IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur have jointly launched India’s first practice-oriented Bachelor of Cybersecurity (B.Cyber.) programme for the 2026-27 academic session. The four-year undergraduate course is designed to address the growing demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals through a blend of academic learning and industry-oriented technical training.
The programme combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on experience, real-world field deployments, and practical cybersecurity projects. Students will receive training in areas such as cyber defence, ethical hacking, digital forensics, network security, and emerging cyber technologies.
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Developed in collaboration with industry and cybersecurity experts, the course aims to bridge the gap between academic education and workforce requirements while strengthening India’s cybersecurity talent pipeline.
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