Programme overview
This six-month certificate gives technical professionals a rigorous, hands-on grounding in cyber security from one of India's premier engineering institutes. Across roughly 120 hours of live, faculty-led learning, it goes beyond traditional defence to weave in modern AI and ML applications in security — reflecting how the field actually works today.
Learning is practical: weekend live sessions are backed by labs, capstone projects, quizzes and assignments, plus a three-day campus visit that includes time at the institute's cyber security hub.
Key takeaways
- Faculty-led, hands-on learning from a top engineering institute
- Modern curriculum integrating AI/ML into cyber defence
- Real practice through labs and capstone projects
- A campus visit including the institute's cyber security hub
Why this programme
Skills you'll build
Who it's for
Professionals with a technical background — typically an MCA or equivalent technical qualification — who want a rigorous, applied route deeper into cyber security.
Curriculum
Principles and threat models.
Tooling and defence in practice.
Modern detection and defence.
Hands-on, applied projects.
Module summary is an original outline of the programme's themes; confirm the official syllabus before publishing.
Faculty & learning
Sessions are led by experienced faculty from the institution, supported by industry practitioners. Specific faculty are listed on the official programme page — we link to verified sources rather than publishing names here.
Career outcomes
The certificate supports roles such as security analyst, cyber security engineer and SOC roles, and strengthens the security capability of developers and IT professionals moving deeper into the field.
Roles you can target
Where alumni work*
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Eligibility, format & fees
| Item | Detail (as per official sources, June 2026)* |
|---|---|
| Duration | 6 months, ~120 hours of immersive learning* |
| Schedule | Live weekend sessions (Saturday & Sunday) + a 3-day campus visit* |
| Eligibility | MCA or equivalent in a technical field from a recognised institute/university* |
Frequently asked questions
It's aimed at professionals with a technical background, typically an MCA or equivalent technical qualification, so a computing foundation is expected. A counsellor can suggest alternatives if you're starting fresh.
Yes — alongside live weekend classes, the programme includes a three-day campus visit with time at the institute's cyber security hub.
Roughly 120 hours across the six months, faculty-led.