PG Certificate Program in GenAI/Agentic AI and ML Applications for Engineers
Become the AI-First Leader Every Company Will Need
Start Date
January, 2025
Duration
17 Weeks
Course Fee
₹1.25 Lakhs + GST
Mode
Live Online
Campus Immersion
2-Day Optional On-Campus at IIT Roorkee
Built with, Taught by, and Trusted by Industry
Program Highlights
What Makes You Hirable Is Changing. Fast
AI isn’t a plug-and-play solution
Companies need leaders who can redesign workflows around agentic systems—not just buy tools.
51%
AI project failures to leadership gaps in governance and risk frameworks.
But McKinsey isn’t the only one ringing the alarm.
80%
Global C-suite study reveals 80% of executives now define great managers as those who can lead AI-first workflows responsibly.
Wondering? How many such leaders Exists today
Blueprism makes it clear: most companies still lack leaders equipped to safely run agentic AI systems.
This is exactly what
program builds
About IIT Roorkee
Established in 1847, IIT Roorkee is India’s oldest technical institution, ranked NIRF #6 With a legacy rooted in STEM excellence, its AI research spans applied collaborations with ISRO, CSIR, and industry labs.
Unlike general management programs, IIT Roorkee blends deep technical learning with strategic business insight, built for professionals ready to lead real AI transformation. And in a world where hybrid skills are now the biggest barrier to AI success, this IIT delivers the credibility, curriculum, and capability that future-ready business leaders need.
Director
Appointed Director in 2022, Prof. Kamal Kishore Pant is shaping IIT Roorkee into a global force in applied AI and interdisciplinary innovation. Under his leadership, the institute launched the Mehta Family School of Data Science & AI, introduced AI/ML courses across departments, and doubled AI-specialized enrollments.
He’s championing AI-powered healthcare, smart infrastructure, and startup innovation, driving global collaborations like the KU-IITR Joint Lab with Kyoto University for AI in chem-bioinformatics and eye vision research.
Prof. Pant envisions IIT Roorkee as a launchpad for entrepreneurial AI leaders—bridging technical excellence with business impact through partnerships with Google, Microsoft, and leading hospitals.
Program Director
The rapid advancements in AI, particularly in Agentic and Generative AI, are redefining engineering. For future engineers, mastering these technologies is not just an opportunity but a necessity. At IIT Roorkee, we nurture talent that combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of societal needs. This program prepares students and researchers to lead in this transformative era, driving solutions that are impactful, sustainable, and inclusive.
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.
Curriculum-Build What Businesses Need.
Module 1: The Building Blocks of Agentic AI & GenAI
Module 1: The Building Blocks of Agentic AI & GenAI
- Foundations of Agentic AI and GenAI - Case study: Use-case comparisons (ChatGPT vs AutoGPT vs AgentOps)
- AI Fundamentals - Hands-on: Train a small classification model on open dataset (e.g., MNIST)
- Transformer Architectures - Visual walkthrough: Transformer mechanism with real text
- Prompt Engineering - Prompt tuning: Try few-shot prompting for classification and summarization tasks
- Advanced Prompting - Build: Agent that solves puzzles using CoT and ReAct
Module 2: How to Build Scalable, No-Code AI Agents for Real-World Use
Module 2: How to Build Scalable, No-Code AI Agents for Real-World Use
- Memory and Planning - Lab: Implement memory with LangChain in a FAQ bot
- Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) - Lab: Create a document-based Q&A bot using RAG
- Agents with Tools: Connecting Thinking to Doing - Build: Agent that uses weather, calculator, and search APIs
- Multimodal Models - Demo: Use GPT-4V to analyze image and generate report
- Open Source vs Proprietary - Compare: Build same app on OpenAI vs Mistral using Ollama
- Architecture for Scale - Workshop: Design your LLM app architecture
Module 3: How to Automate, Decide, and Transform Business with GenAI
Module 3: How to Automate, Decide, and Transform Business with GenAI
- Problem Structuring - Activity: Translate a domain-specific problem into an agent workflow using prompt maps
- Value & Feasibility Mapping - Case: Evaluate 5 proposed use cases and score them using feasibility matrices
- Decision Loops - Workshop: Design a human-in-the-loop feedback system for loan approvals
- AI-Augmented Judgment - Simulation: Use an LLM to provide multiple decision options and validate outcomes
- Process Redesign - Activity: Redesign a sales pipeline with autonomous agents
- Co-Pilot Patterns - Lab: Design a UI flow + prompt architecture for a support assistant
- Data Readiness - Lab: Convert messy documents into vector-searchable knowledge base
- Tech Stack Evaluation - Group Activity: Choose a stack for BFSI, E-Commerce, and Health Tech use cases
- Data Bias & Fairness - Case: Detect and mitigate bias in hiring chatbot data
- Ensuring Issues of Security, Fairness, and Policy - Audit: Run output fairness test on AI-generated text
- Governance & Guardrails - Simulation: Setup policy scenarios and test for failures
Module 4: Build Human-AI Teams That Work
Module 4: Build Human-AI Teams That Work
- AI-Human Teams - Workshop: Design a collaborative workflow for sales + AI agent co-ownership
- Escalation & Failure Handling - Lab: Build an AI agent with three fallback flows for wrong or ambiguous outputs
- AI Ethics & Societal Impact - Reflective Exercise: Design a responsible use charter for your org
- Final Integration Workshop - Capstone Planning: Break into teams, ideate your final capstone idea
Module 5: How to Apply Agentic AI Across Business Functions
Module 5: How to Apply Agentic AI Across Business Functions
- Sales Funnel Agents - Build: Lead scoring agent using CRM and GPT
