IIT Hyderabad Cybersecurity x GenAI Certification Programme 2027: Apply Now, Check Fee Structure and Details
Telangana: As generative AI becomes more prominent, cyber security professionals are challenged with ensuring systems remain safe. To meet this demand, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) has launched a 7-weekend Certification Programme in Cybersecurity x GenAI to help professionals build skills in this field.
The course will cover core cyber security principles, AI-based threat detection, adversarial attacks, generative AI security and securing Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). Registrations are now open, and the last date to apply is December 31, 2026. The course will start from January 9, 2027. It will be offered as an online course, with two days on-campus at IIT Hyderabad. It will be offered in partnership with CyberAI and powered by Mindgraph.
IIT Hyderabad Cybersecurity x GenAI Programme 2027: Key Details
The certification course will help individuals build their knowledge of cyber security and learn how generative AI can help detect, analyse and deal with threats. Key details are:
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Particulars |
Details |
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Institute |
IIT Hyderabad |
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Programme |
Certification in Cybersecurity x GenAI |
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Programme partner |
CyberAI |
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Powered by |
Mindgraph |
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Course commencement |
January 9, 2027 |
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Registration deadline |
December 31, 2026 |
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Course duration |
7 weekends |
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Learning mode |
Online |
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Campus experience |
2 days at IIT Hyderabad |
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Programme fee |
₹1,25,000 + GST |
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Official website |
aicybercourse.ai.iith.ac.in |
What Will You Learn?
This course will help you understand how AI and cyber security are increasingly overlapping. The curriculum will introduce you to new threats in relation to AI. You will learn:
1. AI-Based Threat Detection
Understand how AI can help detect threats, analyse anomalies and detect abnormal activity.
2. Cybersecurity Principles
Explore fundamental cyber security principles including intrusion detection, monitoring and identifying vulnerabilities.
3. IoT Security
Understand security within IoT devices and how to assess vulnerabilities.
4. Adversarial Attacks
Detect adversarial attacks and understand how to improve security within machine learning.
5. Data Poisoning and Federated Learning
Understand how to reduce the impact of data poisoning and understand federated learning.
6. RAG Systems and AI Coding Assistants
Explore security within RAG systems and AI coding assistants.
What Makes This Course Unique?
A unique aspect of this course is that IT will be offered as an online course with an on-campus element. The course will give you two days to spend on-campus at IIT Hyderabad. During this time you will have the chance to network with faculty members, students and industry professionals. You will also have the chance to participate in an Ask Me Anything session with experts in cyber security and AI.
The course will have hands-on learning, industry case studies and support from IIT Hyderabad faculty and industry experts. Upon successfully completing the course you will receive a certificate from IIT Hyderabad.
IIT Hyderabad Cybersecurity x GenAI Programme Fee
The total course fee is Rs. 1,25,000 + applicable GST. The fees are:
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Payment component |
Amount |
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Seat reservation |
₹25,000 |
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First instalment (November 2026) |
₹50,000 |
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Second instalment (December 2026) |
₹50,000 |
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Total programme fee |
₹1,25,000 + GST |
The course states that the total fees (including applicable taxes) must be paid prior to the course starting. The course is also non-refundable.
Who Should Apply?
This course will be suitable for IT professionals, cyber security analysts and those wanting to build skills in AI and cyber security. A basic knowledge of computer science and programming will be required. Ensure you check the detailed course requirements.
How To Apply For IIT Hyderabad Cybersecurity x GenAI 2027?
Those interested can apply via the official course website.
- Go to: https://aicybercourse.AI.iith.ac.in/
- Click on the Cybersecurity x GenAI Certification Programme.
- Review the course content, dates and fees.
- Click on the apply/registration button.
- Complete the registration details.
- Complete the payment process to secure your spot.
- Last Date to Apply: December 31, 2026.
As AI applications are becoming more common, this course will offer a specialised learning opportunity. Those interested in understanding and securing the next generation of systems can benefit. Ensure you check the latest admission details from the official IIT Hyderabad Centre for Continuing Education website and course website.
FAQs
Q1. What is the IIT Hyderabad Cybersecurity x GenAI Certification Programme 2027?
A professional Certification Programme which covers cyber security principles, generative AI security, threat detection, and assessing and securing AI.
Q2. When does the IIT Hyderabad Cybersecurity x GenAI course start?
The course will start on January 9, 2027.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is December 31, 2026.
Q4. How much is the fee for the course?
The total course fee is Rs. 1,25,000 (excl. GST).
Q5. How long is the course?
The course will run for 7 weekends. It will be an online course.
Q6. Will you visit the IIT Hyderabad campus?
Yes. The course will have 2 days on-campus. You will have the chance to network, interact with experts and receive a formal certificate.
Q7. What will you learn?
You will learn about AI-based threat detection, cybersecurity principles, IoT security, adversarial attacks, reducing the impact of data poisoning, federated learning and RAG system security.
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