Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest and oldest branches of engineering. A Mechanical Engineer has the option of work in the Central Government, State Government and in the Public sector in wide range of areas. There are many options in the government sector & private industry as a Junior Engineers, Assistant Engineer, Assistant Executive Engineers, Executive Engineers, Superintendent Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Production Engineers, and Quality Engineers etc.

The curriculum allows students to study thermal sciences, automobile, I.C. engine, design of manufacturing, system dynamics and controls, and mechanics. Mechanical engineers design, electric generators, internal combustion engines, steam and gas turbines, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, medical devices, elevators escalators etc.

As a mechanical engineer there will be opportunities to work abroad, and you'll gain and develop the skills required for careers in business and management, IT, finance and law. These engineers are required in automobile, chemical, electronics, steel plants, oil exploration and refining, technical wings of armed forces, space research organization, etc. In agricultural sector, mechanical engineers play a vital role by establishing service centers for maintenance of tractors, oil engines, pump sets, electric motors and other agricultural equipments.

IES, Engineering Services Examination is conducted annually by UPSC to recruit engineers of four domains, Mechanical is one of them. The students can also give IAS exam with the subject Mechanical Engineering.