IIT Gandhinagar - PG Diploma Program in AI & Agentic AI Engineering
Engineer Scalable, Reliable & Cloud-Ready Data Systems
Start Date
January 2026 (Tentative)
Format
Fully Residential, On-Campus
Duration
6 Months | ~600 Hours (~70% Labs & Projects)
Application Deadline
Fully Residential, On-Campus
Fees
₹6,00,000 - 4.5 L (Tuition Fees)+ 1.5 L (Hostel and Lodging)
Why this program? Because enterprises don’t just need data analysts anymore, they need engineers who can build data systems at scale.
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About IIT Gandhinagar & Program Directors
About IIT Gandhinagar
The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN), established in 2008, is one of India’s youngest IITs and has built a strong reputation for its student-first philosophy, agile curricula, and bold interdisciplinary research culture.
Ranked #25 in NIRF 2025, IITGN sits on a 400-acre eco-friendly campus along the Sabarmati River. It is the first academic campus in India to earn a 5-star GRIHA-LD sustainability rating.
With modern classrooms, cutting-edge labs, and vibrant student culture, IITGN provides a modern IIT experience where ideas move seamlessly from whiteboards to real-world prototypes.
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Residential Experience
@ IIT Gandhinagar
This is not an online course; it’s a fully residential journey designed to shape not just your skills, but also your mindset as a data professional.
What Does Our Program Teach?
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After the Program
Before the Program
Curriculum - 9 Core Modules + 1 Capstone + Interview Readiness
Module 1: Foundations of AI, Data & SQL
Module 1: Foundations of AI, Data & SQL
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Module 2: Applied Mathematics for Data Engineering
Module 2: Applied Mathematics for Data Engineering
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Module 3: ETL Pipelines & Data Architectures
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Module 4: Mastering Big Data
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Module 5: Advanced Analytics & Storytelling
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Module 6: Cloud Data Warehousing & Security
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Module 7: Data Science Meets Engineering
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Module 8: Data Reliability & Observability
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Module 9: Capstone – Scalable Data Solutions
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Module 10: Interview Readiness & Certification Prep
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Skills You’ll Walk Away With…
Tools You’ll Master
Inside India’s AI Clinic
The AI Clinic is where concepts meet execution. It’s your lab, your sandbox, and your proving ground, designed to simulate how enterprises actually build and scale data-driven systems.
Your Career, Our Commitment
From Day 1 to your next role, we guide you at every step.
Diagnostic Test & Evaluations
Start with a test and multiple evaluations to sharpen product thinking and AI skills.
Live Industry Sessions
2-3 monthly Chai Talks, AI workshops, and career discussions with industry leaders.
Exclusive 1:1 Mentorship
Offered for top performers meeting benchmarks, includes personal mentorship and mock interview.
Futurense Breakfast Club
Weekly alumni meetups with case discussions and hiring lead exchanges.
Real Projects at AI Clinic
Work on live RFPs and challenges to build a strong industry-relevant portfolio.
Resume That Gets Shortlisted
Workshops & expert reviews focused on creating resumes tailored for leadership roles.
Mock Interviews & Feedback
Simulated interviews with actionable performance feedback.
Built for People Like You?
Freshers
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Mathematics, or related fields.
Educational Qualification
MCA, M.Sc., or M.Tech graduates with tech/analytics exposure are also eligible.
Grades
Minimum 50% in graduation.
Selection Process
Selection through Application → Pre-Screen Test → Interview.
Freshers
Fresh graduates (B.Tech, B.Sc.) aiming for Data/Analytics roles.
Early-career professionals
Early-career professionals (0-3 years exp.) looking for career acceleration.
Developers and analysts
Developers, analysts & support engineers pivoting into Data/Cloud/MLOps roles.
Anyone who wants IIT Identity + Portfolio
Anyone seeking IIT credibility + a recruiter-verifiable portfolio.
