AI Engineering
1 in 7
Indian tech job descriptions ask for AI skills. In 2020, it was about 1 in 100.
India's next jobs need new skills.Get them in 8 weeks, with E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur.
4 live programs. 3 real projects each. For engineering and commerce students.
Why AI, finance, FinTech and EVs. In four numbers.
Each field is scaling fast and needs people who understand how it works.
AI for Finance
2 in 3
surveyed entities were exploring GenAI. In a separate, broader survey, only 1 in 5 used or developed AI.
FinTech
9,000+
UPI payments every second on average. About 80 crore a day in September 2026.
Running estimate
Since you opened this page
0 UPI payments
EV Technology
Every13sec
an EV was sold in India on average. 24.5 lakh in FY26, up about 25%.
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Since you opened this page
0 EVs sold
Counters illustrate historical average rates; they are estimates, not a live transaction or sales feed.
Pick your program.
Engineering or commerce. Two programs each. 8 weeks, live, 3 projects.
Engineering or B.Sc? Start here.2 programs
Pragya
AI Engineering & Infrastructure
Build and deploy your own AI assistant.
Build: An AI knowledge assistant, a live model service, a simple agent.
Program fee: ₹20,000 + GST
Explore PragyaUrjaLaunching soon
EV Technology
Design an EV battery pack and plan its charging.
Build: A battery pack design, a BMS simulation, a range and charging plan.
Commerce or business? Start here.2 programs
Artha
AI for Finance
Use AI to analyse real financial data.
Build: A financial analysis, a credit-model breakdown, a finance assistant.
Program fee: ₹20,000 + GST
Explore ArthaVivekLaunching soon
FinTech & Digital Finance
Build a UPI dashboard. Learn how digital payments work.
Build: A UPI dashboard, a credit-scoring walkthrough, a FinTech pitch.
Taught by IIT Kanpur faculty and working professionals.
Live masterclasses with experts in AI, data science and finance.
6 profiles shown.
IIT KanpurAcademic lead
Dr. ARKS Srinivas
Jt. Academic Coordinator, E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur
ExpertiseStrategy · Growth · Business building · Mentoring
PragyaArthaVivekUrja
IIT KanpurDr. Suvendu Naskar
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Management Sciences, IIT Kanpur
ExpertiseData analytics · Visualisation · Emerging tech
PragyaArtha
Kartik Garg
AI Data Scientist, BlackRock
ExpertiseMachine learning · Cloud · Data science
Pragya
Pranjal Mishra
Data Scientist & Corporate Trainer, Ex-Bungee Tech
ExpertiseData science · Machine learning · AI
Pragya
Kiran Bora
Assistant Manager, Contetra Private Limited
ExpertiseCorporate banking · Credit analysis · Financial advisory
Artha
Chayan Agarwal
CFA Charterholder & Finance Trainer
ExpertiseInvestment analysis · Equity valuation · Portfolios
Artha
Masterclass faculty for this program will be announced before launch.
Faculty names, topics and sessions are subject to final confirmation.
Delivered with Imarticus Learning.
E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur sets the academic standard. Imarticus Learning runs the live teaching.
Finish 3 projects. Earn the certificate.
Issued with E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur. Your program name on it. Ready for LinkedIn.
Previewing the Pragya certificate: AI Engineering & Infrastructure.
Backed by IIT Kanpur.Issued with E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur.
Earned through work.Complete all three projects to qualify.
Named for your field.Your program name, printed on it.
Ready for LinkedIn.Add it to your profile and resume.
Certification issuers and completion requirements are specific to each program. See the relevant page or brochure for details. Program completion does not confer an IIT degree or IIT alumni status.
Fees, timings, certificates. Answered.
Everything to know before you apply.
How much does each program cost?
Pragya and Artha are ₹20,000 + GST each. Fees for Vivek and Urja will be shared at launch.
Do I need coding or prior technical knowledge?
Pragya does not require advanced coding, and Artha has no coding prerequisite. Urja does not require advanced coding or prior EV knowledge. For Vivek, check the final eligibility and prerequisites when its page launches.
What certificate will I receive?
A certificate of completion issued with E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur, once you complete all three projects. It names your program. It is not an IIT degree and does not confer IIT alumni status.
When do Vivek and Urja launch?
Both are launching soon. Tap "Notify me at launch" on either card and we'll message you when enrolment opens.
Not sure which program?
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