Data Scientist
Builds statistical and machine-learning models that predict outcomes and uncover patterns in large datasets, then puts them to work on real business problems.
M.Tech (CSE - Data Science)
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EligibilityB.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT/ECEmin 55% aggregate
Duration2 Years4 Semesters
About the Programme
M.Tech CSE Data Science
M.Tech (CSE - Data Science)
Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, offers an M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) for postgraduate students seeking to advance their command of intelligent computing and analytical methods. The program explores artificial intelligence, machine learning and statistical modelling alongside big data analytics, data mining and predictive modelling, building the depth required to examine complex computational problems. Through research projects, advanced laboratory work and practical applications, students learn to develop and evaluate analytical models, interpret intricate datasets and derive insights with scientific rigour, preparing for specialized careers in data science, AI and advanced analytics.
- Discipline
- Engineering
- Duration
- 2 Years (4 Semesters)
- Level
- Postgraduate
Scope
As organizations increasingly depend on data to anticipate change and solve complex problems, advanced analytical expertise has become integral to technological progress. From healthcare and financial modelling to industrial optimization and scientific research, data science enables the discovery of patterns that inform innovation and strategic decisions. This expanding field offers pathways in data engineering, machine learning, AI development and analytics consulting, alongside opportunities to pursue original research, develop advanced computational methods and progress towards doctoral study.
Why Choose Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh?
AI-Integrated Multidisciplinary Education
Gain proficiency in AI fundamentals and domain-specific advanced modules while engaging in multidisciplinary education across disciplines of engineering, management, sciences, law, tourism and humanities, preparing for an AI-driven workforce.
AI-Integrated Multidisciplinary Education
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AI Expert Mentorship
Get expert AI guidance from top professionals at leading tech companies like Google, Microsoft, IBM, TCS and more, empowering you with the skills and knowledge to excel in the tech-driven future.
AI Expert Mentorship
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Centres of Excellence
Leverage advanced technologies at industry-collaborated Centres of Excellence to undertake groundbreaking research projects in diverse domains, like blockchain, cryptography, neurotechnology, genetic engineering, and more.
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Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
Ignite your entrepreneurial spirit with our tech-powered incubation ecosystem and makerspace, where creativity and collaboration turn ideas into successful ventures.
Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
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Exclusive Placements
Tap into an extensive network of 1300+ recruiters and land your dream job with the world's leading companies like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Walmart, Intel, Flipkart, IBM, Wipro, PwC, EY, Deloitte, ITC, Reliance Industries, Bank of America, Taj Hotels, Cipla, among others.
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AI-Integrated Multidisciplinary Education
Gain proficiency in AI fundamentals and domain-specific advanced modules while engaging in multidisciplinary education across disciplines of engineering, management, sciences, law, tourism and humanities, preparing for an AI-driven workforce.
AI-Integrated Multidisciplinary Education
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AI Expert Mentorship
Get expert AI guidance from top professionals at leading tech companies like Google, Microsoft, IBM, TCS and more, empowering you with the skills and knowledge to excel in the tech-driven future.
AI Expert Mentorship
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Centres of Excellence
Leverage advanced technologies at industry-collaborated Centres of Excellence to undertake groundbreaking research projects in diverse domains, like blockchain, cryptography, neurotechnology, genetic engineering, and more.
Centres of Excellence
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Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
Ignite your entrepreneurial spirit with our tech-powered incubation ecosystem and makerspace, where creativity and collaboration turn ideas into successful ventures.
Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
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Exclusive Placements
Tap into an extensive network of 1300+ recruiters and land your dream job with the world's leading companies like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Walmart, Intel, Flipkart, IBM, Wipro, PwC, EY, Deloitte, ITC, Reliance Industries, Bank of America, Taj Hotels, Cipla, among others.
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Why ChooseChandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh?
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AI-Integrated Education
Gain proficiency in AI fundamentals and domain-specific advanced modules while engaging in multidisciplinary education across disciplines of engineering, management, sciences, law, tourism and humanities, preparing for an AI-driven workforce.
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AI Mentors
Get expert AI guidance from top professionals at leading tech companies like Google, Microsoft, IBM, TCS and more, empowering you with the skills and knowledge to excel in the tech-driven future.