Qualifying Test
What You’ll Be Tested On
Important Guidelines
- 75 minutes, online non-invasive test with MCQs + short coding questions
- No advanced AI knowledge required; designed to test aptitude & readiness
- Mandatory for all applicants to ensure IIT Mandi’s academic standards
Feeling Underconfident about your skills? Brush Up With
Before the core program, all learners go through a structured Bridge Course to level the playing field.
What You’ll Cover:
- Mathematical Foundations for Data Science - Probability, statistics, and linear algebra simplified for practical data analysis.
- Python for Data Analysis - Learn to clean, manipulate, and analyze datasets using libraries like NumPy and Pandas.
- SQL & MySQL Essentials - Master relational database concepts, queries, joins, and transactions to handle structured data.
- Data Visualization Basics - Build effective charts, plots, and dashboards for storytelling with data.
Prompt Engineering & Generative AI Essentials - Leverage LLMs to automate queries, generate insights, and assist in data workflows.
Worth ₹29,000 — included free with your enrollment.
Weekly one hour live online training and 30+ hours of self guided learning
Student Journey
Step 1
Application Submission
Fill out the online form with your academic background, experience, and career goals.
Step 2
Eligibility Screening
Profiles are evaluated to ensure you meet the minimum requirements.
Step 3
Pre-Screening Test
Take an online test covering programming basics, logical reasoning, and AI readiness.
Step 4
Personal Interview
Shortlisted candidates will appear for an interview with program faculty/mentors.
Step 5
Offer & Confirmation
Receive your admission offer and confirm your seat by paying the enrollment fee.
Step 6
Onboarding & Hostel Allocation
Report to IIT Gandhinagar for orientation, campus induction, and the start of your residential journey.
Fee Structure
Upfront Payment
EMI Plan (via NBFC Partners)
Application Token
Tuition Fee
Hostel & Lodging
Certification Fee
Total
- A non-refundable application deposit of ₹5,000 will be adjusted in the total fee. Program fees are refundable only if the student withdraws before the start date. No refunds will be made after the program begins.
- Fees include tuition, hostel, and lodging for the full 6-month residential program at IIT Gandhinagar.
- Deserving candidates opting for the upfront payment plan may be eligible for a scholarship of up to ₹15,000.
- EMI plans available through NBFC partners with flexible tenures (6, 9, 12, or 24 months).
Low-Cost EMI Options
6, 9, 12 & 24 months tenure available
NBFC Partners
Propelld, Avanse, Northern ARC and more.
Payment Modes
UPI, Netbanking, Credit/Debit Cards
Roles That’ll Be Looking For You
Data Engineer
₹8-22 LPA
Cloud Data Engineer
₹10-25 LPA
Analytics Engineer
₹9 LPA
MLOps Engineer
₹12-30 LPA
Data Platform Engineer
₹12-32 LPA
Led by the Futurense Leadership Council (FLC)
Get mentored by industry leaders from global enterprises who are shaping the future of AI & Data Engineering.
