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Here is a list of short-duration courses offered by IITs where admission does not require a JEE score. If you’re curious about these courses and their fee structure, keep reading.
Is getting into the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) without passing the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) impossible? Not quite! There are certain short-duration and certificate courses that allow you to enroll in IITs without appearing for JEE. To learn more about these courses and their fee structure, continue reading this article.
IIT Madras: BSc Data science
You can now pursue the cutting-edge course in Data Science from IIT Madras without the need for an entrance exam. All you need is a good grasp of Class 10-level mathematics and completion of Class 12. However, after one month of starting the course, the institute will conduct a qualifier exam.
Interestingly, there are no age or stream restrictions for joining this course. Students who pass the qualifier exam will proceed to the foundation stage.
The course is divided into three stages: the foundational program, the diploma program, and the degree program. Students can exit the course at any stage, earning a certificate, diploma, or degree based on their progress. To participate in the entrance exam, students will need to pay a fee, as mentioned on the IIT Madras website.
IIT Kanpur: AIML with Python
IIT Kanpur is launching a certification program on Python for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning. The course will cover real-world tools such as Numpy, Linalg, Matplotlib, Pandas, Scikit-learn, Tensorflow, and Keras.
This 4-week online certificate program is open to scholars, students, faculty members, industry professionals, and R&D staff who are eager to gain practical experience and hands-on implementation skills. No prior programming experience is required. The program begins on December 1 and concludes on December 27. For more information, interested candidates can visit the website: iitk.ac.in/mwn/AIML/programme.html.
IIT Delhi: UI UX Design
The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi has launched a certificate program in UI and UX design. This six-month course is set to begin on November 23, with a fee of Rs 1,50,000 + GST.
Graduates with at least one year of professional experience are eligible to apply. The course covers a range of topics, including capstone projects, affinity mapping, card sorting, and ecosystem mapping, offering a comprehensive understanding of UI/UX design.
Participants who achieve a minimum of 60% overall marks and maintain at least 50% attendance will be awarded a certificate of successful completion from CEP, IIT Delhi. Those who score below 60% will receive a certificate of participation.
IIT Roorkee: Certificate Programme in Generative AI & Machine Learning
IIT Roorkee, in collaboration with iHub Divya Sampark, has launched a certificate program in Generative AI and Machine Learning. This 11-month program is priced at Rs 1,34,999, with limited seats available. The course offers live virtual classes conducted by industry experts, hands-on projects through integrated labs, self-paced video content, and collaborative peer learning.
Participants will also have the opportunity to attend a two-day campus immersion at IIT Roorkee. The program is open to professionals, recent graduates, engineers, project managers, and data professionals.
IIT Kanpur: Certificate programme in Cloud Computing and DevOps
A Kanpur-based institute is launching an 8-month course on Cloud Computing and DevOps, in collaboration with E & ICT Academy. The course fee is ₹1,49,998, with a no-cost EMI option available. Graduates with a minimum of 50% marks are eligible to apply, and even non-programming students can join. The course includes 30+ hands-on projects, along with a capstone in three domains. For more details, students can visit the website: ifacet.iitk.ac.in.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are some online IIT courses where JEE scores are not required?
There are several online certification courses from IITs in fields like Data Science, AI, Cloud Computing, and Business Analytics that do not require JEE scores.
How can I apply for an IIT online course without JEE?
You can apply for these courses directly through the official websites of the respective IITs or platforms like NPTEL or Coursera, depending on the course.
Do online IIT courses without JEE offer certificates?
Yes, most of these online courses offer completion certificates from the respective IITs, which can be valuable for career growth and skill enhancement.
Are non-technical students eligible for online IIT courses without JEE?
Yes, many of these courses are designed for both technical and non-technical students, offering flexibility and foundational learning in various fields.
