IIIT Naya Raipur Launches CM Fellowship for MTech in AI and Data Science: Apply before July 31
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The Chief Minister IT Fellowship Programme 2025 invites applications for MTech in DS and AI programme at IIIT Naya Raipur, exclusively for Chhattisgarh-domiciled candidates. The programme offers an INR 50000 stipend with a free laptop and tuition fees, and hands-on experience with government departments, combining classroom learning with real-world problem solving. The last date to apply is July 31 (5:00 pm).
To improve skill of local students, the Chief Minister (CM) IT Fellowship Program 2025 has announced admissions for MTech in DS for Chhatisgarh students. It is a collaborative programme is an initiative between Chhatisgarh Infotech Promotion Society, IIIIT Naya Raipur and other government departments of Chhatisgarh.
About the Program- MTech (DSAI)
The MTech DSAI program will be a blend of classroom learning and real-world experience. Students can attend regular classes at IIIT-Naya Raipur and work closely with government departments on live projects. The goal is to train them in DS, AI, and software-based analysis, while helping them apply these skills in public sector work.
Fellowship Benefits
- Stipend of INR 50000 for both years, sponsored by the government.
- Tuition fee is fully sponsored by the government
- Laptop/desktop provided free with required software
- Hostel facility available at IIIT-NR (on a payment basis)
- Learning mode - blended (academic+government projects)
Unique Curriculum Structure
The programme is of two years with academics and project work. The second year comprises three months of academics with nine months of deep governance engagement (split in two phases).
MTech DSAI 2025 Eligibility Criteria
- Must hold Indian citizenship and be domiciled in Chhattisgarh
- Graduate/Postgraduate with GATE (DSAI/CS) qualification
- 60% or 6.5 CPI (relaxation for SC/ST/PwD as per norms)
- The candidate's age must be upto 30 years (age relaxation as per the state policy)
Selection Process
- All eligible applicants must take a Skill Test, which will be conducted offline.
- Merit List is based on: GATE Percentile (70% weightage) and Skill Test Marks (30% weightage)
- Admissions follow the Chhattisgarh State Reservation Policy.
- If seats remain unfilled, a second allotment round will be conducted. However, reserved seats will not be transferred to unreserved categories.
Skill Test Pattern and Syllabus
The skill test assesses coding ability, analytical thinking, and core fundamentals of DS and AI. Detailed syllabus and pattern are available in the Information Brochure on the official portal (https://www.iiitnr.ac.in/content/mtech-dsai-cmit-fellowship)
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
|---|---|
| Application Window |
17th – 31st July, 5 PM |
| List of Eligible Candidates |
August 2 |
| Skill Test |
August 7 |
| 1st Round Allotment |
August 9 |
| Document Verification at IIIT NR |
August 11 – August 14, 5 PM |
| 2nd Round Allotment (if required) |
August 16 |
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