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Research Centres
Leverage advanced technologies at industry-collaborated Centres of Excellence to undertake groundbreaking research projects in diverse domains, like blockchain, cryptography, neurotechnology, genetic engineering, and more.
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Startup Ecosystem
Ignite your entrepreneurial spirit with our tech-powered incubation ecosystem and makerspace, where creativity and collaboration turn ideas into successful ventures.
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Exclusive Placements
Tap into an extensive network of 1300+ recruiters and land your dream job with the world's leading companies like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Walmart, Intel, Flipkart, IBM, Wipro, PwC, EY, Deloitte, ITC, Reliance Industries, Bank of America, Taj Hotels, Cipla, among others.
Top Companies Hiring M.Tech (CSE Graduates
Companies named as top recruiters for this programme.
Message from the Head of Department
Engineering has always been about turning an idea into something that works. That could be a bridge, a machine, an electronic system, a manufacturing process, or a technology that solves an everyday problem.
At the School of Engineering, our focus is to give students the opportunity to experience this process themselves. We want students to spend time in laboratories, work on projects, understand how things work, interact with industry, and learn from practical experience—not just prepare for examinations.
I also believe that an engineering degree should help students become independent thinkers. There will be problems for which there is no ready-made answer. Learning how to approach such problems with patience, creativity, and confidence is an important part of becoming an engineer.
Our faculty will work closely with students to develop their technical abilities while also encouraging teamwork, communication and professional responsibility. My message to our students is simple: stay curious, keep experimenting, and never be afraid to ask why.
Message from the Head of Department
Engineering has always been about turning an idea into something that works. That could be a bridge, a machine, an electronic system, a manufacturing process, or a technology that solves an everyday problem.
At the School of Engineering, our focus is to give students the opportunity to experience this process themselves. We want students to spend time in laboratories, work on projects, understand how things work, interact with industry, and learn from practical experience—not just prepare for examinations.
I also believe that an engineering degree should help students become independent thinkers. There will be problems for which there is no ready-made answer. Learning how to approach such problems with patience, creativity, and confidence is an important part of becoming an engineer.
Our faculty will work closely with students to develop their technical abilities while also encouraging teamwork, communication and professional responsibility. My message to our students is simple: stay curious, keep experimenting, and never be afraid to ask why.
Dr. Charanjeet SinghDean Engineering and Computing
Programme Curriculum
| Course | L | T | P | C | CH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Introduction to Data Science | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Machine Learning Algorithms | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Mathematical Foundations for Data Science | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Big Data Analytics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| R Programming Lab | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total | 15 | 0 | 4 | 19 | 23 |
L lecture · T tutorial · P practical · C credits · CH contact hours
| Course | L | T | P | C | CH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Statistics and Probability | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Foundation of Internet of things | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Data Management and Machine Learning | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Program Elective I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Program Elective II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Project-I | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| TPP: Soft Skill | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| TPP: Aptitude | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| NTPP: Natural Language Processing | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| NTPP: Seminar II | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 18 | 8 | 4 | 30 | 34 |
L lecture · T tutorial · P practical · C credits · CH contact hours
Programme Eligibility and Fee Details
Passed B.E./ B.Tech. in CSE/ IT/ ECE/ CS or equivalent with atleast 55% marks or M.Sc (CS/IT/CSE) / MS (CS/IT/CSE) / MCA or equivalent with atleast 55% marks in the qualifying examination.
| Program Fee | Amount (per semester) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Fee (For Indian Students) | 72500/- INR | 2.0 Years |
| SAARC Fee | — | |
| International Fee | — |
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
CUCET Phase I
| Parameters | CUCET Scholarship Amount | Amount to pay after CUCET Scholarship |
|---|---|---|
| 90.01 – 100 | 72500 /- INR | NIL |
| 80 – 90 | 36250 /- INR | 36250 /- INR |
| 70 – 79.99 | 29000 /- INR | 43500 /- INR |
| 60 – 69.99 | 21750 /- INR | 50750 /- INR |
| 50 – 59.99 | 18125 /- INR | 54375 /- INR |
| 40 – 49.99 | 10875 /- INR | 61625 /- INR |
CUCET Phase II
| Parameters | CUCET Scholarship Amount | Amount to pay after CUCET Scholarship |
|---|---|---|
| 90.01 – 100 | 72500 /- INR | NIL |
| 80 – 90.00 | 29000 /- INR | 43500 /- INR |
| 70 – 79.99 | 21750 /- INR | 50750 /- INR |
| 60 – 69.99 | 14500 /- INR | 58000 /- INR |
| 50 – 59.99 | 10875 /- INR | 61625 /- INR |
| 40 – 49.99 | 7250 /- INR | 65250 /- INR |
Placements & Career Support
From choosing a direction to signing an offer, Chandigarh University’s career services work with you at every step of the job search.
