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Shaping the Future with AI-Driven Innovation

About us

The Department of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at IIT Hyderabad, founded in 2019, is dedicated to providing cutting-edge academic programs that equip students with a deep understanding of AI theory and practical applications. With a strong focus on fostering innovation and research, the department aims to build a comprehensive ecosystem that nurtures future leaders and pioneers in the field of Artificial Intelligence.

Our Mission

The department’s mission is to “Enable and facilitate students to become leaders in the AI industry and academia nationally and internationally, as well as to meet the pressing demands of the country in the various subareas and applications of AI”.

Message from the H.O.D

Welcome to the Department of Artificial Intelligence at IIT Hyderabad, the first dedicated AI department in India, established in 2019. We offer a comprehensive range of academic programs, including BTech, MTech (2-year and 3-year), and PhD, with a curriculum rooted in programming, mathematical foundations, and cutting-edge AI applications. Our students explore diverse domains such as autonomous systems, healthcare technologies, natural language processing, computer vision, and more.

At IIT Hyderabad, we prioritize real-world learning through immersive industry experiences. Our BTech students benefit from 6-month, semester-long internships, while both BTech and MTech students can engage in summer internships or joint MTech positions with our industry partners. These hands-on opportunities equip students with practical expertise and essential professional skills, ensuring they are well-prepared to tackle complex, real-world challenges.

We invite you to explore collaboration opportunities with our department, whether through our placement drives, internships, or industry partnerships. Together, we can foster innovation, drive growth, and shape the future of artificial intelligence.

We look forward to building meaningful partnerships and advancing AI research and development with you.

Dr. Ganesh Ghalme
Head of the Department of Artificial Intelligence at IIT Hyderabad
Courses We Offer

Programs Overview

B. Tech in Artificial Intelligence

4 Years Program

M.Tech Teaching Assistantship

2 Years Program

M.Tech Research Assistantship

3 Years Program

PhD

1 year coursework + few years of research
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