Printing Technology focuses on printing press operations, design, and production. Currently, it is non-impact and primarily employs computers. It is a blend of scientific, technological, and creative abilities.
Personal Competencies
• You have a creative bent of mind
• You pay attention to details
• You enjoy solving problems
• You have excellent communication skills
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics)
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Tech/B.E.) in Printing Engineering
For admissions, you must qualify entrance examination conducted at national level ( JEE Main, JEE Advanced etc.) or state level (WBJEE, AP EAMCET etc.) or institute level (VET, IP etc.)
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
The course is offered by the Department of Engineering.
This list of institutes is indicative only.
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Jadavpur University, Kolkata
2. College of Engineering, Guindy, Tamil Nadu
3. Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, Hariyana
4. Institute of Printing Technology, Pune
5. Government Institute of Printing Technology, Mumbai
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and AICTE before applying)
1. Manipal Institute of Technology, Karnataka
2. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
3. PVG's College of Engineering and Technology and GK Pate Wani Institute of Management, Pune
4. Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
5. Calicut University Institute of Engineering Technology, Malappuram, Kelara
6. Somany PG Institute of Technology and Management, Rewari, Haryana
7. Raffles University, Neemrana, Rajasthan
8. llahia College of Engineering and Technology, Muvattupuzha, Kerala
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 4,000 -12,00,000* for the full course.
*(The above mentioned figures are approximate numbers. This will vary from Institute to Institute)
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yoiana Scholarship - This scholarship is provided to students enrolled in the first year of their engineering undergraduate course. Eligibility includes an aptitude test. It is awarded by the Government of India for economically backward students who have a strong aptitude for scientific research.*
• Merit-cum-Means based Scholarship - About 20,000 such engineering scholarships are awarded by the Ministry of Minority Affairs every year. The full course fees of awardees is directly paid to their institutions under this scheme.*
• Indian Oil Educational Scholarship- The IOC Ltd offers 300 scholarships every year to eligible students. Students need to be enrolled in an undergraduate course. The scholarship particularly focuses on students with physical disabilities, women and students from North East and
• Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students - This scholarship is awarded to the meritorious students from economically weaker sections.
• National Scholarship Portal -Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes.*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com a gateway to scholarships starting from Class Xl.*
• Scholarships are also available in institutes based on merit.*
*(Availability of these scholarships vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA). Students can view, apply and track the education loan applications on the website.
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Where will you work?
Places of Work: You can work in Research institutes, printing press owners, advertising agencies, government departments, banks and private publication houses, automotive industry
Work Environment: You will typically work with computer systems in an office setting for 5 to 6 days a week for 8 to 9 hours. They can often be expected to visit the field to check the equipment they have installed.
Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field
Expected Growth Path
Research Trainee → Printing Technologist → Senior Technologist → Research Head
Expected Income
The approx. salary of a Print Technologist ranges from INR 15,000 - 50,000* per month
Pankaj Bokdia along with his friends Madhur Chauhan and Akshay Dughar, built a tech-company called Printrove in Chennai. At a very early age, he grew interested in e-commerce, software and printing. He has an engineering degree in printing technology from College of Engineering, Guindy. He experimented with various technologies like 3D printing and additive manufacturing before finally deciding to enter the print-on-demand field.*
PRINTING ENGINEER/TECHNOLOGIST
NCS Code: 2141.2400 | E037• You have a creative bent of mind
• You pay attention to details
• You enjoy solving problems
• You have excellent communication skills
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics)
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Tech/B.E.) in Printing Engineering
For admissions, you must qualify entrance examination conducted at national level ( JEE Main, JEE Advanced etc.) or state level (WBJEE, AP EAMCET etc.) or institute level (VET, IP etc.)
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
The course is offered by the Department of Engineering.
This list of institutes is indicative only.
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Jadavpur University, Kolkata
2. College of Engineering, Guindy, Tamil Nadu
3. Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, Hariyana
4. Institute of Printing Technology, Pune
5. Government Institute of Printing Technology, Mumbai
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and AICTE before applying)
1. Manipal Institute of Technology, Karnataka
2. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
3. PVG's College of Engineering and Technology and GK Pate Wani Institute of Management, Pune
4. Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
5. Calicut University Institute of Engineering Technology, Malappuram, Kelara
6. Somany PG Institute of Technology and Management, Rewari, Haryana
7. Raffles University, Neemrana, Rajasthan
8. llahia College of Engineering and Technology, Muvattupuzha, Kerala
Information on the institute rankings can be found at - https://www.nirfindia.org/2022/Ranking.html
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 4,000 -12,00,000* for the full course.
*(The above mentioned figures are approximate numbers. This will vary from Institute to Institute)
SCHOLARSHIPS
• Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yoiana Scholarship - This scholarship is provided to students enrolled in the first year of their engineering undergraduate course. Eligibility includes an aptitude test. It is awarded by the Government of India for economically backward students who have a strong aptitude for scientific research.*
• Merit-cum-Means based Scholarship - About 20,000 such engineering scholarships are awarded by the Ministry of Minority Affairs every year. The full course fees of awardees is directly paid to their institutions under this scheme.*
• Indian Oil Educational Scholarship- The IOC Ltd offers 300 scholarships every year to eligible students. Students need to be enrolled in an undergraduate course. The scholarship particularly focuses on students with physical disabilities, women and students from North East and
• Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students - This scholarship is awarded to the meritorious students from economically weaker sections.
• National Scholarship Portal -Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes.*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com a gateway to scholarships starting from Class Xl.*
• Scholarships are also available in institutes based on merit.*
*(Availability of these scholarships vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA). Students can view, apply and track the education loan applications on the website.
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Places of Work: You can work in Research institutes, printing press owners, advertising agencies, government departments, banks and private publication houses, automotive industry
Work Environment: You will typically work with computer systems in an office setting for 5 to 6 days a week for 8 to 9 hours. They can often be expected to visit the field to check the equipment they have installed.
Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field
Research Trainee → Printing Technologist → Senior Technologist → Research Head
The approx. salary of a Print Technologist ranges from INR 15,000 - 50,000* per month
Source: https://www.ambitionbox.com/profile/printing-technician-salary
*The figures are indicative & subject to change
Experts from the field
Pankaj Bokdia along with his friends Madhur Chauhan and Akshay Dughar, built a tech-company called Printrove in Chennai. At a very early age, he grew interested in e-commerce, software and printing. He has an engineering degree in printing technology from College of Engineering, Guindy. He experimented with various technologies like 3D printing and additive manufacturing before finally deciding to enter the print-on-demand field.*
Source: https://yourstory.com/2017/08/printrove-startup-print-on-demand
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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