The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT-Kanpur) has announced the initiation of its new online postgraduate programs, including MTech, MSc, and Postgraduate Diploma (PG Diploma). These programs are designed to enhance accessibility to advanced technical and analytical education for professionals and graduates nationwide. According to an official announcement, applications for these programs commenced on October 5, 2025.
The institute states that this initiative signifies the enhancement of IIT Kanpur’s outreach and academic innovation efforts, allowing working professionals and students to pursue advanced degrees and diplomas while maintaining their current engagements.
IIT-Kanpur Online Programme Offerings and Structure:
The new online offerings include M.Tech programmes in Wireless Networks & Machine Learning, RF Engineering, and Microelectronics & VLSI; M.Sc programmes in Economics and Data Analytics; and PG Diplomas in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Cyber Security, and Renewable Energy Technologies.
These programmes have been designed to combine flexible digital delivery with IIT Kanpur’s academic standards, offering learners direct interaction with faculty through live sessions and mentorship.
The duration of study will range from two to four years for M.Tech and M.Sc, and one to two years for PG Diplomas, depending on individual pace and course structure.
Students who complete the courses successfully will receive senate-approved degrees and diplomas, which will be awarded during IIT Kanpur’s convocation.
They will also gain access to the institute’s global alumni network, providing opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
Online Programmes: Admission Process and Eligibility
Admission to these online programs will be based on a minimum eligibility criterion of 55% marks or a 5.5 CPI in the qualifying degree. Candidates can apply through valid national-level test scores such as GATE, JAM, CEED, CAT, GRE, or GMAT, depending on the specific program and department requirements. Alternatively, candidates can also appear for IIT Kanpur’s own online entrance exam.
Departments may set additional requirements such as academic background, professional experience, or an interview. According to the official release, professionals with more than five years of relevant work experience, as well as candidates nominated or sponsored by government or defence organisations, may be exempted from the entrance exam.
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