After B.Tech you can take a job, prepare for GATE, or go for higher studies.
| Path | Examples |
|---|---|
| Private jobs | Software developer, data analyst, design engineer, site engineer, network engineer |
| Government jobs | PSUs through GATE (NTPC, ONGC, BHEL, IOCL), Indian Engineering Services, state engineering posts |
| Higher studies | M.Tech/M.E. through GATE, MS abroad, MBA through CAT |
Starting salaries vary a lot by college and branch. At most private colleges, freshers get about ₹3.5 to 8 lakh a year. Top IITs and NITs report much higher numbers for CSE.
Fee and salary figures are rough ranges seen across colleges in recent years. Check each college's current fee sheet before you decide.