To put in simple words, AMIE is a recognized engineering degree programme that can be studied in the distance education mode. This course is conducted by The Institution of Engineers (India) or IEI. There will be an examination based on a prescribed syllabus. If you score certain percentage (or grade) in the examination, you will be given a certificate and that certificate will be equivalent to B.Tech/B.E. In order to appear for examination, one should have 'membership' or enrollment with IEI. The membership is nothing but admission itself. Once you got membership you are eligible for applying for AMIE examination. Hence the first step in joining AMIE is applying for membership. Only enrolled members are eligible for appearing examination

AMIE admission is given based on one's eductional qualification. if you have passed

Diploma in Engineering, Three years' Engineering Diploma holders, with minimum 18 years age are eligible to apply for AMIE.

Those who holds any educational qualifications equivalent to or higher than the mentioned eligibility criteria can also apply.

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Both AMIE and B.Tech are of same value. The difference is only in the mode of study. While B.Tech can be studied by regular study only, the AMIE gives you an opportunity to get the same degree in the distance education mode.

The application for admission can be submitted at any time.Since the application form processing takes 2 to 3 months, it is suggested to submit your application form well in advance. Along with the application form, the applicant must enclose copies of certificates to prove his age and qualification. You can download membership form Admission Details.

The course fee depends on the mode of study viz. postal or regular.

The AMIE is equivalent to B.Tech/B.E. Those who successfully completes AMIE will get same consideration as a B.Tech/B.E holder for getting job as well as higher studies.

AMIE= B.Tech. The AMIE Course is equivalent to B.Tech/BE.Hence AMIE passed candidates are eligible for higher studies like M.Tech or MBA.

AMIE Syllabus

The validity of registration is for 6 years. Those whose membership validity is expired can apply for re-registration. Application form for re-registration can be downloaded from Re-registration form.