Placement-Oriented Career Program

Foundation of
VLSI Design

This is not a course. This is a career program.
Built for engineers who want to enter the semiconductor industry — and stay there.

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RTL CORE VERIFY PHY DESIGN STA VLSI EXPERT® FVD PROGRAM
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Duration
6–8 Months
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Mode
Offline + Online Live
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Tools
Synopsys EDA Suite
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Lab Access
24×7 Individual
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Batch Size
25 Seats Max
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Placement
Support Till Placed
Our Philosophy

Everything we do
has a reason.

Built around one question: what does a student need to get hired — and succeed five years later? Every card below has an answer.

Your Complete Journey

From student to
semiconductor professional.

Two connected journeys. Follow your learning path, then see exactly how placement works.

FVD Learning Journey flowchart
Click "Part 2 — Placement Journey" above to continue to the placement flow.
FVD Placement Journey flowchart
Post-placement support continues forever — career guidance, company switch, mentorship and the VLSI EXPERT® alumni network.
Curriculum

Three phases.
One clear path.

Full module detail is shared during your counseling session. Here is the shape of the journey.

Foundation
L0
Level Zero
Linux & terminal basics
Digital logic & CMOS
Semiconductor basics
Verilog introduction
Common — All Students
L1
Level One
Digital Electronics (3 levels)
CMOS VLSI Design
HDL — Verilog Design
Logic Synthesis & STA
ASIC & PD Design Flow
Scripting — Tcl, Perl, Unix
Low power, DFT concepts
Specialization — Choose 1
L2
Level Two
Track A — Physical Design
Track B — ASIC Verification
Track C — Analog Design
More tracks — coming soon
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What You'll Work With

The complete Synopsys
ASIC toolchain.

Full professional licenses. Individual 24×7 access. Same tools used at Intel, Qualcomm, MediaTek and Samsung.

RTL & Simulation
VCSVerdiVC FormalSpyGlassFormality
Synthesis
Design Compiler (DC)Fusion Compiler
Physical Design
IC Compiler II (ICC2)
Timing & Signoff
PrimeTime (PT)StarRCXTIC Validator (ICV)
Analog
HSPICECustom Compiler
SPECIFICATION Architecture & Functional Spec RTL DESIGN VCS · Verdi · SpyGlass SYNTHESIS Design Compiler · Fusion Compiler PHYSICAL DESIGN IC Compiler II · Fusion Compiler TIMING SIGNOFF PrimeTime · StarRCXT DRC / LVS SIGNOFF IC Validator (ICV) GDSII TAPE-OUT Ready for fabrication ECO LOOP
Where Students Are Placed

World-class companies.
Industry-relevant roles.

Our alumni work across every area of chip design:

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Physical Design Engineer
Floorplanning · Placement · CTS · Routing · Signoff
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ASIC Verification Engineer
SystemVerilog · UVM · Functional Coverage
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STA / Timing Engineer
Constraints · Timing closure · Multi-corner
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RTL / Logic Design Engineer
RTL coding · Synthesis · Optimization
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Design Services Engineer
End-to-end ASIC at services firms
Typical Package₹3.5 – 12 LPAvaries by role, company & location
SynopsysCadenceIntelAMDNVIDIAGoogleARMQualcommMediaTekMarvellMicronST MicroGlobalFoundriesRenesasNXPAlphawaveAnsysInvecasMirafraWhizchipAgnisyseInfochipsSiliconuSKeenHeadsInsemiSankalp SemiSynapse DesignNanodriotMinanoSpaceTecQuireAlbum SemiSevyaVVDNPravegaSemiInciseGateLengthDigicomm SemiQuest GlobalWiproHCLCapgeminiTech MahindraInfosysLGExiger
Milestones That Matter

What we've built together.

Puneet Mittal receiving Synopsys Workforce Development Partner award
Award — SNUG Innovation Forum, June 2026
Workforce Development Partner — Honoured by Synopsys
Puneet Mittal and VLSI EXPERT® felicitated at the Synopsys Users Group Innovation Forum for their remarkable partnership in semiconductor workforce development.
FVD student chip tape-out at SNUG
Student Achievement — 2025
FVD students tape out a chip using GlobalFoundries process
In collaboration with Synopsys, FVD students successfully taped out a physical chip — one of the rarest achievements for any training program in India.
Synopsys Workforce Development Partner award plate
Recognition — Authorised Partner
Synopsys Workforce Development Partner
"Honoring Workforce Development Partner — Puneet Mittal, VLSI Expert Pvt Ltd. Thank you for your remarkable partnership in workforce development." — Synopsys
5,000+ engineers · 15+ countries · 17 years
17 Years of Training
5,000+ engineers placed across 15+ countries
FVD alumni work at semiconductor companies across India, the US, Europe and Southeast Asia — from design engineer to senior architect.
From the Founder

A word from
Puneet Mittal.

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Puneet on the FVD philosophy
Personal video — coming soon
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Podcast Series
VLSI EXPERT® Podcasts on YouTube
Latest from the Podcast
"The semiconductor industry doesn't reward where you studied. It rewards what you can build, analyse and solve."

