IIT Madras has announced the launch of a Power Electronics Finishing School in collaboration with Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and ITEL Foundation. The six-month residential program aims to train graduates and early-career professionals in the core areas of power electronics, with a focus on applications in renewable energy and related technologies.The program will be held at IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Bombay at host campuses with IIT Madras. Each location will enroll a batch of 10 participants, with the training model focusing on academic instruction and hands-on project work delivered by IIT faculty.Program structure and educational deliveryThe course is structured as a six-month residential program, combining classroom lectures with guided learning and project-based activities. Participants will be trained in key areas including power electronics components from a design perspective, system integration, and control systems.
IIT Madras announces six-month MNRE-supported program with stipend for electrical engineering graduates
The curriculum also includes modules on software tools used for circuit analysis and design, as well as practical exposure to printed circuit board design and hardware implementation. Additional focus areas include the thermal behavior of magnetic and power circuits, which are essential for efficient system performance.Faculty from IIT campuses, including IIT Madras, will lead the academic delivery, ensuring access to institutional expertise and infrastructure throughout the duration of the program.Eligibility Criteria and Application ProcessThe program is open to candidates with BE or BTech degree in Electrical Engineering or related subjects. Fresh graduates as well as professionals with up to two years of relevant experience are eligible to apply.The application process will be done through ITEL Foundation’s Interactive Voice Based Interview System. The last date for submission of applications has not been specified.Scholarship and Intake CapacitySelected participants will receive a monthly stipend of Rs 10,000 during the six months of training. Intake is limited to 10 candidates per campus, resulting in a total of 30 participants across IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Bombay.The residency format is designed to ensure continuous engagement, enabling participants to fully utilize the academic resources and laboratory facilities available at the host institutions.Industrial linkages and placement opportunitiesThe program includes support from industry partners such as InPhase, Statcon Energiaa, Enspar, First Solar, L&T, and Ornate Solar. These organizations are expected to showcase current practices in the fields of renewable energy and power systems.Participants completing the program will have access to placement opportunities through the program’s industry network. The initiative is linked to efforts to develop the technical skills needed for sectors such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, and efficient energy conversion systems.
