M. Tech in Energy Engineering
January 30, 2026 2026-02-09 11:28M. Tech in Energy Engineering
Welcome to M.Tech in Energy Engineering
Director’s Desk
School of Sustainability Studies
Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, Pune
The M.Tech (Energy Engineering) programme at SSPU is a future-oriented postgraduate initiative designed to develop industry-ready, sustainability-driven energy professionals. Anchored in the Symbiosis legacy of over 50 years of educational excellence and SSPU’s distinction as India’s first dedicated Skill University, the programme integrates advanced energy engineering knowledge with hands-on skill development and real-world applications
Housed within the School of Sustainability Studies, the programme responds directly to the global energy transition, national clean-energy missions, and the urgent demand for skilled manpower in renewable energy, smart grids, energy storage, ESG, and emerging green technologies
About the School of Sustainability Studies
The School of Sustainability Studies (SSS) addresses the most critical global challenge of our time—energy transition and sustainable development.
The School focuses on:
- Clean & renewable energy
- Green jobs and green skilling
- Climate-resilient energy systems
- Industry-linked applied research
- Sustainability leadership
Programme Overview
The M.Tech (Energy Engineering) programme is a two-year, full-time, industry-aligned postgraduate degree designed to develop highly skilled energy professionals capable of designing, operating, managing, and transforming modern energy systems.
The programme blends:
- Advanced energy engineering concepts
- Hands-on skill development
- Sustainability and ESG integration
- Industry projects and internships
Programme Structure
The programme follows a structured yet flexible curriculum combining core theory, advanced electives, skill labs, and a capstone dissertation.
Core Subjects
- Advanced Energy Systems Engineering
- Renewable Energy Technologies (Solar, Wind, Biomass, Small Hydro)
- Energy Conversion & Storage Systems
- Power Systems & Smart Grids
- Energy Management, Audits & Efficiency
- Energy Economics, Policy & Regulations
Advanced & Skill-Oriented Modules
- Energy Storage Technologies & EV Infrastructure
- Hydrogen & Emerging Energy Systems
- IoT-enabled Smart Energy Systems
- Sustainability Metrics, ESG & Carbon Accounting
- Energy System Modelling & Simulation
Project & Research Components
- Industry-linked mini projects
- Semester-long dissertation / applied research project
- Field-based energy audits and live consultancy assignments
This structure ensures a balance between academic rigour and applied competence, a hallmark of SSPU’s pedagogy
Career Prospects & Industry Relevance
Graduates of the M.Tech (Energy Engineering) programme will be well positioned across the entire energy value chain, addressing India’s and the world’s clean-energy workforce requirements.
Career Pathways
- Renewable Energy Engineer (Solar, Wind, Hybrid Systems)
- Energy Analyst / Energy Manager
- Smart Grid & Power Systems Engineer
- Energy Storage & EV Infrastructure Engineer
- Sustainability / ESG Consultant
- Hydrogen & Emerging Energy Systems Engineer
- IoT & Digital Energy Solutions Engineer
- Project Engineer – Power & Renewable Sector
- Research & Development Associate
- Energy & Sustainability Entrepreneur
India alone offers nearly one million employment opportunities in the energy sector, with rapid growth in green jobs and sustainability-linked roles
Unique Features / Differentiators
- Skill-University Advantage: Curriculum mapped to job roles, skill outcomes, and industry competencies
- Experiential Learning Model: Labs, learning factories, field projects, and internships embedded in the programme
- Strong Industry & Global Linkages: Collaborations with industry partners, CSR projects, and international academic institutions
- Applied Research & Innovation Focus: Pathways to funded research, incubation, and entrepreneurship
- Social Impact Orientation: Exposure to sustainability-driven projects, green skilling, and inclusive development initiatives
- Women in STEM & Inclusion Ecosystem: Part of Symbiosis’ broader commitment to gender inclusion and skill development
Additional Value Proposition
- Access to state-of-the-art energy laboratories (Solar PV, energy systems, simulation tools)
- Opportunities to participate in national missions, CSR-funded projects, and consultancy assignments
- Strong mentoring culture supported by faculty with industry, research, and leadership experience
- Seamless pathways to Ph.D., policy roles, consulting, and leadership positions in energy and sustainability domains
Program Highlights
- Industry-aligned postgraduate programme blending energy engineering fundamentals with sustainability thinking and applied skills
- Curriculum benchmarked against leading national/international institutions while contextualised for industry deployment
- Strong focus on hands-on laboratories, live projects, internships, and consultancy assignments
- Designed within SSPU’s Skill University framework, emphasising employability, entrepreneurship, and applied research
- Alignment with NEP-2020, enabling flexibility, experiential credits, and industry participation
- Exposure to green jobs, emerging energy technologies, and climate-resilient energy systems
Why Choose SSPU for M.Tech (Energy Engineering)?
With its unmatched skill-based university model, national recognition, industry integration, and sustainability-first vision, SSPU offers a programme that does not merely award a degree—but builds future-ready energy leaders grounded in ethics, employability, and real-world impact.