- Content & Campaigns - Hands-on: Use AI to create personalized landing pages and email sequences
- Support Automation - Lab: Build a support chatbot with tone-aware responses and human fallback
- Feedback Analysis - Build: AI-powered CSAT analyzer using survey data (JSON/CSV)
- Roadmapping for Product Management - Workshop: Generate and prioritize product features from real user feedback
- Feature Co-Pilots - Lab: Create a feature onboarding co-pilot for a digital product
- Churn & Retention - Build: Predict churn from user history and trigger retention nudges
- Journey Mapping - Lab: Map and simulate customer journeys using AI-triggered workflows
- Pricing Co-Pilots - Workshop: Build a basic LLM-powered pricing assistant with rules + overrides
- Revenue Insights - Build: AI dashboard that highlights revenue gaps and suggests actions
- Sales/Support Integration - Lab: Build a unified agent across CRM and Support tools
- AI Across the Customer Lifecycle - Simulation: Deploy and simulate complete agentic customer lifecycle loop
- Product + Revenue Loop - Build: Growth agent that monitors feature usage and recommends pricing tweaks
- Organization Design - Group Workshop: Design an agent deployment roadmap for a mid-size company
Is this Program the Right Fit for you?
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution. STEM background preferred.
Work Experience
Minimum 1 year preferred. Freshers with strong motivation may also apply.
Academic Performance
Minimum 50% aggregate in graduation.
Tech Requirement
No coding background required. Having one is a bonus.
Selection Process
All applicaAll applicants must clear a short pre-screening test.nts must clear a short pre-screening test
Application Process
Step 1
Submit Your Application Online
Submit your application form with academic and professional details.
Step 2
Take the Pre-Screening Test
Attempt a short test to assess your foundational understanding of AI, cloud, and programming.
Step 3
Profile Review & Shortlisting
Your application and test results will be reviewed by the admissions panel.
Step 4
Interview (If Applicable)
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a 1:1 interview to evaluate fit and motivation
Step 5
Receive Admission Offer
Selected candidates will receive an official offer letter from the admissions team
Step 6
Confirm Your Seat
Block your seat by completing the enrollment process and payment.
Step 7
Become Certified by IIT Roorkee
Upon successful completion of your journey, receive your Advanced Certification in GenAI and Agentic AI from IIT Roorkee
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Autonomous Process Engineer, AI Operations Architect, AI Supply Chain Optimizer, AIOps Specialist[IIT Roorkee]
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Sharmistha Chaterjee
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Saurabh Kumar
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Chief Executive Officer
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Ruchika Singh
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Praveen Sathyadev
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Pankaj Srivastava
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Nitin Srivastava
Global Head of Data and Analytics, Dr. Martens plc
Nithya Subramanian
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Madhu Hosadurga
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Indrani Goswami
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Divesh Singla
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Deepa Mahesh
Head of Strategy & Operations, Board Member
Bhargab Dutta
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Bhairav M
Senior Manager Data Science and Product Management
Ashish Dabas
Vice President, Capital One
Arvind Balasundram
Executive Director, Commercial Insights & Analytics
Arpit Agarwal
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Anupam Gupta
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Frequently Asked Questions
We know you might have some questions before getting started in our platform
What is the name of the certificate program, and which IIT offers it?
The program is called "Advanced PG Certificate Program in GenAI and AgenticAI".
It is offered by , one of India’s top-tier IITs.
What are the eligibility criteria for this program, and who should ideally enroll?
This program is ideal for candidates with a solid foundation in mathematics and programming, along with a strong interest in technology. Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
1. A 3 to 4-year undergraduate degree in a STEM field (such as BSc or BTech
2. Exposure to programming and computing, either through academic coursework or professional/project experienc
3. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their undergraduate program
4. While 1 year of work experience is preferred, well-qualified fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply
How can I apply to the PG Certificate Program in GenAI and Agentic AI
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When will the application process to the program start?
The application process for CEC, IIT Roorkee’s PG Certificate Program has already begun.
What is the program's fee, and what financing options are available?
The program fee is ₹1.25 lakhs + 18% GST.
Financial options include loans available for 6-month and 12-month terms with a minimal interest rate
Is there a selection process?
Yes. Admission to the program requires clearing a pre-screening exam and meeting the eligibility criteria
What are the documents to be submitted for application?
While the exact list is not provided for this program, similar IIT Roorkee programs typically require:
1. Application form
2. ID proof
3. Educational certificates (Class 10th, 12th, Graduation)
4. Work experience certificates (if applicable)
5. Passport-size photograph
Note: The same may apply unless otherwise stated
Will there be any pre-screen exams for enrolling in the Program?
