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Robotics, Mechatronics & Automation
Engineering machines that sense, decide and move — factory arms, driverless systems and medical robots.
Govt backing
Real degrees5 types
Campuses listed19
Demand signal9,100 industrial robots installed in 2024 (IFR)
What this field is
Robotics, mechatronics and automation sit where mechanical design, electronics, control theory and computing meet: systems that sense their surroundings, decide, and act. Coursework runs through kinematics and dynamics, sensors and actuators, embedded systems, control, machine vision, industrial automation (PLC/SCADA) and robot programming, on top of a mechanical or electronics core. Most Indian degrees are B.Tech specialisations; the deeper route is a postgraduate robotics programme at an IIT or a mechatronics M.E.
Why India is investing
Factory automation in India is early but scaling: 9,100 industrial robots were installed in 2024, up 7% year on year, placing India sixth globally by annual installations, with automotive taking a 45% share. Against 542,000 installations worldwide, India’s share of a doubling market stays small — which is where the headroom is.
- 📄 World Robotics 2025 — International Federation of Robotics (industry body, not government), Sept 2025
Real degrees you can study
Mechanical Engineering →Electronics & Communication →Electrical Engineering →Artificial Intelligence & ML →
Each links to its CourseLane course page — fees, eligibility, syllabus and the colleges that offer it.
Where it can lead
Robotics EngineerAutomation Engineer (PLC/SCADA)Control Systems EngineerMechatronics Design EngineerRobotics Software / Perception Engineer
⚠️ Salary and hiring-gap figures for robotics roles in India come from recruiters and consultancies, not government data — treat them as indicative and verify against the specific employer and role.
Where to study Robotics in India
19 campuses with a published, data-checked CourseLane page · ranked by NIRF
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More provider campuses being added: IIIT Hyderabad — Robotics Research Centre (MS/PhD by research) · Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru · Jain (Deemed-to-be University), Bengaluru · Medi-Caps University, Indore
*Median = institute-level NIRF median salary (official — institutes publish median, not average), where shown. Blank where the institute hasn’t published a figure.
Frequently asked questions
What courses can I study in robotics and automation in India?
You can take B.Tech in Robotics/Automation or in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electronics or CSE, plus M.Tech, diploma and B.Voc options. More than 160 Indian colleges offer automation and robotics programmes.
What is the eligibility for a robotics and automation degree?
For B.Tech you typically need Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and around 50% marks, plus an entrance exam such as JEE or a state/university test. Check each college's specific cut-off and process.
What salary can a robotics and automation engineer expect in India?
Entry-level pay is commonly in the roughly ₹5-9 LPA range, with mid-level higher and senior roles higher still, depending on skills, employer and location. These are indicative; verify current figures with employers.
Which companies hire robotics and automation engineers in India?
Recruiters span manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, defence and IT, including firms like Tata Elxsi, L&T, Bosch, Siemens, and public bodies such as DRDO and ISRO. Roles cover robotics, automation, embedded and AI engineering.
Is robotics and automation a good future field in India?
Automation is expanding across manufacturing, healthcare, logistics and agriculture, so demand for these skills is expected to grow. It is a solid, engineering-heavy path; strong programming and hands-on project work matter more than the exact degree title.
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📋 Sources & data vintage
- Field backing: World Robotics 2025 — International Federation of Robotics (industry body, not government), Sept 2025.
- College placements (median): NIRF 2024 & institute reports.
- Salary, job-gap & market-size: indicative industry estimates — not official.
- Approvals & degrees: AICTE · UGC · official institute websites.
Government figures (mission outlays, policy targets) are drawn from the official releases listed — they are declared values as of the dates shown, and policy targets are stated intentions, not outcomes. CourseLane is a data reference point, not the issuing authority — please verify directly with the respective official sources for data validation.
Disclaimer. Field, course, salary and opportunity information on this page is for general reference only, and may vary by institution, company, experience and market conditions. Figures are indicative and are not a guarantee of admission, employment or earnings — always verify with the official institution before deciding. CourseLane is an independent information platform and shall not be responsible for any decision made based on the information on this page.
Written by the CourseLane Research Team · reviewed by a senior counsellor · Last updated June 2026.