A V Rahul
Director, Analytics, - Barracuda
Aditya Khandekar
President, Corridor Platforms
Akshay Kumar
Research & Analytics Leader
Alok Tiwari
Director of Analytics, Junglee Games
Anand Das
Chief Digital & AI Officer, TVS Motors
Aneel kumar
Global Chapter Leader - ICSS, DD&T
Anirban Nandi
Head of AI Products & Analytics (Vice President), Rakuten India
Ankit Mogra
Director – Insights & Analytics, Ather Energy
Anupam Gupta
Independent Consultant – AI/ML Product Development, Amplify Health
Arpit Agarwal
Data Science Manager, Google
Arvind Balasundram
Executive Director, Commercial Insights & Analytics
Ashish Dabas
Vice President, Capital One
Bhairav M
Senior Manager Data Science and Product Management
Bhargab Dutta
Chief Digital Officer, Centuryply
Deepa Mahesh
Head of Strategy & Operations, Board Member
Divesh Singla
SVP, Global Operations Services and Managing Director, India & Philippines, SignantHealth
Indrani Goswami
Director of Analytics, NYKAA
Ishu Jain
Head of Analytics
Kaushik Das
Managing Director, JCPenney
Krithika Muthukrishnan
Chief Data Science Officer, Scripbox
Madhu Hosadurga
Global Vice President, Enterprise AI, Schneider Electric
Madhurima Agarwal
Managing Director - Microsoft for Startups
Monica S Pirgal
Chief Executive Officer, Bhartiya Converge
Muthumari S
Global Head of Data & AI Studio
Nithya Subramanian
Senior Director Data & AI COE - Best Buy
Nitin Srivastava
Global Head of Data and Analytics, Dr. Martens plc
Pankaj Rai
Group Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Aditya Birla Group
Pankaj Srivastava
Partner, PwC
Praveen Sathyadev
Head - EU/UK Business Growth (VP) - Analytics, Insights and AI, Course5i
Ruchika Singh
Director, Data Science & Insights, Spotify
Satyakam Mohanty
Founder & Managing Partner, Wyser
Saurabh Agarwal
Chief Executive Officer
Saurabh Kumar
Director - Data Engineering
Sharmistha Chaterjee
Executive Engineering Manager - Head of Software and Systems Engineering, Commonwealth Bank
Shirsha Ray Chaudhuri
Director of Engineering
Srini Oduru
Head of IT Delivery and Operations, Cervello India
Sulabh Jain
Chief Analytics Officer
Sumon Mal
Head of Backend Engineering, Sony LIV
Supria Dhanda
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Wyser
Swati Jain
Partner - Digital, AI & Analytics, Deloitte
Tushar Chahal
Chief Technology Officer, Numisma Bank
Tushar Sahu
Director Engineering, Google
Vidhi Chugh
AI Executive | Microsoft MVP
Vishal Nagpal
Director of Data and AI at Best Buy
Vishal Nagpal
Director of Data and AI at Best Buy
Vidhi Chugh
AI Executive | Microsoft MVP
Tushar Sahu
Director Engineering, Google
Tushar Chahal
Chief Technology Officer, Numisma Bank
Swati Jain
Partner - Digital, AI & Analytics, Deloitte
Supria Dhanda
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Wyser
Sumon Mal
Head of Backend Engineering, Sony LIV
Sulabh Jain
Chief Analytics Officer
Srini Oduru
Head of IT Delivery and Operations, Cervello India
Shirsha Ray Chaudhuri
Director of Engineering
Sharmistha Chaterjee
Executive Engineering Manager - Head of Software and Systems Engineering, Commonwealth Bank
Saurabh Kumar
Director - Data Engineering
Saurabh Agarwal
Chief Executive Officer
Satyakam Mohanty
Founder & Managing Partner, Wyser
Ruchika Singh
Director, Data Science & Insights, Spotify
Praveen Sathyadev
Head - EU/UK Business Growth (VP) - Analytics, Insights and AI, Course5i
Pankaj Srivastava
Partner, PwC
Pankaj Rai
Group Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Aditya Birla Group
Nitin Srivastava
Global Head of Data and Analytics, Dr. Martens plc
Nithya Subramanian
Senior Director Data & AI COE - Best Buy
Muthumari S
Global Head of Data & AI Studio
Monica S Pirgal
Chief Executive Officer, Bhartiya Converge
Madhurima Agarwal
Managing Director - Microsoft for Startups
Madhu Hosadurga
Global Vice President, Enterprise AI, Schneider Electric
Krithika Muthukrishnan
Chief Data Science Officer, Scripbox
Kaushik Das
Managing Director, JCPenney
Ishu Jain
Head of Analytics
Indrani Goswami
Director of Analytics, NYKAA
Divesh Singla
SVP, Global Operations Services and Managing Director, India & Philippines, SignantHealth
Deepa Mahesh
Head of Strategy & Operations, Board Member
Bhargab Dutta
Chief Digital Officer, Centuryply
Bhairav M
Senior Manager Data Science and Product Management
Ashish Dabas
Vice President, Capital One
Arvind Balasundram
Executive Director, Commercial Insights & Analytics
Arpit Agarwal
Data Science Manager, Google
Anupam Gupta
Independent Consultant – AI/ML Product Development, Amplify Health
Ankit Mogra
Director – Insights & Analytics, Ather Energy
Anirban Nandi
Head of AI Products & Analytics (Vice President), Rakuten India
Aneel kumar
Global Chapter Leader - ICSS, DD&T
Anand Das
Chief Digital & AI Officer, TVS Motors
Alok Tiwari
Director of Analytics, Junglee Games
Akshay Kumar
Research & Analytics Leader
Aditya Khandekar
President, Corridor Platforms
A V Rahul
Director, Analytics, - Barracuda
Ready to Engineer the World’s Data Systems?
