- Bachelor's Degree: Full-time B.E./ B.Tech. in Metallurgical Engineering, Metallurgy, Material Science, or Metallurgy & Materials Technology.
- Master's Degree: Master's Degree in Engineering/Technology.
- Doctorate: Full-time or Part-time Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering, Metallurgy, Material Science, or Metallurgy & Materials Technology.
Note: B.E./B.Tech. obtained through Part-Time, Correspondence, or Distance Education will not be considered valid.