get admission in B.Tech at Himachal Pradesh Technical University is as mentioned below:

Name of the exam General category Reserved category
JEE MAIN 15% 10%
HPCET 20% 15%

Ques. How to download the admit card for HPTU B.Tech exams?

Ans. HPTU has a separate portal to download the admit card. Visit the official portal, and then type the form no. Next, select the program you applied for from the drop-down list and click on “Find Admit Card”. The admit card will be generated and will appear on the webpage for download.

Ques. Does HPTU provide placement To B.Tech students?

Ans. Yes, HPTU provides job opportunities for students of all the programs.The university has a separate Training and Placement cell to provide training and counselling to students to prepare them for the on-campus placement opportunities. During the on-campus job drive, some of the top companies like Wipro, Tata, and Escorts visit the campus.