★ Approved by the CCE Committee, IISc Bengaluru ★ Est. 1975

Centre for Continuing Education · IISc Bangalore

Curriculum Plans & Structure

A rigorous, research-driven postgraduate degree from India’s foremost science and technology institution — designed exclusively for working professionals, delivered 100% online.

Programmes Offered
3 Specialisations
AI · Data Science & BA · Electronics & CE
Admissions 2026
Now Open
Accepting Applications
Programme Fee
₹8.8L – ₹10.0L
Total fee · Stream-dependent · EMI available
Programme Streams

Three Specialised Disciplines

Each stream is taught by IISc faculty and leading industry practitioners, with a curriculum aligned to current and emerging professional demands.

Artificial Intelligence

01 · Stream
Commenced August 2021

Deep mathematical and systems-level mastery of AI — from probabilistic models to production-scale intelligent systems.

Machine LearningDeep LearningNLPComputer Vision

Data Science & Business Analytics

02 · Stream
Commenced August 2021

Statistical rigour combined with business intelligence tools to transform raw data into strategic organisational decisions.

Statistical ModellingData EngineeringBI & Visualisation

Electronics & Communication Engineering

03 · Stream
Commenced August 2021

Advanced hardware and systems engineering from VLSI design through wireless communication, embedded systems and IoT architectures.

VLSI DesignSignal ProcessingEmbedded SystemsIoT
Programme Architecture

Structure & Duration

Four semesters with a final capstone project integrating domain expertise with IISc academic rigour.

Degree AwardedM.Tech from IISc Bangalore
Duration2 Years · 4 Semesters
Delivery Mode100% Online
Credit SystemCGPA-based Assessment
Capstone ProjectSemester 4 · Industry-linked
EligibilityB.E / B.Tech (60%+) · 2 Yrs Exp
SponsorshipCompany MoA with IISc Required
ConvocationOn-Campus · IISc Bangalore
Investment

Programme Fee

Fee varies by stream. Sponsoring companies access institutional pricing and structured payment options.

Total Programme Fee
₹8.8L – ₹10.0L
Inclusive of all academic charges · GST as applicable
AI Stream₹10.0 Lakhs
DSBA Stream₹9.5 Lakhs
ECE Stream₹8.8 Lakhs
Admission Criteria

Eligibility at a Glance

All three conditions must be met. The programme is designed for sponsored working professionals.

Academic Qualification

60%

Minimum aggregate in B.E / B.Tech or equivalent in Engineering, Technology, or allied sciences from a recognised institution.

Work Experience

2+ Yrs

Minimum two years of full-time professional experience in a relevant domain, obtained after the qualifying degree.

Company Sponsorship

MoA Required

Must be sponsored by a current employer with a valid Memorandum of Agreement in place with IISc CCE.

Student & Applicant Resources

Important Information

Student Guidelines

All enrolled students must adhere to policies in the Official Student Handbook — covering academic conduct, attendance, examination norms, and grade requirements.
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Project Guidelines

The Semester 4 Capstone Project is a core degree requirement. Guidelines cover topic selection, supervisor allocation, milestone submissions, and final viva evaluation criteria.
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Courses — January 2026

The course schedule for January 2026 is now available. View course codes, credits, faculty, and assessment patterns for all offered modules.
View January 2026 Courses →

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers on admissions timelines, sponsorship requirements, examination formats, degree equivalence, and the MoA process for companies.
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Sponsoring Companies & MoA

View companies with an active MoA with IISc CCE, or download the sponsorship letter template to initiate the agreement process.

Expression of Interest

File an Expression of Interest ahead of formal admissions. The iKen team will reach out with programme details and next steps.

Admissions Brochure 2025

Comprehensive PDF covering all streams, eligibility, fee structure, written test syllabus, and the complete MoA onboarding process.

Admissions 2026 · Now Open

Ready to earn your M.Tech from IISc?

Seats for the 2026 batch are limited and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Reach out to the iKen office for guidance on sponsorship and eligibility.