Applications are open now. Don’t miss your chance to earn an IIT Gandhinagar PG Diploma and step into tomorrow’s data-driven careers.
Frequently Asked Questions
We know you might have some questions before getting started in our platform
What is the name of the program and who offers it?
The program is titled Minor Program in Fullstack AI Engineering, which is offered collaboratively by CCE, IIT Mandi and Futurense Technologies.
What is the duration of the program and when does it start?
11 months, January 2026 (Tentative)
What makes this program unique compared to other AI certifications?
This program focuses on producing complete AI product engineers rather than just data scientists. Key differentiators include:
1. End-to-end development: Hands-on experience with frontend technologies (React / Streamlit) and backend APIs.
2. Complete deployment stack: Covers MLOps, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud integration for deploying scalable AI applications.
3. Advanced AI concepts: Specialized training in Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, and Agentic AI systems.
4. Job readiness focus: Incorporates competitive coding and interview preparation to ensure practical skills and employability.
5. Structured capstone project: Students integrate their learnings into a real-world project with GitHub portfolio integration for professional showcase.
What is the medium of instruction?
The program will be conducted entirely in English.
What are the eligibility criteria to apply?
- A minimum of 50% marks in the previous semester or graduation.
- Candidates must pass a pre-screening test to assess their readiness for the program.
Who should ideally enroll in this program?
This program is ideal for:
1. Students who have completed their 12th grade or equivalent education with a minimum of 60%
2. Undergrad students from BTech/BE/BS/BCA and BSc in Computer Science, Electronics, or related branches.
3. MCA, M.Sc, M.Tech or MBA learners with exposure to programming, analytics, and systems
4. Aspiring engineers and early-career tech professionals eager to specialize in Fullstack AI Engineering
Is there a pre-screening exam, and is coding knowledge required?
Yes, a pre-screening exam will be conducted. Applicants should have a basic understanding of coding
(preferably in Python), as this knowledge is essential for the program.
What is the cost of the pre-screening/qualifier test?
The pre-screening or qualifier test costs ₹49, which is non-refundable and not included in the program
fees.
What documents are required for application?
Candidates will need to submit the following documents :
1. Aadhar Card
2. Date of Birth (DOB) as per Aadhar (DD /MM/YYYY)
3. Resume
4. Graduation Marksheet and Degree Certificate (cross-verified with scores entered in the application portal)
5. 10th & 12th Marksheets
6. Previous Experience Letter, Offer Letter, and Salary Slip (if applicable)
Will I receive a CCE, IIT Mandi ID card and official email ID?
Yes, you will receive an ID card and an official email ID from CCE, IIT Mandi after signing an under taking for the duration of the program. These will be provided to you to facilitate your academic and program-related
activities.
How is the teaching format structured?
