B.Tech CSE (Blockchain) - Blockchain & Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

Duration
4 Years Full-Time Program
Eligibility

Eligibility Norms for Admission to B. Tech Programs: 

Candidates seeking admission to B.Tech. Program should have passed the Pre-University / Higher Secondary /or any equivalent 10+2 examination from an approved State / Central govt. board or from an international board like University of Cambridge "A" level certificate or certificate from International Baccalaureate (IB), Geneva, etc., with a minimum of 45% marks in Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with either Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Electronics /Computer as an additional subject, and with 55% aggregate for SOCSE & 50% aggregate for SOE of total marks in the Qualifying Examination. Candidates should have appeared in any national / state level / Presidency University entrance examination viz. CET, Comed – K, JEE and such others.   

Eligibility Norms for Admission to B. Tech Programs (Lateral)  

A candidate who has passed any diploma examination or equivalent examination and obtained a minimum of 60% aggregate is eligible for admission to B. Tech Programs (Lateral Entry). Candidate should have appeared in any state level entrance examination. 

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B.Tech CSE (Blockchain) - Blockchain & Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

Programme Overview

B.Tech CSE (Blockchain) – Blockchain & Decentralized Finance (DeFi) is a future-ready engineering programme that combines the foundations of Computer Science, Blockchain Technology, Cybersecurity, Finance, and Decentralized Applications to prepare students for the rapidly evolving Web3 and digital finance ecosystem. The programme integrates programming, data structures, cryptography, distributed systems, blockchain architecture, smart contracts, financial technologies, and decentralized finance to develop secure and scalable blockchain-based solutions.

The curriculum progresses from fundamental Computer Science concepts such as Python, C, Java, Data Structures, Algorithms, Databases, Web Technologies, and Software Design to specialized areas including Blockchain Technology, Cryptography and Network Security, Smart Contracts and Solidity, Distributed Ledger Technology, Blockchain Infrastructure, Distributed Consensus, Blockchain Security, Blockchain Architecture, Enterprise DApp Engineering, and Web3 System Integration.

The programme further focuses on emerging blockchain applications through advanced subjects such as Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Blockchain Monitoring and Compliance, Layer-2 Scaling, Cross-Chain Interoperability, and Secure Blockchain Protocol Auditing. The integration of Essentials of Finance enables students to understand financial concepts and apply blockchain technologies to modern financial services and decentralized economic systems.

The programme emphasizes hands-on, industry-oriented learning through dedicated laboratories, internship, blockchain sprints, applied projects, and an integrated capstone project. Students gain practical experience in designing, developing, securing, and deploying blockchain-based applications, smart contracts, decentralized applications, and FinTech platforms.

With dedicated components for industry readiness, aptitude, competitive programming, employability, and project-based learning, the programme prepares graduates for careers in Blockchain Development, Smart Contract Development, Web3 Engineering, DeFi, Blockchain Security, DApp Development, FinTech, Distributed Systems, and Blockchain Architecture. It also provides a strong foundation for higher studies, research, entrepreneurship, and innovation in Blockchain and decentralized technologies.

