Mahindra École Centrale, [MEC] Hyderabad

Mahindra École Centrale (MEC) – Mahindra University

Mahindra École Centrale (MEC), now known as the École Centrale School of Engineering at Mahindra University, is a premier engineering institution located in Hyderabad, Telangana. Established in 2014, the institution was formed through a collaboration between the Mahindra Group, CentraleSupélec (France), and Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH).

MEC focuses on interdisciplinary education, research excellence, and industry-ready engineering, aligned with global engineering standards.

Academic Programs

Undergraduate Programs – B.Tech (4 Years)

MEC offers fully residential, four-year B.Tech programs designed to integrate engineering fundamentals with emerging technologies.

B.Tech Specializations:

• Artificial Intelligence

• Biotechnology

• Computational Biology

• Computer Science and Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computation and Mathematics

• Electronics and Computer Engineering

• Electronics and Communication Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Mechatronics

• Nanotechnology

• Aerospace Engineering

• Electrical and Computer Engineering

Postgraduate Programs – M.Tech

The M.Tech programs at MEC are interdisciplinary and industry-oriented, focusing on advanced technologies and applied research.

M.Tech Specializations:

• Computer Science and Engineering

• Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

• Autonomous Electric Vehicles

• Computer-Aided Structural Engineering

• Transportation Engineering

• Systems Engineering

• VLSI Design and Embedded Systems

• Smart Grid and Energy Storage Technologies

• Robotics

• Computational Mechanics

• Biomedical Data Science

Doctoral Programs – Ph.D.

MEC offers Ph.D. programs across multiple disciplines with a strong emphasis on research and innovation.

Ph.D. Disciplines:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Mathematics

• Civil Engineering

• Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

• Electrical and Computer Engineering

• Computer Science and Engineering

• Life Sciences

• Natural Sciences

• Humanities and Social Sciences

• Entrepreneurship

Campus and Facilities

The institute is located on a 130-acre residential campus at Bahadurpally, Hyderabad, within the Tech Mahindra Technology Centre.

Facilities include:

• Central library with digital learning resources

• Smart classrooms with modern teaching tools

• Advanced laboratories including supercomputing and automotive systems labs

• Separate hostels for boys and girls with double-sharing rooms

• Sports facilities for cricket, football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, and indoor games

• Auditorium, innovation spaces, and student activity zones

Admissions (2025–26)

B.Tech Admissions

Admissions to undergraduate programs are based on:

• JEE Main scores

• SAT or ACT scores

Eligibility Criteria:

• Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics

• Minimum 60 percent aggregate marks

Applications are submitted online through the Mahindra University admissions process.

M.Tech and Ph.D. Admissions

• M.Tech admissions consider academic performance, entrance criteria, and interviews as applicable.

• Ph.D. admissions are based on research proposals, eligibility requirements, and university selection procedures.

Placements

MEC has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell that supports students through skill development, internships, and campus recruitment.

Recent Placement Highlights:

• Highest Package: Up to INR 40 LPA

• Average Package: Around INR 9 LPA

• Placement Rate: Over 90 percent of eligible students placed

Major Recruiters:

• Microsoft

• Tech Mahindra

• Oracle

• Cognizant

• Capgemini

• Larsen and Toubro

• Mahindra and Mahindra

• Voltas

• ZS Associates

• KPIT

• Synopsys

Key Highlights

• Internationally inspired École Centrale curriculum

• Strong focus on research, innovation, and entrepreneurship

• Industry-integrated learning and global exposure

• Fully residential and technology-driven campus

• Strong placement record with leading recruiters