IIT Guwahati offers online undergraduate degree, Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, through the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, IITG. IITG has been ranked 7 under the ‘Engineering’ category and 9 under the Overall category by the by the NIRF Ranking 2024. The demand for roles in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) surged recently, reflecting a shift towards more specialised skill sets.
IIT Guwahati’s BSc (Hon) in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Programme Highlights
- This programme is designed to prepare students to meet the demands of the industry. Upon completion, the students will be well-equipped with essential qualifications, skills, and resources to pursue various roles in the technology sector. It will be online and offered on Coursera platform targeting the international learners too.
- Students admitted to the programme may choose their pace and course of study. He/she can register to lesser number of courses than prescribed in a given trimester.
- It is designed for working professionals for enhancing their skills on the contemporary technologies as well as for those who have recently completed Class XII.
- It facilitates optional 4-week campus immersion plan for hands-on training at IIT Guwahati. The programme has multi-entry and multi-exit options.
| Total Fee for BSc (Hons) in Data Science & AI | Amount (in INR) |
|---|---|
| Admission Fee | Rs. 50,000 |
| Tuition Fee (4 year programme) | Rs. 2,99,000 |
| Total Fee | Rs. 3,49,00 |
Breakup of Course Fee at Various Exit Points
| Programme | Credits | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Certificate in Data Science and AI | 80 | Rs. 1,30,000 |
| Diploma in Data Science and AI | 159 | Rs. 2,09,000 |
| B.Sc. in Data Science and AI | 235 | Rs. 2,85,000 |
| B.Sc. (Honours) in Data Science and AI | 299 | Rs. 3,49,000 |
Important Dates
| Deadline/ Event | September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Application Open | April 14, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | May 30, 2025 |
| Class Start | September 1, 2025 |
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Eligibility & Admission
- Eligibility: Class XII or equivalent with at least 60% marks and Mathematics as one of the compulsory subjects.
- Admission:
- Eligible candidates will be required to enroll into an online course, based on basic Mathematics, developed specifically for this program.
- Applicants will be ranked using a Composite Score that considers their performance in Class X, XII, and the online course.
- Admission will be given based on the rank obtained.
- Alternatively, applicants eligible to appear in JEE (Adv) and have registered for it (in any year) will be given direct admission.