The program will be delivered online through live sessions on Saturdays and Sundays each for 3 hours. The sessions will be scheduled based on the faculty's availability.
What are the key modules covered in the curriculum?
The curriculum covers a comprehensive range of topics, including:
1. Python Programming
2. Data Engineering (SQL, APIs, pipelines)
3. Machine Learning and Statistical Models
4. Unsuper vised Learning
5. Deep Learning (with tools like HuggingFace)
6. Generative AI and Prompt Engineering
7. Agentic AI Systems (LangChain, RAG, Autogen)
8. Frontend Development (React/Streamlit)
9. Backend APIs and MLOps
10. CI/CD and Deployment Workflows
11. Integrated Capstone Project
What AI tools and platforms will I learn?
Throughout the program, students will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools and
platforms:
1. HuggingFace for Deep Learning
2. LangChain, RAG, and Autogen for Agentic AI
3. Streamlit and React for UI Development
4. MLOps Pipelines and CI/CD tools for scalable deployments
5. GitHub for version control and collaboration
Will I get a certificate after completing the program?
Yes you will receive a cer tificate from IIT Mandi post completion of the program criteria
Will the program include practical exercises?
Yes, the program will emphasize hands-on learning through practical coding exercises, mini-projects, and
real-world datasets. Students will gain experience with actual AI tools and platforms used in the industry.
How does the program ensure industry readiness?
The curriculum integrates real-world industry applications, AI product development, and job-preparation modules. Competitive coding, hands-on experience, and a structured capstone project
ensure that students are ready to face industry challenges head-on.
How will the capstone project be structured?
The capstone project will require students to integrate their learnings throughout the course into a comprehensive, real-world project.
Is there any industry collaboration during the program?
Yes, the program features collaborations with industry partners to provide students with practical exposure to real-world A I problems and applications. Guest lectures, case studies, and live project opportunities will be integrated into the curriculum.
What is the total fee and what does it include?
The total program fee is Rs 70,000 (includes Rs 4,000 non refundable - application fees)
This fee covers:
1. Tuition fees
2. Capstone project and its assessment
3. Certification upon successful completion
Note: Additional fees may apply for optional campus immersion.
Are there financing or loan options available?
Yes, Futurense has tie-ups with leading education financing companies such as Propelld, Avanse, IDFC, and ICICI. These par tnerships offer financing solutions for eligible candidates.
What documents are needed for loan applications?
For education financing or self-funding, candidates will need:
1. Aadhaar & PAN card
2. Last 3 months ' bank statements
3. Salary slips (if employed)
4. Graduation mark sheets
5. Photograph (ID )
Can I self-fund the program?
Yes, candidates have the option to self-fund the program either partially or in full, without the need for a
loan.
Is there any EMI plan available, if yes, what is the structure?
The EMI fee structure for the Minor Program in Fullstack AI Engineering
is as follows :
1. Monthly EMI: ₹8,800 for 9 months
2. One-time payment: ₹4,000 (Application fees - non refundable)
Is campus immersion mandatory?
No, campus immersion is optional.
It is designed for students who wish to experience in-person learning
at CCE, IIT Mandi.
What is the cost of the optional campus immersion?
The cost for campus immersion will be communicated by CCE, IIT Mandi at a later date. This will cover expenses related to accommodation, food, and other logistical arrangements during the immersion.
Will hostel accommodation be provided?
Yes, hostel accommodation will be provided by CCE, IIT Mandi.
What job roles can I expect after completing the program?
Graduates of this program will be well-prepared for the following roles :
1. Fullstack AI Engineer
2. Generative AI Application Developer
3. MLOps /Deployment Engineer
4. AI Software Developer
5. Prompt Engineer
6. Back end API Developer (with AI integration)
7. Frontend Developer (with AI integration)
Will there be any support after completion of the program?
Yes, upon completing the program, graduates will receive career suppor t from Futurense, including mock
inter views, CV reviews, and job placement assistance.