A Minor Degree is an additional qualification awarded alongside the main B.E. degree, introduced by VTU in alignment with NEP 2020. A Minor degree program is a secondary focused area of study that complements a student’s major or primary degree program. While the major is the primary field of specialization, a minor allows students to explore additional interests or gain expertise in a different discipline. To enhance employability skills and impart deep knowledge in emerging areas that are usually not covered in the undergraduate Degree credit framework, AICTE has come up with the concept of a ‘Minor Degree’ in emerging areas.

It allows students to gain expertise in a specialized area outside their core branch of engineering.

The program is designed to promote interdisciplinary learning and enhance employability.

The Minor is indicated on the degree certificate (e.g., B.E. in Mechanical Engineering with Minor in Artificial Intelligence / Data Science / Cyber Security)

The student must be enrolled in a regular B.E./B. Tech Program in a VTU-affiliated college.

A minimum CGPA of 5.0 at the end of 3rd semester is generally required to apply.

The student can start from the 4th semester of his / her major degree and must complete the Minor credits before graduation.

The student should have cleared all credits of previous semesters (no backlogs).

18 to 20 additional credits to be completed during the B.E./B. Tech Program.

The minor courses are usually offered through online mode, approved by BoS of University

A student can opt only for one minor Program along with the major degree Program. No student shall be permitted to register for both the Honours and Minor Degree Program

• Broaden your knowledge beyond your major discipline
• Gain interdisciplinary skills highly valued by industry
• Better job prospects and higher chances for multidisciplinary roles
• Stronger profile for higher studies (MS, MBA, etc.)
• Opportunity to explore interests without changing your branch
• Flexibility and Course Optimization