Career Guidance
Faculty mentors help you choose a direction, from your specialisation to the first role you aim for.
Placement Assistance
Support through every campus drive: eligibility, applications, assessments and offers.
Industry Interaction
Guest sessions and time with recruiters and practitioners, so you know what the work asks for.
Resume Preparation
Build, review and sharpen a resume and profile aimed at the roles you want.
Interview Preparation
Mock interviews and group discussions with feedback, before the real ones.
Career Counselling
One-to-one conversations about your plans, your options and your next step.
Best Career Opportunities After M.Tech (CSE
Graduates can pursue high-demand roles such as:
Data Analyst
Collects, cleans and analyses data to answer business questions, and presents the findings in reports and dashboards. Data analysts are hired in every sector that runs on numbers.
Machine Learning Engineer
Designs, trains and deploys machine-learning models at scale, building the pipelines that take a model from experiment to production.
Data Engineer
Designs and maintains the pipelines and warehouses that move data reliably from source systems to the analysts and models that use it.
Business Intelligence Analyst
Turns company data into dashboards and reports that track performance and guide decisions, using SQL and BI tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
Analytics Consultant
Helps clients use their data to make better decisions, from framing the business question to building the analysis and presenting the recommendation.
Research Scientist
Events & News
Milestones and projects across Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh — open to students of every school.
01 — 7 January 2026
Enrollment of Kuldeep Yadav and Launch of CU Sports Scholarship
International cricketer Kuldeep Yadav enrolled as a student and launched the CU Sports Scholarship, reinforcing the integration of academic excellence and sports development at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh.
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02 — 9 January
India AI Convergence 2026
India AI Convergence 2026 united AI leaders for a pre-event to the India AI Impact Summit, where Satnam Singh Sandhu, Honorable Chancellor, announced two transformative initiatives- AI for All and Quantum for Bharat.
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03 — 02 November 2025
Campus Tank Uttar Pradesh
Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh launched Campus Tank Uttar Pradesh under the leadership of Shri Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’ Ji, empowering young innovators with funding, mentorship, and incubation support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh provides students access to an NEP-2020-aligned, career-centric education powered by an AI-augmented learning ecosystem and a smart Learning Management System (LMS). The best part is that it is "India’s first AI-augmented multidisciplinary university" and places an active focus on exclusive experiential learning through live projects, simulation labs, corporate internships, and global academic partnerships. Students also gain access to merit scholarships of up to 100% via CUCET, worth 75 Cr, specialized sports scholarships, and strong recruiter networks.
Yes, Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh is a fully recognized and accredited university established under the Uttar Pradesh State Legislature and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The best part for its learners is that most of the professional and technical programs offered here adhere to the regulatory frameworks and approvals of statutory bodies, including the Bar Council of India (BCI) for legal studies, the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for pharmaceutical programs & Council of Architecture (COA) for Architecture. Moreover, the university is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
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Yes, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, is an AI-augmented multidisciplinary university, as it is designed from the ground up as India’s first AI-augmented multidisciplinary campus. Can’t be denied that artificial intelligence is deeply woven across the academic curriculum with tech-enabled pedagogy, research domains, and campus administrative workflows. From AI-enabled smart classrooms and automated adaptive learning to specialized AI and analytics laboratories, students across all disciplines learn to gain digital & AI fluency and practical exposure to modern tech tools. Moreover, students studying at CU-UP also use a smart LMS and Advanced labs and Centres of Excellence. In 2026, CU also received the “AI-First Organization" award at the Republic AI Summit & Awards.
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