Admission Open 2026-27 | B. Tech in Mining Engineering

Vision:

• To be a leading institution in Mining engineering, shaping graduates who drive sustainable and innovative solutions in the mining industry.

Mission:

• Provide quality education and practical training in Miningengineering.
• Develop skilled graduates with leadership and ethical expertise.
• Foster industry collaborations for continuous advancement in Mining technology.

• PO 1: Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialisation for the solution of complex engineering problems.
• PO 2: Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
• PO 3: Design/Development of Solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, and cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
• PO 4: Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
• PO 5: Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
• PO 6: The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
• PO 7: Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and the need for sustainable development.
• PO 8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
• PO 9: Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
• PO 10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with the society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
• PO 11: Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments. 
• PO 12: Life-long learning:Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

• PSO 1: Plan, analyse, and design Mining projects and its components in various areas of Mining Engineering like Mine designing, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Transportation Engineering.
• PSO 2: Execute the construction and development of mines, extraction of minerals other components of mining projects in Mining Engineering including its layout, management, and quality control.
• PSO 3: Implement the provisions made by Directorate General of Mines Safety, Indian Bureau of mines, Ministry of labour and employment other relevant codes/ specifications/ guidelines and applicable laws including labour laws and environmental laws.

B.Tech in Mining Engineering (B. Tech Degree) is much more extensive and in-depth as compared to a diploma in any particular discipline of engineering. B. Tech in Mining Engineering stream is undoubtedly the most suitable and fertile degree for forging ahead in the relevant industry in India or any country abroad. Bachelor in Mining Engineering is a very interesting discipline of engineering that teaches a general engineering program followed by a core course in blasting and drilling, rock mechanics, materials handling, mine ventilation, mine health and safety, mine cost engineering, operations analysis, ore reserve analysis, mine planning and minerals processing, surveying, etc. The role of a mining engineer begins with the processing of mineral commodities, the discovery of mineral resources, controlling mining operations, designing and construction of mines, and transportation of minerals. Candidates have various career opportunities related to a career in mining from operations engineer, mine designer, mine manager, consulting engineer, health and safety manager, sales engineer, etc. Candidates may also find job offers both in private and public-sector petroleum mining companies; oil companies; mining research organizations; mining finance houses; mineral production companies and other related organizations. The candidates may also have opportunities in R&D activities as well as management, consultation, and sales. The duration, of the course, is 4 years and 3 years for Lateral Entry.

There is a lot of job scope and career prospects while working in mines, provided one has passed a first-class mine manager’s certificate. For this, graduate mining engineers need one year mine working experience as 2nd class managers. Mining Engineers are placed in grade E2 after one year of training graduate mining engineers can be employed by private mine owners such as Tata steel ,Hindalco, Adani ,Vedanta Reliance Power etc. Mining Engineer are recruited by various PSU’s Undertaken by Govt. Of India  like Coal India limited ,NTPC ,NLC, SAIL, SCCL, Bhilai  steel plant etc . Mining Engineers are also being employed by Explosive manufacturers such as ICI, IDL, Orica , Nav Bharat Explosive, etc. Graduate mining engineers are also being employed by equipment manufacturers like HEC, BHEL, L & T, etc. Engineers who incline research can join CMFRI(Dhanbad) or a technical Institute. ISM(IIT) and BIT are located in Dhanbad. Graduate mining engineers can also join DGMS & IBM through UPSC and State service as AMO and Jharkhand State mineral development Corporation.

The B.Tech Mining Engineering program at Usha Martin University is a 4-year, full-time undergraduate degree divided into eight semesters, combining theoretical knowledge with practical and industry-based learning.

Candidates who have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized board are eligible to apply for admission to the program.

Graduates can work as mining engineers, mine planning engineers, mine safety officers, survey engineers, drilling and blasting engineers, mineral processing engineers, geotechnical engineers, mine managers, and project engineers in mining companies, steel plants, cement industries, energy companies, and government organizations.

Yes. The program emphasizes practical learning through laboratory sessions, surveying practice, industrial visits, internships, workshops, field training, technical projects, and expert interactions to prepare students for real-world mining operations.

Usha Martin University offers an industry-oriented curriculum, experienced faculty, modern laboratories, practical training, field exposure, skill development programs, and placement assistance, enabling students to build successful careers in the mining and mineral engineering sector.