Engineering Physicist
Combines engineering, physics and maths to bridge theory and practice, developing new processes, products and technologies.
Overview
Engineering Physicists work to combine Engineering, Physics, and Math in an effort to bridge the gap between theoretical science and practical engineering. They use scientific and engineering principles to solve problems and develop new processes, products and technologies.
Where they work
- R&D
- Manufacturing
- High tech industries like telecommunication, nuclear power, and aerospace
- Automotive
- Defence
- Energy
- IT
- Computing
- Universities and other research and development facilities
Work environment
As an Engineering Physicist, you will mostly work in offices, research laboratories and universities. You will work full time, and at times, may work more than 40 hours per week.
Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You are creative
- You like solving problems
- You enjoy figuring out how things work
- You love maths and science
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics).
- 2Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc) in Mathematics/Chemistry/Physics.
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc) in Mathematics/Chemistry/Physics, followed by a Master's degree in the same field.
Forms, exams and applications
For admissions the card says you must qualify an entrance examination at national level (JEE Main, JEE Advanced etc.), state level (WBJEE, AP EAMCET etc.) or institute level (VET, IP etc.). AP EAMCET is now held as AP EAPCET. Exam names, eligibility and dates change — check the official notification.
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
The course is offered by the Department of Engineering/Physics. This list of institutes is indicative only. Please check if a private institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and AICTE before applying.
Government institutes
- Delhi Technological University, New Delhi
- Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, New Delhi
- Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- National Institute of Technology Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala
- Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
- Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab
- Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Viswa Mahavidyalaya, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
- Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering, Mysuru, Karnataka
- Bennett University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- RKDF University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Industrial Engineer
- 2Manufacturing Engineer
- 3Production Supervisor
- 4Plant Manager
- 5Head of Manufacturing
Expected income
₹16,333 – ₹2,50,000 per month
The figures are indicative and subject to change. The card's source is a Talent.com salary search for 'physics' jobs.
SourceRelated careers to explore
Physicist
Studies how matter and energy interact in the physical universe, and plans and runs experiments to test theories.
Nanoscientist
Manipulates atoms and molecules to create new materials, with work spanning medicine, electronics and energy.
Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Science, Maths.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to building.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Venkatraman Radhakrishnan — Was a space scientist and a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. He was Professor Emeritus of the Raman Research Institute in Bangalore, where he had been Director from 1972 to 1994. He graduated from Mysore University before joining the Department of Physics at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.
Source: a personal interview, as credited on the printed card — no public page to link to.
This profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 2, printed page 815 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://in.talent.com/salary?job=physics
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
This card is printed on page 815; the contents list gives 817. The Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) named on the card has been discontinued. Chandigarh University is printed as being in Chandigarh; it is in Mohali district, Punjab. The case-study link on the card does not match the scientist's name as printed (its path begins 'n-radhakrishnan'), so it is not shown.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.