IIT Mandi Invites Applications for MBA in Data Scienceand Artificial Intelligence for the 2026–28 Batch

The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi),
one of India’s leading IITs, through its School of Management (SOM), invites
applications for the 2026–28 batch of its MBA in Data Science and Artificial
Intelligence (DS&AI) program. Now welcoming its fifth batch, the program has
rapidly emerged as one of the country’s leading management offerings, producing
graduates equipped to lead in an AI-powered business landscape.
Key Highlights of MBA in DS&AI Program:
 AI-Powered Business Transformation: A curriculum integrating business
fundamentals with AI, machine learning, data science, and digital strategy.
 Industry-Aligned Learning: Regular curriculum updates co-developed with
industry to match evolving market needs.
 Cutting-edge Technical Ecosystem: Access to state-of-the-art analytics
laboratories, computing facilities, and IIT Mandi’s technology
incubator—Catalyst.
 Experiential Learning: Live projects, AI-driven business case challenges,
internships, hackathons, and industry immersion.
 Global Orientation: International collaborations, visiting faculty, and global
exposure programs.

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Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Director, IIT Mandi, extended a heartfelt welcome and
said,

“The MBA in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence embodies our vision of shaping
future business leaders who can harness the power of data and AI responsibly and
innovatively. IIT Mandi remains committed to excellence in technology-driven
management education.”
Prof. Anjan Kumar Swain, Chairperson, School of Management, IIT Mandi, stated,
“Our program seamlessly fuses management, analytics, and technology to create
leaders who can thrive in today’s fast-evolving digital economy. We aim to deliver a
transformative learning experience that sharpens critical thinking, fosters innovation,
and strengthens leadership capabilities.”
The School of Management has recently expanded its academic offerings by
introducing new elective clusters like Generative AI for Managers, AI-driven
Financial Decision Making, and AI for Marketing. These additions are supported by
enhanced practicum components that enable students to work closely with industry
mentors on live industry projects and strategic assignments ensuring strong practical
exposure alongside classroom learning. Collectively, these initiatives reflect IIT
Mandi’s commitment to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, with a focus on
multidisciplinary learning, experiential pedagogy, and inclusive education.
Strong placement outcomes reinforce the program’s value, with the previous batch
achieving an average CTC of ₹18 LPA and a highest CTC of ₹49 LPA with recruiters
from analytics, consulting, BFSI, technology services, and AI-driven business
domains.