After 17 years of training engineers across India and the world, one thing is clear — the gap isn't talent. It's foundation.

That's why we built VLSI EXPERT® around the principle that every student deserves an equal start, regardless of which college they came from. Level Zero isn't a remedial class — it's the great equalizer.

I have personally worked at Synopsys, Cadence, Magma and LSI Logic. When we designed FVD, we asked one question: what would I want my own team member to know on Day 1? Every decision came from that perspective.

If you are serious about building a VLSI career, we will be serious about helping you get there.

— Puneet Mittal, Founder, VLSI EXPERT®
Ex-Synopsys · Ex-Cadence · Ex-Magma · Ex-LSI Logic

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Meet the Trainers

Taught by engineers
who've done it.

Every trainer has real industry experience. Have a question? Connect directly.

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Puneet Mittal
Founder & Lead Trainer
Ex-Synopsys, Cadence, Magma, LSI Logic. 17+ years training VLSI engineers in Physical Design, STA and full ASIC flows.
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Trainer — Physical Design
PD Specialist
Industry experience in Physical Design — update with actual trainer details, LinkedIn and photo.
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Trainer — Verification
ASIC Verification Specialist
Industry experience in ASIC Verification — update with actual trainer details, LinkedIn and photo.
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Trainer — STA
Static Timing Analysis
Industry experience in STA and timing closure — update with actual trainer details, LinkedIn and photo.
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Who should join
✓BTech or MTech in Electronics, ECE, EEE or related fields
✓Fresh graduates wanting a career in semiconductors
✓Students from any college — Tier 1, Tier 2 or Tier 3
✓Anyone willing to put in consistent effort in and outside class
✓Students who want to understand VLSI deeply — not just crack one interview
The semiconductor industry rewards depth. We are built for students who want depth.
Who should not join
✗Anyone looking for a shortcut to a job offer
✗Students who want pre-recorded videos to watch at 2× speed
✗Anyone not willing to do the work during and after class
✗Students expecting placement without putting in real effort
✗Anyone not genuinely interested in semiconductors long-term
We are selective because we are committed. Every student gets our full attention. That only works when both sides are serious.
Student Voices

Hear from FVD alumni.

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Written Testimonials
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You don't only help in developing skills but also shape our attitude towards learning and life. It is because of Puneet sir's efforts and confidence that I am placed in the VLSI industry.
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Shraddha Maheswari
Physical Design Eng., Synopsys India
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Before FVD, I thought VLSI was only about VHDL and Verilog. Puneet sir showed me the remaining 90% that no one talks about. Real understanding — not exam knowledge.
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Anand Kumar
Physical Design Eng., Whizchip
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VLSI EXPERT® stayed committed to my placement even after training ended. The mock interviews and direct recruiter connections gave me confidence to crack my first VLSI interview.
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Rahul Pandey
VLSI Design Engineer
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Choose Your Center

Join us offline near you.

Each center has specific batch schedules and pricing. Visit the center page or contact us directly.

VLSI EXPERT® Center
Noida
Own Center
91Springboard, Block C, Sector 1, Noida, UP 201301
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In Collaboration
Mysuru
Collaboration Center
Gunamba Tower No 579/2, D Subbaiah Rd, Lakshmipuram, Mysuru 570004
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VLSI EXPERT® Center
Bangalore
Own Center
#41-1, 3rd Floor, Bull Temple Rd, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru 560004
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Upcoming
Chennai
Coming Soon
Center launching soon. Register your interest.
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FAQ

Common questions.

What is the duration of FVD?+
FVD runs for 6 to 8 months depending on center, mode (weekday/weekend) and Level Two specialization. Contact us or visit your preferred center page for current batch schedules.
Is Level Zero mandatory?+
Yes. Level Zero is mandatory for all students — it ensures everyone enters Level One on equal footing. Read the full story →
What Synopsys tools will I access?+
Individual 24×7 access to VCS, Verdi, VC Formal, SpyGlass, Design Compiler, Fusion Compiler, IC Compiler II, PrimeTime, StarRCXT, IC Validator, HSPICE and more. Full professional licenses — not demos.
Who conducts the mock interviews?+
Industry professionals — engineers currently working in semiconductor companies. Not faculty. This means you face real questions before your actual interviews.
Can I pause and resume?+
Yes. You can pause and resume without losing progress, tool access or placement support. Speak to your counselor about the terms for your center and batch.
How does pricing work?+
Fees vary by center, mode and batch. We do not publish fees on the website. Contact us directly or visit your nearest center page for current fee information and payment options.
Is placement guaranteed?+
We do not offer guaranteed placement — and any institute that does is not being honest. What we offer is committed support for as long as it takes. We don't close your file until you're placed.
Are there scholarship opportunities?+
Yes. Up to 20% scholarship based on Level Zero performance, attendance, assignments, projects and participation. The base 5% is unlocked on clearing the Level Zero assessment.
Can I join from outside India?+
Yes. The online live program is open to students across India and internationally. We have trained engineers from 15+ countries.
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