Course Curriculum

  • 01Calculus and Differential Equations
  • 02English for Technical Communication
  • 03Optoelectronics and Quantum Physics
  • 04Optoelectronics and Quantum Physics Lab
  • 05Engineering Graphics
  • 06Digital Design
  • 07Digital Design Lab
  • 08Introduction to Design Thinking
  • 09Computational Thinking using Python
  • 10Industry Readiness Program – I
  • 01Calculus and Differential Equations
  • 02English for Technical Communication
  • 03Chemistry of Smart Materials
  • 04Chemistry of Smart Materials Lab
  • 05Foundations of Integrated Engineering
  • 06Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • 07Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab
  • 08Indian Constitution
  • 09Computational Thinking using Python
  • 10Industry Readiness Program – I
  • 01Probability and Statistics
  • 02Advanced English
  • 03Chemistry of Smart Materials
  • 04Chemistry of Smart Materials Lab
  • 05Foundations of Integrated Engineering
  • 06Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • 07Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab
  • 08Indian Constitution
  • 09Problem Solving using C
  • 10Problem Solving using C Lab
  • 11Industry Readiness Program – II
  • 12Design Workshop
  • 13Environmental Studies
  • 01Probability and Statistics
  • 02Advanced English
  • 03Optoelectronics and Quantum Physics
  • 04Optoelectronics and Quantum Physics Lab
  • 05Engineering Graphics
  • 06Digital Design
  • 07Digital Design Lab
  • 08Introduction to Design Thinking
  • 09Problem Solving using C
  • 10Problem Solving using C Lab
  • 11Industry Readiness Program – II
  • 12Design Workshop
  • 13Environmental Studies
  • 01Linear Algebra and Vector Calculus
  • 02Data Communication and Computer Networks
  • 03Data Communication and Computer Networks Lab
  • 04Data Structures
  • 05Data Structures Lab
  • 06Object Oriented Programming Using Java
  • 07Object Oriented Programming Using Java Lab
  • 08Computer Organization and Architecture
  • 09Foundations of Blockchain Technology
  • 10Software Design and Development
  • 11Universal Human Values and Ethics
  • 12Introduction to Aptitude
  • 01Discrete Mathematics
  • 02Web Technologies
  • 03Web Technologies Lab
  • 04Database Management Systems
  • 05Database Management Systems Lab
  • 06Analysis of Algorithms
  • 07Analysis of Algorithms Lab
  • 08Essentials of AI
  • 09Essentials of AI Lab
  • 10Essentials of Finance
  • 11Aptitude Training-Intermediate
  • 01Theory of Computation
  • 02Cryptography and Network Security
  • 03Operating Systems
  • 04Operating Systems Lab
  • 05Smart Contract and Solidity
  • 06Smart Contract and Solidity Lab
  • 07Distributed Ledger Technology
  • 08Distributed Ledger Technology Lab
  • 09Blockchain Infrastructure and Distributed Consensus
  • 10Internship
  • 11Logical and Critical Thinking
  • 01Blockchain Security and Performance
  • 02Blockchain Security and Performance Lab
  • 03Blockchain Architecture Design
  • 04Competitive Programming and Problem Solving
  • 05Enterprise DApp Engineering and Web3 System Integration
  • 06Secure Blockchain Systems and Protocol Audit Frameworks
  • 07Open Elective – I
  • 08Aptitude for Employability
  • 01Decentralized Finance Systems and Protocol Mechanisms
  • 02Blockchain Monitoring, Compliance, and Regulatory Systems
  • 03Layer-2 Scaling Techniques and Cross-Chain Interoperability
  • 04Open Elective – II
  • 05Mini Project - Blockchain Sprint
  • 01Capstone Project - Blockchain FinTech Platform

Programme Educational Objectives

After four years of successful completion of the program, the graduates shall be:

PEO 1: Graduates will demonstrate their knowledge in science and engineering as problem solvers and researchers.

PEO 2: Graduates will exhibit skills in cutting-edge technologies to solve societal needs in multidisciplinary areas.

PEO 3: Graduates will develop an attitude towards lifelong learning and ethics to emerge as socially committed entrepreneurs.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

On successful completion of the Program, the students shall be able to:

PO1. Engineering Knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.

PO2. Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.

PO3. Design/Development of Solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

PO4. Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.

PO5. Modern Tool Usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.

PO6. The Engineer and Society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.

PO7. Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.

PO8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.

PO9. Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.

PO10. Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.

PO11. Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.

PO12. Life-Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Programme Specific Outcomes

On successful completion of the Program, the students shall be able to:

PSO 01: [Problem Analysis]: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems related to Block Chain principles and practices, Programming and Computing technologies, reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences[cite: 29].

PSO 02: [Design/development of Solutions]: Design solutions for complex engineering problems related to AI & ML principles and practices, Programming and Computing technologies and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental considerations.

PSO 03: [Modern Tool usage]: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex engineering activities related to AI & ML principles and practices, Programming AI & ML Computing & analytics with an understanding of the limitations.

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USPs

Industry-Integrated Curriculum with 6 courses covering emerging technologies and real-world applications.

  • 34-Credit Industry Learning through courses, internship, mini projects/hackathons, and capstone project.
  • Paytm Virtual Internship providing practical industry exposure and experience.
  • Hands-On Learning through mini projects, hackathons, and industry-oriented capstone projects.
  • Industry Mentorship & Joint Certification to strengthen technical skills and employability.
  • Up to 3 Interview Opportunities to support career readiness and industry placement.
  • LMS & Digital Learning Resources providing flexible access to structured learning materials.

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