Overview

The Data Science degree delivered by the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati blends rigorous coursework with hands-on research, equipping students with a deep understanding of data science principles, tools, and real-world applications.

Key facts

The M.Tech. in Data Science at IIT Guwahati is a two-year, full-time postgraduate program aimed at preparing the next generation of data scientists, researchers, and industry leaders. Introduced in 2019, the program was originally a collaborative initiative between the Departments of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Mathematics, and Electronics and Electrical Engineering (EEE). Since 2023, the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence has taken over the role previously held by the Department of CSE. Together with the Departments of Mathematics and EEE, the program continues to grow and evolve, maintaining its interdisciplinary strength and industry relevance.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistical Foundations for Data Science

Scientific Computing

Matrix Computations

Data Structures and Algorithms

Databases

Stochastic Models

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-07-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

114 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Guwahati, India

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 58 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in India

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology or equivalent in an appropriate area, or

M.Sc.(Computer Science/Information Technology)/MCA, or
Graduates (AMIETE) enrolled upto 31.05.2013 from Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE) in Computer Science & Engineering.

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Tuition Fees

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Citizens or residents

81000 INR / year

≈ 81000 INR / year

Additional Details

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