Postgraduate Diploma in e-Governance

Post Graduate Diploma in e-Governance (PGDeG) was launched by Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management – Kerala (IIITM-K) and Institute of Management in Governance (IMG) to fulfill its mission to mould leaders in the areas of science, technology and management and to address the Capacity Building in the area of e-Governance. PGDeG was directed at employees of government departments, public sector undertakings and organization’s providing IT services to government bodies.

A total number of 9 batches has been successfully completed. Now IIITM-K has been upgraded to Digital University Kerala and the University has requested the Government to conduct the PGDeG programme under Digital University Kerala. The course certification will be done by Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology.

Number of Seats: 40 nos.
  • Government Officials – 15 (selection will be done by Kerala State IT Mission).
  • Officials from Autonomous institutions, Boards, Corporations, Universities, Public Sector Undertakings etc. under the State of Kerala – 15 (selection will be done by Kerala State IT Mission).
  • Open Market – 10 (Open category SC and ST applicants will be eligible for reservation as per Government Rules.)

ELIGIBILITY

Entry-level requirement for the programme is a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with working knowledge of computer systems. Diploma / Certification in computer application will be an added advantage. Preference will be given to B.Tech / MBA / MCA degree holders.

Objectives

Salient Features

• Generating human resources with the right skills, knowledge, and aptitude and leadership qualities for effective implementation of e-Governance Projects.
• Conceptualization of ideas and development of service delivery models for improving the quality of service to citizen.
• To broaden the scope of e-Governance in the State through various sectors and services.
• To enhance the effectiveness of the e-Governance programmes by integrating state-of the- art technologies and management.

• Curriculum is designed carefully by eminent academicians, senior officials from Government and IT industry, covering basic and advanced levels of relevant fields.
• Faculty members are drawn from leading organizations and academic institutions, who are experts in the subject.
• Study tours for the participants to familiarize with e-Governance projects in other states.
• Live Exposure to Core IT Infrastructure and Mission Mode Projects
• Hands on experience on designing and procurement of e-Governance projects through the State Nodal Agency – Kerala State IT Mission.
• Hands on experience on department demand mapping to Startups
• Participants have to develop Case studies in e-Governance
• Supported with Learning Management System, Digital Library, Multimedia based video lectures, and other collaboration tools to enhance the quality of teaching and learning.
• Students are provided with 24 x 7 lab with high-end network infrastructure, high speed internet bandwidth and quality software services
• Wi-Fi campus with high-end computing infrastructure.

Employment Opportunities in e-Governance for Open Candidates

Governments at the Central and State levels are on the processes of planning and implementing Digital Transformation projects. Indian IT Industry plays a major role in consulting and implementation of these projects. The candidates with knowledge and skill sets in e-Governance could find promising opportunities in Industry and Implementation Agencies.

e-Governance Initiatives at IIITM-K

IIITM-K has conceptualized, designed and implemented various e-Governance projects for State and Central Government organizations. State Planning Board, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry departments, ICAR, Land Use Board, Rubber Board are some of the government projects implemented by IIITM-K. IIITM-K also provides consultancy services to various government departments.

Faculty

All the core and visiting faculty members of the programme have been carefully chosen from Academia, Industry and the Government based on their relevant experience, commitment and instructional ability so that the students are exposed to the best learning environment. Besides this, the Institute has several competent senior academic and technical staff with considerable experience in the design, development and management of ICT and e-Governance projects also supports the academic and training programmes.

Selection Process

Kerala Government Departments

  • Kerala Government Departments can nominate maximum three candidates to the Director Kerala State IT Mission
  • Age limit is 45 years as on 1st April 2022.
  • Departmental Candidates are first shortlisted based on their profiles and final selection is made through test and interview.
  • The department shall forward the NOC for deputation for one year.

Sponsored Category

Central Government, other State Governments and Private Organizations could sponsor their employees through proper channel directly to the Digital University Campus.

Open Category

Eligible candidates from the open category are selected through a competitive entrance examination followed by an interview.

Programme Fees

  • Kerala Government and Board, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies Employees as per Circular

  • Open, Sponsored by Industry and other State Government candidates: Rs. 1,00,000/-

  • Hostel and Mess Fee same as M Tech / MSc Programmes

Last date of Receiving Application:

  1. Govt. of Kerala candidates: 1st May.
  2. Open, other Govt. and Sponsored candidates: 1st May.

HOW TO APPLY

Online application for PGDeG program will be open from 12th Aug 2021 

Application fee: Rs 500 (SC/ST/Divyaang :250)

Applications of Kerala Government Departmental candidates have to be nominated through proper channel to:

The Director Kerala State IT Mission, ICT Campus, Vellayambalam, Thiruvananthapuram – 695033

 Programme Coordinator:

Jayachandran M. B

jayachandran@duk.ac.in

Contact Number: 0471-2788029