Honors Degree Program

At R. C. Patel Institute of Technology (RCPIT), the Honors (Major–Minor) Degree Program reflects our commitment to academic distinction and future-ready education. This program is designed for academically motivated and high-performing B.Tech students who seek to deepen their subject expertise while adding a cross-disciplinary specialization to their core engineering curriculum.

Offered from the second year onward (Semester III to VII), the Honors program allows students to earn additional credits (typically 18–20) within the standard 4-year B.Tech timeline. These tracks are meticulously aligned with:

• The goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020
• Emerging technological domains in high industry demand
• Postgraduate study pathways and career specialization

By pursuing an Honors degree at RCPIT, students gain a competitive edge in the job market, enhance their research credentials, and enjoy value-added learning experiences that go beyond traditional curricula.

Why Choose the Honors Degree?

• Acquire additional credits and specialization alongside your core degree.
• Explore emerging and in-demand areas aligned with industry needs.
• Gain advanced learning exposure, project-based experiences, and mentorship.
• Enhance your resume, employability, and eligibility for international studies.
• Receive a recognized Honors Certificate that appears on your final grade card.

Eligibility Criteria

Students must meet at least one of the following to enroll:

Note: Applicable only for students admitted to Semester III in 2025–26.

Program Duration

• Semesters: III to VIII (6 Semesters)
• Concurrent with Regular B.Tech Program
• Total Credits: As per respective Honors Track (typically 18–20)

Evaluation Components

• Coursework: Regular theory and lab-based assessments
• Project/Research Component: Mini project or domain-specific investigation
• Practical Assessments: As per curriculum (varies by department)
• Final Exams: Comprehensive evaluations each semester

Fee Structure

Note: No refund or installment facility. Fee not covered under any scholarship scheme.

Registration Procedure

1. Collect the Honors Registration Form from the Library or Department.
2. Attach Required Documents:
   • First-year grade card (CGPA ≥ 7.0) or Diploma mark sheet
   • Honors Fee Payment Receipt
   • Signed Undertaking (provided by department)
3. Submit Form + Documents to Department Office
4. Pay Fees in Cash to Accounts Office before the deadline

Enrollment Dates

Award of Honors Degree

Final certification issued after Semester VIII, based on successful completion of:

• All Honors courses
• Projects and evaluations
• Fee payment and attendance requirements

The Honors title will appear on the Final Grade Card as: "B.Tech with Honors in [Specialization]"

Important Notes

• Honors Degree is optional but highly recommended for academically driven students.
• Students dropping out mid-way or leaving the institute will not be eligible for the Honors certificate.
• The program does not affect the main B.Tech degree timeline or graduation eligibility.

Civil Engineering

• Honors Track 1: Structural Engineering - Click to View
• Honors Track 2: Environmental Engineering - Click to View
• Honors Track 3: Smart City & Construction Management - Click to View

Computer Engineering

• Honors in Data Science

Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

1. Honors in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML)

2. Honors in IoT & 5G Technology

3. Honors in VLSI Design

• Microelectronics
• Digital System Design using HDL (Theory + Lab)
• Digital VLSI (Theory + Lab)
• Analog VLSI (Theory + Lab)
• Low Power VLSI

4. Honors in Robotics & Automation

• Sensors and Instrumentation
• Basics of Control Systems (Theory + Lab)
• Principles of Robotics (Theory + Lab)
• PLC and Applications (Theory + Lab)
• Industrial Automation Design

Total Credits: 18 | Semesters: III–VII

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML)

Honors in Immersive Technologies (AI/ML)

• Computer Graphics & Virtual Reality
• C# Programming Lab
• Augmented Reality & Mixed Reality (Theory + Lab)
• Game Design & Gamification (Theory + Lab)
• Metaverse

Total Credits: 18 | Semesters: III–VIII

Computer Science & Engineering (Data Science)

Honors in Computational Finance

• Financial Market & Risk Analysis
• Computational Methods & Pricing Models (Theory + Lab)
• Econometric Modeling
• Quantitative Portfolio Management (Theory + Lab)
• Stochastic Calculus for Financial Modelling
• Mini Project

Total Credits: 18 | Semesters: III–VII

Mechanical Engineering

1. Honors in Electric Vehicle Engineering

• Fundamentals of Electric Vehicles
• Electric Drives & Controls (Theory + Labs)
• Energy Source Management
• Electric Vehicle System Design & Safety
• 3 Levels of EV Labs

2. Honors in Robotics

• Introduction to Robotics
• Robotics Lab Series
• Modelling & Design of Robotics
• Advanced Robotics
• AI & ML for Robotics

Total Credits: 18 | Semesters: III–VII

Electrical Engineering

Honors Options (Multi-Track):

1. Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML)

• Mathematics for AIML
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• AI Applications in Electrical Systems

2. IoT & 5G Technology

• Sensors & Actuators for IoT (Theory + Lab)
• IoT System Design (Theory + Lab)
• Industrial IoT
• 5G Technologies
• Cloud & Data Analytics in IoT

3. Robotics & Automation

• Sensors and Instrumentation
• Control Systems (Theory + Lab)
• Principles of Robotics
• PLC and Applications (Theory + Lab)
• Industrial Automation

4. Electric Vehicles

• Fundamentals of EVs
• Electric Drives & Controls
• Battery & Energy Management
• EV Design & Safety
• EV Lab Series (3 Levels)

Total Credits: 18 per track | Semesters: III–VIII

Key Features of RCPIT Honors Program:

• 18-credit additional specialization without extending degree duration
• Industry-aligned curriculum with labs, mini-projects & research
• Designed for vertical mobility, interdisciplinary flexibility, and global readiness
• Taught by core faculty, industry experts, and Professors of Practice (PoPs)