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E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur is a prestigious joint initiative of Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, and IIT Kanpur, established in 2016. As one of only 7 government-sponsored academies at premier IITs, NITs and IIITs, E&ICT Academy delivers industry-focused training in emerging technologies including AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, and Electronics, backed by IIT Kanpur’s world-class faculty and research excellence.
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CTO Professional Development Program
Master comprehensive technology leadership through this prestigious 9-month government-sponsored program. Develop expertise in AI, Machine Learning, Electronics, and emerging ICT domains with hands-on projects, industry-focused curriculum, and direct mentorship from IIT Kanpur's world-class faculty. Earn government-recognized certification designed to elevate your career to C-suite technology leadership.
Master of Artificial Intelligence in Business
Learn how Artificial Intelligence is transforming business strategy. Gain skills in AI applications across marketing, finance, HR, and operations, with hands-on projects powered by real-world datasets.
PG Diploma in Python Full Stack
Learn how Artificial Intelligence is transforming business strategy. Gain skills in AI applications across marketing, finance, HR, and operations, with hands-on projects powered by real-world datasets.
PG Diploma in Business Intelligence
Learn how Artificial Intelligence is transforming business strategy. Gain skills in AI applications across marketing, finance, HR, and operations, with hands-on projects powered by real-world datasets.
PG Diploma in Computer Vision
Dive deep into supervised and unsupervised learning, neural networks, deep learning, and model evaluation. Designed for aspiring ML engineers looking to build and deploy scalable AI models.
Master in Data Science
A comprehensive program covering data analysis, statistics, Python, SQL, machine learning, and data visualization. Learn to solve real-world problems using data-driven approaches.
Doctorate in AI and Technology Management
A comprehensive program covering data analysis, statistics, Python, SQL, machine learning, and data visualization. Learn to solve real-world problems using data-driven approaches.
Why Choose E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur
The E&ICT Academy Advantage
E&ICT Academy delivers government-backed technology leadership training through India’s premier IIT, combining academic excellence with industry demands. As one of only 7 government-sponsored academies, we bridge the critical gap between traditional education and real-world technology leadership requirements.
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MeitY & IIT Kanpur Partnership
Fast-track your career with credentials backed by India's Ministry of Electronics & IT and IIT Kanpur. Employers recognize and value government-sponsored certifications, giving you instant credibility and competitive advantage in technology leadership roles across India's growing tech sector.
Exclusive Access to IIT Excellence
Learn directly from IIT Kanpur's renowned faculty and access cutting-edge research facilities typically reserved for elite students. Gain the same prestigious education that has produced India's top technology leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators for over 6 decades.
CTO-Level Skills & Competencies
Master the exact skills demanded by C-suite technology roles through hands-on projects and real-world applications. Our industry-focused curriculum ensures you're immediately ready for senior technology positions, startup leadership, or launching your own tech venture.
Elite Professional Network
Join an exclusive community of government-trained technology professionals and IIT alumni. Build powerful connections with industry leaders, government officials, and fellow CTO program graduates who can accelerate your career growth and open doors to premium opportunities.
Immediate Career ROI
Technology leaders with government-backed IIT credentials command 40-60% higher salaries and faster promotions. Our alumni report immediate career advancement, with many securing CTO, VP Engineering, and founder roles within months of program completion.

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The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched Phase-II of the prestigious E&ICT Academy scheme, positioning existing academies including IIT Kanpur as strategic “hubs” in a nationwide expansion model. This initiative aims to extend high-quality technology education to tier-2 and tier-3 areas across India.
Under the new hub-and-spoke framework, E&ICT Academy IIT Kanpur will serve as a central hub, providing advanced training and support to a network of participating academies and institutions. This expansion significantly broadens the reach of IIT-quality education in emerging technologies like AI, Machine Learning, and Electronics.
The Phase-II initiative recognizes the critical role of E&ICT academies in bridging the industry-academia gap and addresses India’s growing demand for skilled technology professionals. As one of only 7 premier government-sponsored academies, IIT Kanpur’s expanded mandate reinforces its position as a national leader in technology education.
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