Electrical Engineering | Diploma Engineering | SBTE Bihar Approved

Course overview

Power Bihar's future — one circuit at a time

The Diploma in Electrical Engineering trains students in the generation, transmission, distribution, and utilisation of electrical energy. From power plants to industrial motors, from solar installations to smart grids, electrical engineers are essential across every sector of the modern economy. Bihar's rapid electrification drive, industrial expansion, and renewable energy push make this branch highly relevant and employment-rich.

Curriculum

Syllabus - SBTE Bihar

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Course Code: 20) · 3 Years · 6 Semesters

Semester I

Course Code	Subject
2400101	Basic Engineering Mathematics
2400102B	Applied Physics-B
2420104	Basic Electrical Engineering
2415105	Engineering Drawing & Graphics
2418105	Fundamentals of IT and C Programming
2420105	Electrical & Electronics Workshop
2400008	Sports, Yoga and Meditation
2400009	Open Educational Resources

Semester II

Course Code	Subject
2421102	Fundamentals of Electronics Engineering
2400103B	Applied Chemistry-B
2400104	Communication Skills
2425104	Engineering Mechanics
2400105C	Applied Mathematics-C
2400006	Environmental Education & Sustainable Development

Semester III

Course Code	Subject
2420301	Electrical Circuit and Networks
2420302	Electrical Measurements and Instrumentation
2420303	DC Machines and Transformers
2420304	Electrical Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
2418305	Python Programming
2420306	Summer Internship-I

Semester IV

Course Code	Subject
2420401	Power Electronics
2420402	Microprocessor and Microcontrollers
2420403	AC Machines
2420404	Control System and PLC
2420405	Electrical Software Lab
2400107	Professional Ethics
2400207	Indian Constitution
2400108	Essence of Indian Knowledge System

Semester V

Course Code	Subject
2420501	Switchgear and Protection
2420502	Solar and Wind Power Technology
2420503	Energy Conservation and Audit
2400504	Open Elective
2400505	Entrepreneurship Development & Startups
2420506	Summer Internship-II
2420507	Minor Project

Semester VI

Course Code	Subject
2420601	Utilization of Electrical Energy
2420602	Electrical Installation, Testing and Commissioning
2420603	Programme Elective
2400604	Open Elective
2420605	Major Project
2400408	Employability Skills Development
2400110	Community / Society Development

Facilities

Laboratories & Facilities

Electrical Machines Lab

Power Electronics Lab

Measurements & Instrumentation Lab

Solar Energy Lab

PLC / Industrial Automation Lab

Electrical Wiring Workshop

Where this leads

Career opportunities

Junior Engineer (JE)

BSPHCL, BSEB, Railways, NTPC, BHEL

Electrical Site Engineer

Construction & industrial projects

Solar Project Engineer

Renewable energy sector

PLC / SCADA Technician

Manufacturing & process industries

Electrical Contractor

Wiring, panel, sub-station works

Lateral Entry — B.Tech

Degree upgrade pathway

Eligibility

New Admission: Class 10th pass with Mathematics & Science | BPTIA entrance

Lateral Entry (2nd Year): ITI (Electrician / Wireman / relevant trade) OR Class 12th PCM

Key Govt. Exams: BPSC JE, BSPHCL JE, SSC JE (Electrical), NTPC Diploma Trainee

Full admission process

Fee for this course

Year 1: ₹1,00,000

Year 2 & 3: ₹75,000 each

Total: ₹2,50,000 — BSCC eligible

Detailed fee structure

Why choose electrical engineering here

Built for real-world power systems

Electrical Machines Lab

DC machines, induction motors, transformers & synchronous machines — all hands-on.

Dedicated Solar Energy Lab

PV panels, charge controllers, battery bank & grid-tie inverter — industry-standard setup.

PLC & Automation Lab

Siemens/Allen Bradley PLC trainers and SCADA simulation — skills companies hire for.

Govt. Exam Readiness

Curriculum aligned with BPSC JE, SSC JE & BSPHCL exam syllabi for direct competitive advantage.

Common questions

Electrical Engineering FAQs

Diploma holders in Electrical Engineering are eligible for BPSC JE (Electrical), BSPHCL JE, SSC JE (Electrical), BPDB JE, and Railway Apprenticeship / JE exams. The curriculum is aligned with these exam syllabi.

Yes. Solar Power Technologies is a dedicated subject in Semester 4, covering PV systems, off-grid and on-grid design, and MPPT controllers. We also have a dedicated Solar Energy Lab.

Yes. Industrial Drives, Power Electronics, and PLC / Automation subjects specifically prepare you for roles in manufacturing plants, process industries, and utilities — some of the highest-paying sectors for electrical diploma holders.

Yes. Diploma holders are eligible for lateral entry directly into the 2nd year of B.Tech (Electrical Engineering) at engineering colleges across India — saving one full year compared to a regular B.Tech admission.