About the Program Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) have joined hands to launch India’s first practice-oriented four-year Bachelor of Cybersecurity (B.Cyber.) programme. It will commence in the academic year beginning July 2026. The programme is aimed at addressing the nation’s growing demand for highly skilled cybersecurity professionals. It will equip students with the knowledge and practical expertise required to safeguard the country’s rapidly expanding digital infrastructure, strategic sectors, and emerging cyber ecosystem. Salient Features First 2 years of course work at IIT Madras Next 2 years of field deployment in selected Government organizations, with possibility of fellowships IIT Madras bachelor degree and alumnus status for candidates completing the program successfully Eligibility and Admissions This year, admissions will be done along with IIT Kanpur, based on the selection process defined at IIT Kanpur B.Cyber. Admissions. Candidates selected for the program would have an option to choose either IIT Madras or IIT Kanpur. The program is designed for highly motivated students who have a strong interest in cybersecurity, ethical hacking, secure systems, digital infrastructure, and solving real-world security challenges. For more details, visit https://sites.google.com/smail.iitm.ac.in/sidis/bachelor-of-cybersecurity?authuser=0 Source: Bachelor of Cybersecurity