Yes. The CyberScreener (IGT) is a 2-hour readiness test with MCQs and coding tasks.
Should I have experience in coding to qualify the pre-screening exam?
No. Programming knowledge is not mandatory, thought having programming knowledge is beneficial. Futurense provides a Bridge Course covering Python basics, prompt engineering, and AI tool usage to help bridge the gap before the actual course commencement
How is the teaching format structured for this hybrid program?
1. Live online weekend classes: 3 hours each on Saturday and Sunday. (Final schedule will be shared based on faculty availability and discretion)
2. Includes labs, hands-on tools, real-world cybersecurity exercises.
3. 2–3 days of dedicated CISSP exam preparation workshops, conducted online by industry mentors
4. Optional 3-day campus immersion at IIT Roorkee.
5. Curriculum is aligned with CISSP and CEH competencies, quipping learners for global certifications.
What if I can t take 3-day of leave at a stretch from my office for the Campus Immersion?
The Campus immersion is optional, so attendance is not mandatory.
Will there be any additional cost for attending the optional 3-day CEC IITRoorkee campus immersion?
Yes. The campus immersion cost is ₹10,000 + taxes.
Will hostel accommodation be provided for outstation candidates from different states during immersion?
Hostel accommodation may be provided either on campus or off campus, depending on the availability of facilities.
How do industry leaders and the Futurense Leadership Council (FLC) contribute to the program?
Industry experts from Google, Microsoft, Infosys, Lenskart, AmEx, and more teach live sessions.
The Futurense Leadership Council offers:
1. Masterclasses
2. Mentorship
3. Real-world MarTech case walkthroughs
50% of sessions are taught by industry faculty, ensuring applied learning
What areas of AI does this program cover, and how does it integrate traditional AI, generative AI, and agentic AI?
The program covers:
1. Traditional AI: Marketing analytics, automation, ML-based personalization
2. Generative AI: Tools like ChatGPT, Jasper, Claude, Gemini for content, campaigns, and strategy
3. Agentic AI: Frameworks for building autonomous, AI-driven marketing journeys and user experiences
Why is agentic AI called the next big thing in AI technology?
Agentic AI allows systems to make decisions, learn from feedback, and autonomously execute tasks, which is critical for real time security, dynamic response, and continues lerning in cybersecurity operations.
What is the difference between traditional AI, generative AI, and agentic AI?
1. Traditional AI: Uses structured data for fixed tasks.
2. Generative AI: Creates text, images, code (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude)
3. Agentic AI: Autonomous agents that make decisions, adapt, and operate independently.
How are agentic AI systems used across industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and telecom?
1. Healthcare: Automates diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
2. Manufacturing: Enables process optimization and predictive maintenance.
3. Telecom: Powers AI-driven customer support and network optimization.
How does having skills in generative AI and agentic AI impact salary and job prospects?
Professionals with GenAI and Agentic AI skills see:
1. 40–60% salary hikes
2. Entry-level packages from ₹6–12 LPA
3. Roles paying up to 35+LPA in metro cities and GCCs
Source: Salary insights referenced from AnalytixLabs 2025 AI Salary Report and Boston Institute of Analytics 2025 Industry Trends.
How does this program align with the rapid adoption of generative AI by companies like Infosys, TCS, and startups?
1. Companies are establishing GenAI labs and AI agents in both metros and tier-2 cities
2. The program prepares professionals to meet rising demand for AI-literate marketers in sectors like e-commerce, SaaS, fintech, and edtech
What is the projected market value of generative AI by 2032, and what percentage of enterprises are prioritizing its adoption?
1. Projected market value: $1.3 trillion by 2032
2. 74% of enterprises are prioritizing GenAI adoption (Gartner, 2024)
Source: Figures based on projections from Bloomberg Intelligence and enterprise adoption data from Gartner (2025).
How does India rank in terms of startups and initiatives focusing on generative AI and agentic AI?
India is a leading hub for AI innovation, with $600M+ raised in GenAI startups in 2024 alone.
Source: Based on analysis by NASSCOM on India s GenAI startup ecosystem.
What trends in tier 2 cities in India (e.g., Coimbatore, Jaipur) highlight the growth of AI related job roles?
Tier 2 cities are experiencing a 35%+ hiring surge due to companies like TCS and Infosys setting up GenAI labs, expanding opportunities for both freshers and mid career professionals.
Source: Hiring data from foundit Insights (June 2025) and GetWork report (May 2024).
Can I self-fund this program?
Yes. If you or your family are funding the program, you can choose to self-fund either partially or in full.
Does Futurense help with loans?
Yes. Futurense has partnered with various financial institutes to offer financial assistance
What is the interest rate on the loans?
Interest rates vary depending on the repayment plan and financial partner. Rates are described as reasonable and competitive considering the recent rise in unsecured loan rates in India.
What are the documents I should keep handy?
Student's Documents:
1. PAN
2. Aadhar
3. Last 3 months’ bank statements
Income Documents
Last 3 months’ payslips