‹NIT Surathkal · M.Tech degree · Batch 2026NIT Surathkal · M.Tech›
M.Tech in SignalProcessing& AI M.Tech in SignalProcessing & AI
A two-year online M.Tech from NITK Surathkal for professionals who stay in their job. Live sessions on weekends, virtual labs and a two-semester major project under NITK faculty.A two-year online M.Tech from NITK Surathkal, without leaving your job.
25 NIRF RANKTop 25 · Engineering
- 2 years4 semesters · 50 credits
- OnlineLive sessions, recorded content, proctored exams
- 31 Oct 2026Batch 2026 starts · admissions open
- ₹3,25,000No GST
The institute
Rankings and recognition of NIT Surathkal.
An Institute of National Importance under the Government of India. The institute designs, teaches and certifies the program.
- Top 25 NIRF Engineering
- #113 QS Southern Asia Ranking 2026
- #2 CSR-GHRDC Colleges of Super Excellence
- NBA All programs accredited
Eligibility criteria
Built for professionals who stay employed.
- B.E. or B.Tech in EEE, ECE, Instrumentation, CS, IT, Data Science or an allied subject.
- At least 60% marks or CGPA 6.5. SC, ST and PwD applicants: minimum 55% marks or CGPA 6.0.
- Must be currently employed at the time of admission.
- A ₹2,000 one-time registration fee, non-refundable, begins your profile review.
- Fresh graduates without work experience are not eligible.
Who it is for
For professionals who are currently employed.
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Engineering and core technology
DSP, embedded systems, electronics and semiconductor professionals. Telecom, wireless, RF and 5G engineers.
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Vision, robotics and automation
Computer vision, imaging, robotics and automation engineers building intelligent products.
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AI, data and software
AI, data and analytics professionals seeking stronger engineering depth, and those working with sensor and system-level data.
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Government, PSU and R&D
PSU and government technical officers, defence and aerospace engineers, R&D professionals and technical leads.
Graduates move into specialist roles across AI, DSP, telecom, automotive, healthcare, defence and R&D, at an indicative ₹16 to 35 LPA depending on role, experience and location.
Curriculum
Four semesters, one major project.
Each semester runs 18 weeks, mainly on weekends. Faculty-led, 4 hours per credit.
Foundations
Foundations
What you learn
- Linear Algebra · 4 credits
- Probability and Statistics · 4 credits
- Machine Learning · 4 credits
Goal
The mathematical and machine-learning grounding every signal processing and AI system rests on.
Core courses
Core courses
What you learn
- Signal Processing · 4 credits
- Computer Vision · 4 credits
- Optimization · 4 credits
Goal
Filters and transforms, image analysis and camera geometry, convex and stochastic optimisation.
Major Project I and two electives
Major Project I and two electives
What you learn
- Major Project I · 5 credits
- Elective · 4 credits
- Elective · 4 credits
Goal
Two electives, 4 credits each.
Major Project II and two electives
Major Project II and two electives
What you learn
- Major Project II · 5 credits
- Elective · 4 credits
- Elective · 4 credits
Goal
Two electives, 4 credits each.
Faculty
Learn from NITK Surathkal faculty.
Professors from NITK's Electronics and Communication Engineering department, with direct access for guidance on projects, career paths and leadership development.
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Dr. Amareshwar Kavuri
Assistant Professor
Medical image processing and analysis
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Dr. Aparna P
Associate Professor
Signal compression, multimedia processing
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Dr. Bini A
Assistant Professor
Signal and image processing, computer vision
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Dr. Deepu Vijayasenan
Professor
Speech and medical image processing
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Dr. A V Narasimhadhan
Associate Professor
Medical imaging, DSP, computer vision
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Dr. Raghavendra Bobbi
Associate Professor
Signal and image processing, time series, ML
Major project
Two semesters on one problem that matters to you.
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Major Project I
Semester III, 5 credits. Define the problem, review the literature and build the foundation of your dissertation under NITK faculty supervision.
Semester III5 credits02
Major Project II
Semester IV, 5 credits. Publish findings, develop prototypes or solve complex system-level problems under expert supervision.
Semester IV5 credits03
Interim certificates
NSDC co-branded certificates from NITK after Semester 1 (Foundational Skills for IT) and Semester 2 (Advanced Professional Certificate).
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The credential
A degree, not a certificate.
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Degree
A full M.Tech from NITK Surathkal
Awarded by the institute under the NIT Act. All programs NBA-accredited.
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Along the way
Two interim certificates
NSDC co-branded: Foundational Skills for IT after Semester 1, Advanced Professional Certificate after Semester 2.
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After
NITK alumni status
Online graduates join the NITK alumni network, with Microsoft, Google, Qualcomm and NVIDIA among its employers.
Fees and dates
One degree. Four semesters. Pay as you go.
Dates and payment
What happens when.
- Batch 2026
- Starts 31 Oct 2026 · admissions open
- Classes
- Live online, mainly on weekends · 18 weeks a semester
- Exams
- Proctored semester exams
- Registration
- ₹2,000 one-time, non-refundable, starts your profile review
- Payment
- Per semester ₹81,250 · per year ₹1,62,500 · EMI ₹12,500 a month
For teams
Get your company to pay for it.
Most employers reimburse upskilling like this. We hand you everything your company needs to sign off.
How admission works
Four steps to enrolment.
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Submit the online application
Share your academic, professional and contact details.
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Profile evaluation
Pay the ₹2,000 registration fee to begin your profile review and admission process.
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Admission offer
Qualifying candidates receive an offer with the complete curriculum, fee structure, learning format and credential pathway.
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Confirm your enrolment
Seat confirmation, document verification and fee payment, or set up EMI from ₹12,500 a month.
Inside the program
Live sessions, real assignments, shipped work.
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Live sessions
Faculty-led classes, mainly on weekends.
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Virtual labs
Labs and simulations you run from home.
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Recorded content
Every session recorded, so you never fall behind.
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Proctored exams
Semester exams, proctored online.
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Faculty mentorship
Direct access to faculty for projects and guidance.
Campus immersion
Two days at NITK Surathkal, optional.
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Optional, two days at NITK
A campus walkthrough and team-building with your cohort and faculty.
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The beachside campus
Set on the Arabian Sea near Mangaluru.
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Your cohort, in person
The engineers you have studied with online, in one room.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
Who is this online M.Tech best suited for?
Working professionals in engineering, AI, data, software, government, PSU and R&D roles who want to apply AI to real systems without leaving their job.
What does the program cover?
Four semesters and 50 credits: foundations in linear algebra, probability and machine learning, core courses in signal processing, computer vision and optimisation, then two semesters of electives alongside a major project.
Is this program 100% online?
Live sessions, recorded content and virtual labs are online. Semester exams are proctored, and a two-day campus immersion at NITK is optional.
Are there any interim certificates?
Yes. NITK awards two interim certificates co-branded with NSDC: Foundational Skills for IT after Semester 1 and an Advanced Professional Certificate after Semester 2.
M.Tech without leaving your job.
A ₹2,000 registration fee starts your profile review. NITK confirms your seat.A ₹2,000 registration fee starts your profile review. NITK confirms your seat.