CDAC PG-DESD – Embedded Systems Course, Syllabus, Eligibility & Fees
C-DAC
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, is a national-level R&D organization involved in developing advanced computing technologies and training human resources for strategic sectors. Its PG Diploma programs are highly regarded across industries.
About the Course
The Post Graduate Diploma in Embedded Systems and Design (PG-DESD) is targeted at students and professionals who aspire to work in embedded system design, firmware development, and real-time operating environments. The course is tailored for roles in automotive electronics, industrial automation, and IoT device programming.
Course Content
The PG-DESD course includes:
- Embedded C Programming
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Microcontroller Programming and Interfacing
- Embedded Operating Systems
- Embedded Linux Device Drivers
- Real-Time Operating Systems
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Aptitude & Effective Communication
- Project and Seminar
Eligibility
Candidates must have completed:
- B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, Computer Science or related disciplines
- M.Sc. in Electronics or equivalent
- M.C.A. (with relevant background in electronics or embedded computing)
Final-year students may also apply conditionally.
Approximate Course Fee
Rs. 90,000 – Rs. 1,10,000 (tentative and varies across centres).
Admission Cycle
The course is offered twice a year, generally in February and August, via the national-level C-DAC C-CAT examination.
Selection & Admission Process
- Register and appear for C-CAT
- Based on rank, choose PG-DESD and training centre
- Seat allotment is merit-based
- Course fee is payable in two instalments
Placement Support
C-DAC provides centralized placement assistance. PG-DESD graduates are recruited in industries such as automotive electronics, defense and avionics, embedded product companies, and IoT startups.
Contact Details
For the CDAC PG-DESD – Embedded Systems Course
Visit the official portal for updates: https://cdac.in
Local C-DAC centres offering PG-DESD also handle program-specific queries.
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