IIT Guwahati Launches MTech in Flood & Water Management (No GATE)

• Hybrid MTech program targets professionals with water sector experience.
• Multiple entry-exit options offer a certificate, diploma, or full degree.
• The Assam government to sponsor 20 engineers annually under the World Bank project.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati revealed the launch of a new Master of Technology (MTech) programme in Flood and Water Resources Management. Provided by the Department of Civil Engineering, the program targets employed individuals and graduates who possess a minimum of one year of experience in the water resources field.

The program will be delivered in a hybrid format, integrating online teaching with lab sessions and concluding assessments taking place on the IIT Guwahati campus.

The MTech program operates on a semester system and includes topics such as integrated and sustainable water resource management, flood risk evaluation, hydrological modeling, and strategies for climate adaptation.

The curriculum is structured to be adaptable, enabling participants to manage their work responsibilities while seeking advanced education.

The program offers options for multiple entries and exits. Students may graduate with various certifications based on their level of achievement: a Postgraduate Certificate after completing four courses, a Postgraduate Diploma after seven courses, a Master of Science (Engineering) after two semesters and ten courses, and the complete MTech degree after finishing all four semesters, along with a capstone project. Individuals leaving at interim stages can return after a one-year break to finish the entire programme.

Applications for the first group are accepted until July 31, 2025. Classes are planned to start on August 18. Applicants need to possess a four-year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil or Agricultural Engineering or similar fields, securing at least 60% marks or a 6.0/10 CPI, along with one year of work experience in the water resources domain. It is important to note that a GATE score is not necessary.

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Graduates will receive training in tools such as GIS, remote sensing, hydrological modeling, and flood prediction. They will be prepared to operate in government offices, international organizations, consulting companies, and research bodies centered on climate adaptability and sustainable water systems. The program seeks to cultivate experts capable of executing flexible water resource management approaches in light of climate change.

Earlier this year, Assam's Water Resources Department signed an agreement with IIT Guwahati to select 20 engineers each year for the MTech program.

The initiative is a component of a broader project orchestrated by the Assam Flood and River Erosion Management Agency (FREMAA) and backed by the World Bank. The objective is to educate more than 200 engineers within the next ten years to enhance Assam's flood management infrastructure.