IIT Patna Opens Admissions for 4-Year Undergraduate BS Programmes in AI, Cybersecurity, CS and Data Analytics

IIT Patna registrations for four-year undergraduate BS programmes in Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity and Computer Science & Data Analytics have started. Check details here

IIT Patna 4-Year Undergraduate BS Programmes

IIT Patna BS Programme 2026: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Patna, through its Centre for Educational Technology (CET) has opened admissions for 2026-27 Spring intake of its four-year undergraduate programmes offered in hybrid mode. The programmes will provide students with specialised training in emerging technology areas and offer flexibility to exit with an academic credential after completing one, two, three or four years.

IIT Patna's CET currently lists BS programmes in Artificial Intelligence & Cyber Security (AICS) and Computer Science & Data Analytics (CSDA) among its undergraduate offerings. The institute describes these programmes as modular and flexible, with credentials available at different stages of programme.

IIT Patna BS Programmes 2026

For 2026-27 Spring intake, students can apply for these programmes

IIT Patna BS Admission Important Dates

As per the admission schedule provided for Spring Intake 2026-27, candidates must know important date 

How to apply for IIT Patna BS Admission 2026? 

Eligible candidates interested in BS programmes can complete registration through IIT Patna Centre for Educational Technology admission portal. They should select their preferred undergraduate programme, provide the required academic and personal details, upload the necessary documents and complete the application process within the prescribed deadline. After registration, candidates should check the admission portal for information related to the admission decision, and IITP-SAT, virtual counselling. 

IIT Patna BS Programme Electives across emerging technology domains

Students will also have opportunity to explore specialised areas through electives. The listed elective areas are

• Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)

• Data Science and Engineering (DSE)

• Generative AI

• Product Management

• Software Engineering

Flexible exit options from IIT Patna BS Programme

One important feature of IIT Patna undergraduate programme is its multiple exit options. Students do not necessarily have to complete all four years to receive an academic credential. The progression is structured as follows

• After 1st year: Foundation Certificate

• After 2nd year: Diploma

• After 3rd year: BSc (Hons) Degree

• After 4th year: BS Degree

• After 5th year: BS-MS Dual Degree

The programmes are offered through a hybrid learning model, combining online learning with other academic components. IIT Patna's CET describes its programmes as flexible and suitable for learners who require a more adaptable schedule.