IITs Offering Data Science & AI Courses in 2025 – Admission, Fees, and Eligibility Details
Patel
23/03/2025
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With the exponential rise of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science in India’s job market, IITs are revamping their curriculum to offer some of the most in-demand courses of 2025. Whether you’re a JEE Advanced aspirant or a graduate looking for a high-impact career switch, top IITs now offer dedicated BTech, MTech, and PG programs in Data Science and AI.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the IITs offering Data Science and AI courses in 2025, including admission process, fees, eligibility, and placement trends.
Why Data Science & AI Courses Are Trending at IITs?
- AI & Data Science jobs expected to grow by 31% over the next 5 years (NASSCOM Report)
- Salaries for skilled AI professionals start at ₹15–20 LPA in India
- Global companies actively recruit from IITs for AI/Data roles (Google, Amazon, Nvidia, etc.)
List of IITs Offering Data Science & AI Courses in 2025
| IIT | Course Offered | Type | Admission Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| IIT Hyderabad | BTech in AI & DS | UG | JEE Advanced |
| IIT Bombay | MTech in Data Science | PG | GATE |
| IIT Madras | Online BS in Data Science | UG | Open Admissions |
| IIT Jodhpur | BTech in AI & DS | UG | JEE Advanced |
| IIT Patna | BTech in AI | UG | JEE Advanced |
| IIT Kharagpur | MTech in AI | PG | GATE |
| IIT Guwahati | MTech in Data Science | PG | GATE |
| IIT Delhi | Minor in AI & DS | UG | Internal selection |
IIT Data Science & AI Placements 2024 Snapshot
| IIT | Avg Package | Top Recruiters |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Hyderabad | ₹22 LPA | Microsoft, Nvidia, Adobe |
| IIT Bombay | ₹19.8 LPA | Google, JP Morgan, Accenture AI |
| IIT Jodhpur | ₹15 LPA | L&T, Flipkart, TCS Digital |
| IIT Madras (Online) | ₹10–12 LPA (Avg) | IBM, Wipro, Startups |
Admission Process 2025 – Course-wise Breakdown
BTech in AI & Data Science
- Eligibility: 12th PCM + JEE Advanced
- Counselling: JoSAA 2025
- Colleges: IIT Hyderabad, IIT Jodhpur, IIT Patna
MTech in AI/DS
- Eligibility: BTech/BE + GATE 2025 Score
- Application: COAP Portal + Individual IIT Portals
Online BS Program (IIT Madras)
- Eligibility: No JEE Required. 12th pass + Qualifier Exam
- Flexibility: Online + Offline options for exams
Fee Structure for Data Science & AI Programs at IITs (2025)
| Course | Approx Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| BTech in AI/DS | ₹2.2 – ₹2.5 Lakhs |
| MTech in AI/DS | ₹70,000 – ₹1 Lakh |
| Online BS by IIT Madras | ₹33,000 per course (Modular) |
Who Should Choose These Courses?
- Students interested in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, NLP
- Those aiming for careers in AI Research, Data Analytics, Big Data
- Professionals seeking roles like AI Engineer, Data Scientist, Product Analyst
Also Read :
IIT Placements 2025: Top 10 IITs with Highest Average Packages This Year
JEE Advanced 2025: Top 10 NITs You Can Get Without IIT Rank
JEE Main 2025 OBC (Expected) Cut-Off : Check Category-Wise Expected Percentile for Top NITs & IIITs
Bonus Tip from Formfees:
“Top IITs prefer students with strong mathematical foundations. Start early with Python, statistics, and ML basics if you’re targeting AI/DS admissions in 2025.”
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