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Unlocking Opportunities: Short-Term Courses at IITs without JEE Scores

  • 10 Oct 2024

Unlocking Opportunities: Short-Term Courses at IITs without JEE Scores

 

While admission to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) typically requires passing the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), several short-term and certificate courses are available that do not necessitate JEE scores. These programmes focus on industry-relevant skills and cater to a diverse audience, including working professionals, graduates, and scholars. Here’s a look at some of these courses:

 

1.IIT Madras: BSc in Data Science

 

IIT Madras offers a BSc in Data Science that does not require JEE scores. Applicants need only basic math skills from Class 10 and must have completed Class 12. After one month of enrollment, candidates must pass a qualifier exam to continue. The programme is structured in three stages: foundational, diploma, and degree, allowing students to exit at any point with a certificate, diploma, or degree based on their progress. There are no age or stream restrictions, and details regarding entrance exam fees can be found on the official IIT Madras website.

 

2. IIT Kanpur: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML) with Python

 

IIT Kanpur offers a four-week online certification course in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning (AIML), and Python programming, commencing on December 1. This programme emphasizes real-world tools like TensorFlow and Pandas. It is open to students, industry professionals, and R&D staff, requiring no prior programming experience. The course concludes on December 27, and further information is available on IIT Kanpur’s website.

 

3. IIT Roorkee: Certificate Program in Generative AI & Machine Learning

 

In collaboration with iHub Divya Sampark, IIT Roorkee offers an 11-month certificate course in generative AI and machine learning. Priced at ₹1,34,999, the programme includes virtual classes, hands-on projects, and a two-day campus immersion. It is designed for professionals and graduates in relevant fields, providing in-depth training in AI technologies.

 

4. IIT Delhi: UI/UX Design Certification

 

IIT Delhi offers a six-month certificate programme in UI/UX design, starting on November 23. The course fee is ₹1,50,000 plus GST, and it is open to graduates with at least one year of work experience. To earn the certificate, candidates must maintain 50% attendance and achieve a minimum score of 60%. Those who do not meet these criteria will receive a participation certificate.

 

5. IIT Kanpur: Certificate Program in Cloud Computing and DevOps

 

In partnership with the E & ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur offers an eight-month certificate course in Cloud Computing and DevOps, priced at ₹1,49,998 with no-cost EMI options. Applicants must hold a graduate degree with a minimum of 50% marks. The course features over 30 hands-on projects, including capstone projects in three different domains, and is accessible to students from non-programming backgrounds.

 

These courses provide valuable opportunities for individuals looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in high-demand areas without the need for JEE scores.