Seat: 45

MTech in Computer Science and Engineering with Specialization in Artificial Intelligence is designed to address the rapidly growing demand for skilled professionals in AI, a field that continues to expand significantly, with the global AI market projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of approximately 27–30% between 2025 and 2030, increasing from about $244 billion in 2025 to nearly $827 billion by 2030. The program aims to bridge the gap between industry needs and the availability of trained experts by equipping students with advanced knowledge and practical expertise in AI technologies. It focuses on intelligence exhibited by machines and promotes a hybrid intelligence approach, where AI systems work collaboratively with humans to solve complex problems. The program emphasizes both technical depth and an understanding of social and human perspectives, enabling students to design intelligent systems that are effective, responsible, and impactful across industries.

The curriculum provides a strong foundation in the principles and technologies underlying artificial intelligence, including logic, knowledge representation, probabilistic models, and machine learning. It emphasizes key capabilities such as decision-making, problem-solving, perception, and understanding human communication, including natural language processing and translation. Students have opportunities to explore advanced topics such as robotics, computer vision, and natural language processing through specialized courses and research-oriented projects. The program adopts a hands-on, analytical approach to the development of novel AI algorithms while also encouraging consideration of ethical, social, and human-centric aspects, preparing graduates for leadership roles in AI innovation, research, and advanced engineering applications.

Seat: 45

MTech in Computer Science and Engineering with Specialization in Cyber Security Engineering is designed to address the rapidly increasing demand for skilled professionals capable of protecting digital systems, networks, and data from sophisticated cyber threats. In an era where society is deeply dependent on interconnected devices and data-driven technologies, the need for advanced cyber security expertise has become critical. The program equips students with the knowledge and skills required to identify vulnerabilities, analyze threats, and design robust security solutions.

Recognizing the growing complexity and scale of cyber-attacks, the program integrates artificial intelligence (AI) as a key component in modern cyber defence. It emphasizes the development of AI-enabled secure systems, enabling students to tackle emerging challenges where AI is used both for defence and as a tool in cyber-attacks. By combining strong theoretical foundations with practical and research-oriented learning, the program prepares graduates to contribute effectively to securing digital infrastructures across industries.

 The curriculum provides a comprehensive foundation in computer science, cyber security, and artificial intelligence, with a strong emphasis on their intersection. In the initial phase, students build core competencies in system security, network security, cryptography, and AI fundamentals. In the advanced stages, the program focuses on specialized topics such as AI techniques for cyber security, threat intelligence, secure system design, and the safety and security of AI-driven applications.

Through advanced coursework, laboratories, and research projects, students gain hands-on experience in identifying vulnerabilities, developing secure architectures, and implementing intelligent defence mechanisms. The program encourages innovation and research at the intersection of AI and cyber security, preparing graduates for roles such as Cyber Security Engineer, Security Architect, Cryptography Engineer, Security Analyst, and Research Scientist. It also provides a strong foundation for pursuing doctoral research and advanced careers in cyber security, AI, and related computing disciplines.