UGC-Entitled Masters Degree Program

Online Masters of Science Degree in
Data Science

At IIIT Hyderabad, the MSc in Data Science program combines deep research foundations with real-world applications in AI and Data Science, preparing you for future opportunities.

8 Terms

In 2-4 years

2 - 4 Years

Self-paced

₹ 4 Lakhs*

SAARC | International
6000 | 12000 USD

80 Credits

16 courses

Program Outcomes

Master both theoretical foundations and practical applications in Data Science
Acquire proficiency in Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis and AI techniques
Experience with industry-standard tools: Python, Jupyter, GitHub and cloud platforms
Work with real-world datasets and case studies and build practical solutions
Prepare yourself for in-demand roles like Data Scientist, ML Engineer, AI Specialist, and Data Analyst

Applications Closed on October 13th, 2025

Why This Program?

Degree from one of India's Leading Universities

Receive a degree certificate from one of India's leading research universities.

Skills recognized by Industry

Gain skills that are in high demand across various tech industries and startups.

Flexible completion schedule

Plan your own pace to finish your degree in upto 4 years.

Rigorous theory and application

Master both theoretical computer science concepts and practical AI applications.

Live online tutorial sessions

Engage in direct Q&A sessions with IIITH Faculty, Instructors or Industry Experts.

Online forum and TA office hours for peer learning

Engage in collaborative learning with fellow students through online forum and TA office hours.

Remote, Self-Paced and Flexible

Normal Pace

2 Courses per Term

You may complete the program in 2 years following the standard term-wise mapping with 4 terms annually...

Self-Paced Learning

Flexible Timeline

.. or study at your own pace while ensuring all 16 courses are completed within the 4-year maximum duration.

Proctored Online Exams

Secure & Convenient

All exams are proctored and conducted online, offered multiple times per year to accommodate different schedules.

Multiple Exam Attempts

Improve Your Grades

Retake final exams till you clear courses or improve grades with additional fees.

Homework Requirements

Complete all assigned homework with minimum 60% total score before taking final exam
No deadline for homework submission - work at your own pace
Resubmit assignments anytime to improve scores

Course Completion

Average 60% in course assignments
Minimum 40% score in final exam
Complete all prerequisite courses before taking a course

5 Credits • Elective

Data Science Elective 5

5 Credits • Elective

Electives

You may choose 5 electives from the following elective courses to customize your learning path based on your career goals and interests.

Computer Vision

Reinforcement Learning

Generative Models

Spatial Informatics

Introduction to NLP

Algorithms for Data Science

Speech Signal Processing

Data Visualization

Human-Computer Interaction for Data Science

Note: Additional elective courses may be added as and when available.

Eligibility Criteria

Who can apply?

Anyone with a Bachelor's degree in Basic Science, Technology, Engineering, Social Sciences, Commerce or Business.

Prerequisites

Completed basic course in programming and mathematics (calculus, linear algebra and probability theory).

The final decision for admission rests with the IIIT Hyderabad admissions committee.

Program Faculty

Prof. Suryajith Chillara

Assistant Professor, Ph.D (Chennai Mathematical Institute)

Research: Computational Complexity Theory, and Algorithmic Coding Theory.

Prof. Girish Varma

Assistant Professor, Ph.D (TIFR Mumbai)

Research: Complexity Theory, Combinatorics, Computer Vision, Machine Learning

Prof. Abhishek Kr Singh

Assistant Professor Ph.D (TIFR, Mumbai)

Research: Formal methods, Programming languages, Software engineering, and Trustworthy AI.

Prof. Kishore Kothapalli

Professor, Dean Academics, Ph.D (John Hopkins University)

Research: Multicore and many core algorithms, distributed algorithms

Prof. Vikram Pudi

Professor, Ph.D (IISc Bangalore)

Research: Data mining, artificial intelligence, database systems

Prof. Ankit Gangwal

Assistant Professor, Ph.D (University of Padua)

Research: Blockchain, Cryptography, Privacy, and Security

Prof. Karthik Vaidhyanathan

Assistant Professor, Ph.D (Gran Sasso Science Institute, Italy)

Research: Software Architecture, Self-adaptive systems, SE4AI, AI4SE

Prof. Tejas Bodas

Assistant Professor, Ph.D (IIT Bombay)

Research: Operations research, Machine learning, Optimization

Prof. Kshitij Gajjar

Assistant Professor Ph.D (TIFR, Mumbai)

Research: Algorithms, graph theory, complexity, combinatorics

Program Fee Structure

Transparent and competitive fee structure for the complete program

Fee Type (Mnemonic)	Policy	Indian (excl. GST)	Indian (incl. GST)	SAARC	International
Admission Fee (A)	Pay when accepting admission (deductible from tuition fee)	₹25,000	₹29,500	USD 375	USD 750
Tuition Fee (T8)	Pay for next 8 terms	₹4,00,000	₹4,72,000	USD 6,000	USD 12,000
Tuition Fee (T4)	Pay for next 4 terms	₹2,20,000	₹2,59,600	USD 3,300	USD 6,600
Tuition Fee (T2)	Pay for next 2 terms	₹1,15,000	₹1,35,700	USD 1,725	USD 2,450
Tuition Fee (T1)	Pay for next 1 term	₹60,000	₹70,800	USD 900	USD 1,800

GST (18%) is applicable for all fees for Indian Nationals

Programme Status Fees

Program status fee accrues each term for which a student is not enrolled

Number of Un-enrolled Contiguous Terms	Indian (excl. GST)	Indian (incl. GST)	SAARC	International
1-4	₹2,000	₹2,360	USD 30	USD 60
5-8	₹3,000	₹3,540	USD 45	USD 90
9-12	₹4,000	₹4,720	USD 60	USD 120
13-16	₹5,000	₹5,900	USD 75	USD 150

Re-exam & Assignment Re-submission Fees

Fee Type	Policy	Indian (excl. GST)	Indian (incl. GST)	SAARC (USD)	International (USD)
Re-Exam (E)	Pay before taking the exam	₹2,500	₹2,950	USD 40	USD 80
Assignment Re-submission (H)	Pay before submitting the assignment	₹1,000	₹1,180	USD 20	USD 40

SAARC countries include: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

Refund Policy

Timeline	Refund %
On or before 29th September 2025	100%
30th September 2025 - 14th October 2025	90%
15th October 2025 - 29th October 2025	80%
30th October 2025 - 13th November 2025	50%
From 14th November 2025	No refund

Processing fee: ₹1,000 for Indian, 25 USD for SAARC and 50 USD for International Students for all refunds

Important Dates

Mark your calendar for these key milestones

Event	Date
Program Announcement	8-Sep-25
Applications Open	15-Sep-25
Applications Close	14-Oct-25, 5 PM IST
Admission Fee Payment Deadline	14-Oct-25
Last Date of Admission	14-Oct-25
Orientation Session	1-Nov-25
1st Term Start Date	3-Nov-25

How to Apply

3 Simple Steps

Step 1

Sign Up

Visit sign up page and create your account.

Step 2

Submit Application

Visit application site, complete form and submit.

Step 3

Pay Admission Fee

After your application is approved, visit payment website and pay fees.

Accreditations & Rankings

IIIT Hyderabad and its programs are recognized and accredited by top national and international bodies, ensuring the highest standards of quality and credibility.

NAAC A++

UGC Entitled

AICTE

NIRF

IIIT Hyderabad

UGC Entitled | NAAC A++ | NIRF Ranked | AICTE Approved

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