• Industry-aligned curriculum covering aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, and aircraft design
• Airbus A320 scaled flight simulator providing hands-on exposure to flight changing conditions and aircraft operations
• Industry-certified training in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) in collaboration with Siemens
• Exposure to advanced engineering tools including ANSYS, CATIA, MATLAB, SolidWorks, and OpenFOAM
• Opportunities for internships, industry projects, and global academic exposure
• Participation in aerospace competitions, innovation initiatives, and technical events
• Strong focus on project-based learning, research, and experiential training

Acharya Institute of Technology actively promotes research and innovation through academic collaborations and funded projects.

The program has received prestigious Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) grants, including:

• A research grant of ₹44 lakhs (2024–2027)
• A major collaborative grant of ₹2.5 crore with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) for the period 2025–2029

The four-year program aims to integrate classroom learning with extensive practical exposure to real-world aerospace applications. Students will gain hands-on experience through:

The Airbus A320 scaled flight simulator facility lets you understand aircraft handling, flight operations, and system performance in a realistic environment.

• Aircraft flight simulation and flight changing conditions analysis
• Laboratory-based experimental learning
• Computational modelling and simulation
• Design-oriented mini and major projects
• Industry internships and technical visits
• Participation in aerospace innovation and design competitions

The teaching-learning framework blends strong theoretical foundations with modern engineering practices. The program incorporates:

• Structured classroom learning and tutorials
• Laboratory experimentation and testing
• Simulation and computational analysis
• Case studies and design-based assignments
• Continuous project evaluation and research engagement
• Students also explore emerging domains such as: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Aerospace Structures
• Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAVs)
• Additive Manufacturing
• Artificial Intelligence in Aerospace Applications

Students will take part in a range of academic and technical activities designed to enhance their practical understanding and professional skills. These include:

• Aeromodelling and aircraft design activities
• Technical workshops and value-added programs
• Innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives
• National and international competitions
• Technical paper presentations and conferences
• Industrial visits and internship opportunities

The program is supported by a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members with doctoral and postgraduate degrees from leading institutions including IITs, NITs, and reputed universities.

Faculty members combine academic excellence, research expertise, and industry exposure to give students strong conceptual foundations and real-world engineering insights.

Graduates of Aeronautical Engineering have diverse career opportunities across aerospace, aviation, defense, manufacturing, and research sectors. They may pursue careers in leading organizations such as ISRO, DRDO, HAL, aerospace manufacturing companies, aviation technology firms, and global research institutions. Students also pursue higher education and research opportunities at leading universities in India and abroad. Career roles include:

• Aircraft Design Engineer
• Aerodynamics Engineer
• Aerospace Systems Engineer
• Flight Test Engineer
• UAV Systems Engineer
• Aircraft Maintenance
• Operations Engineer

Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCM/PMC/PME + English, min 45%. Age 17+.
Entrance Quota: CET/ COMED K / JEE