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Textile Engineer

Applies science and engineering to create fabric, yarn and fibre, and the machinery that makes them.

After Class 12GraduationPostgraduateDegreeCompetitive ExamGovernmentPrivate Sector

Overview

Textile Engineers use their knowledge of Science and Engineering techniques to create fabric, yarn and fiber. They design machinery involved in the production of textile fiber. They are also responsible for designing and controlling textile processes.

Where they work

  • Textiles manufacturing
  • Designing companies
  • Research institutes
  • Consultants
  • Colleges and universities

Work environment

You are expected to work in factories or studios. You will typically work 8 hours per day in a week. Work hours may extend due to deadlines and work pressure.

Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field.

Skills and interests

This career might suit you if…

  • You like to work in a team
  • You like to analyze and solve problems
  • You have a creative bent of mind
  • You have an eye for details
ScienceMathsbuildingcreatinganalysing

Eligibility and education roadmap

Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.

Route 1

  1. 1Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics).
  2. 2Complete Bachelor's degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Textile Engineering/Textile Technology

Alternative route 2

  1. 1Complete Bachelor's degree, followed by a Master's degree (M.E./M.Tech) in the same discipline.

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

The course is offered by the Department of Engineering. This list of institutes is indicative only.

Government institutes

  • Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujarat
  • The Institutions of Engineers India, Kolkata, West Bengal
  • Odisha University of Technology and Research, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh
  • Himachal Pradesh Technical University, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh
  • Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University, Bathinda, Punjab
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Government Engineering College, Sundernagar, Himachal Pradesh
  • Rajasthan Technical University, Kota, Rajasthan

Private institutes

Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.

  • Om Parkash Jogender Singh University (OPJS University), Rajgarh, Rajasthan
  • DKTE Society's Textile and Engineering Institute, Ichalkaranji, Maharashtra
  • Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, Madhya Pradesh
  • PSG Institute of Advanced Studies, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
  • Panipat Institute of Engineering and Technology, Samalkha, Haryana
  • Jawaharlal Darda Institute of Engineering and Technology, Yavatmal, Maharashtra
  • UP Textile Technology Institute, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
  • PK University, Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh
Check official institute rankings (NIRF)

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

  • 1Research Trainee
  • 2Textile Technologist
  • 3Senior Technologist
  • 4Associate Manager, Research Activities
  • 5Manager, Research
  • 6Head of Research
Government roles available

Expected income

₹12,000 – ₹50,000 per month or more

The figures are indicative and subject to change.

Source

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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

Monique Maissan — A Dutch entrepreneur and Textile Engineer, who specialises in sustainable solutions for the industry. She is also the founder of Waste2Wear, which entails creating yarns and fabrics from recycled plastic bottles. Maissan did her Bachelor's in Textile Engineering from Amsterdam Polytech Institute.

Source

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 539 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
  • Income source: https://bit.ly/3vAbj7h
  • Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21

Himachal Pradesh Technical University is printed at "Sasan"; the university is at Hamirpur, and the location is corrected here.

Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.