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MSBTE black book format for capstone project

MSBTE diploma black book format for the K-scheme Capstone Project (CPE 316004): chapter order, certificates, page setup, diagrams, logbook and submission checklist.

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What is the MSBTE black book format?

The MSBTE black book is the report for the sixth semester Capstone Project (CPE, 316004). It contains the certificate, acknowledgement, abstract, index, introduction, literature survey, scope and methodology, design details, implementation, results, applications, conclusion, future scope and references, along with the project logbook.

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An editable black book layout. Rename the chapters to match your institute's capstone format.

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Capstone in K-scheme at a glance

ItemDetail
CourseCapstone Project (CPE), code 316004
SemesterSixth
Credits / marks2 credits, 150 marks
Linked courseSeminar and Project Initiation Course (SPI, 315003) in semester five, where the topic is chosen and planned

Chapter order

  1. Cover page and title page
  2. Certificate signed by guide, HOD, principal and external examiner
  3. Acknowledgement and abstract
  4. Index, list of figures and tables
  5. Chapter 1: Introduction and background of the project
  6. Chapter 2: Literature survey of existing systems
  7. Chapter 3: Scope of the project
  8. Chapter 4: Methodology: block diagram, flow chart, design details
  9. Chapter 5: Details of design, working and processes
  10. Chapter 6: Results and applications
  11. Chapter 7: Conclusion and future scope
  12. References and bibliography
  13. Annexure: project logbook or weekly progress sheets

Page setup

  • A4, Times New Roman 12 pt, 1.5 spacing
  • Left margin 1.5 inch for binding
  • Black hard binding with gold embossing unless your institute specifies otherwise
  • 40 to 80 pages is typical for a diploma group project

What external examiners check

  • Whether every group member can explain the block diagram
  • Whether the logbook shows week-by-week progress
  • Whether results are your own readings or outputs
  • Whether cost, bill of materials or hardware and software requirements are listed
  • Whether references are real and cited

FAQs

What is the capstone project course code in MSBTE K-scheme?

Capstone Project is CPE, course code 316004, in the sixth semester with 2 credits and 150 marks.

Is a logbook compulsory with the MSBTE black book?

Yes. The weekly progress record signed by your guide is normally checked along with the report.

How many students are in an MSBTE capstone group?

Usually three to four, as decided by the department.

Last reviewed: 2026-10-11. Always follow the format your own department gives you.

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