Mining Engineer
Extracts minerals from the earth and keeps mines and surface operations safe and efficient.
Overview
Mining Engineers apply their skill in Science and Technology to extract minerals from the earth. Mining Engineers ensure safe and efficient development of mines and other surface and underground operations. The role combines an understanding of the effects of these structures on their surrounding environment with technical knowledge and management skills.
Where they work
- Mining companies across India
- Mining finance and Consultancy companies
- Environmental consultancies
- Quarrying and Extraction companies
Work environment
In a Mining company, you will usually work for 6 days a week and 8 to 10 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company. Shift system maybe available.
Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You enjoy travelling and working outdoor
- You are good at solving analytical problems
- You have good organizational skills
- You are good in Science and Maths
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Maths.
- 2Complete Bachelor's Degree (B.Tech./B.E.) in Mining Engineering
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Diploma in Mining Engineering.
Forms, exams and applications
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.). Check the official notification for current eligibility and dates.
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
This course is offered by the Department of Engineering. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, West Bengal
- Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal
- Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur, Maharashtra
- University College of Engineering, Osmania University, Hyderabad, Telangana
- National Institute of Technology, Surathkal, Karnataka
- Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Odisha
- Savitribai Phule Pune University, Maharashtra
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Adarsha College of Engineering, Angul, Odisha
- Acharya Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Aditya Engineering College, Surampalem, Andhra Pradesh
- Aditya College of Technology and Science, Satna, Madhya Pradesh
- Gandhi Academy of Technical Education, Nalgonda, Telangana
- Godavari Institute of Engineering and Technology, Rajahmundry, Andhra 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
- 1Junior Mining Engineer
- 2Mine Planning Engineer
- 3Senior Mining Engineer
- 4Mine Supervisor
- 5Resident Manager
Expected income
₹20,000 – ₹90,000 per month or more
The figures are indicative and subject to change.
SourceRelated careers to explore
Metallurgy Engineer
Separates metals from their ores, refines them and turns refined material into finished products.
Petroleum Engineer
Designs methods for extracting oil and gas from deposits below the Earth's surface.
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 working outdoors.
- 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
Chandrani Prasad Verma — Known across the country as its first female mining engineer. She is now employed as principal scientist with the Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research in Nagpur. She got admission to a diploma programme in mining with some difficulty as the management was reluctant to offer a seat to a woman. Later, for a B.Tech. degree in mining, Chandrani had to fight for admission in the court and got admission as a 'special case'. Finally, in 2001, she got a job at CSIR as a project fellow. Chandrani also has a Ph.D. in rock mechanics and numerical modelling.
SourceThis 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 511 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.ambitionbox.com/profile/mining-engineer-salary
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.