Jio Institute Navi Mumbai PG Program Artificial Intelligence & Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Jio Institute AI DS Fees 2027

Component	Amount (INR)
Total Programme Fee (2-year programme)	INR 10,70,000
Hostel Fee (optional)	Up to INR 1,15,000 per year
Total Fees	INR 10,70,000 (excluding hostel)

The programme is residential and on-campus hostel accommodation is available at Navi Mumbai.

Merit-based scholarships of up to 100% on tuition fees are awarded to deserving candidates.

Jio Institute AI DS Admission 2027

Event	Date
GATE 2026 Results Declared (valid score for 2027 admissions)	19 March 2026
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	15 September 2026
CAT 2026 Exam	29 November 2026
CAT 2026 Results	December 2026 (Tentative)
Jio Institute Application Deadline	December 2026 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	April 2027 (Tentative)

GATE 2026 scores are valid for 3 years and can be used for Jio Institute 2027 admissions.

GMAT and GRE are accepted year-round and can be submitted at the time of application.

The Jio Institute Entrance Test is an alternative for candidates without CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE scores.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Four-year B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or Statistics with minimum 50% marks

Candidates with a 3-year undergraduate degree must hold a postgraduate degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or Statistics with minimum 50%

Strong foundation in Mathematics, Statistics, and computer programming is required

Valid GATE, CAT, GMAT, GRE, or Jio Institute Entrance Test score is mandatory for consideration

Admission Process

Submit the online application at apply.jioinstitute.edu.in with academic transcripts, test score, and statement of purpose

Shortlisted candidates appear for a written assessment and technical interview conducted by Jio Institute faculty

Final selection is based on holistic evaluation: application quality, test score, interview, and work experience

Offer letters are issued to selected candidates who then pay the admission deposit to confirm the seat

✓ Opt for this if

Targeting applied AI/ML roles in industry with hands-on skills
Want exposure to frontier areas: LLMs, Generative AI, and MLOps
Looking for a 2-year programme with international academic exposure
Have a GATE/CAT/GRE score and engineering or science background
Seeking industry vertical specialisation in AI for telecom, health, or banking

✗ Skip if

Do not have an engineering or science undergraduate degree
Expecting final placements comparable to IIT or IIM brand outcomes
Looking for a traditional MBA with general management curriculum
Fee of INR 10,70,000 is a significant financial constraint

Jio Institute AI DS Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Jio Institute Merit Scholarship	Up to 100% tuition fee waiver	Academically outstanding candidates with strong test scores and interview performance
Need-Based Financial Aid	Partial fee waiver	Deserving candidates with demonstrated financial need and strong academic profile

Scholarship eligibility is evaluated during the admission process along with test scores and interview.

Candidates must declare financial need in the application form to be considered for financial aid.

Jio Institute AI DS FAQs

Ques. Is GATE mandatory for PGP AI DS admission at Jio Institute?

Ans. No. GATE is one of several accepted test scores for admission to the PGP in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Jio Institute. Candidates may alternatively submit valid CAT, GMAT, or GRE scores. Those without any of these scores may appear for the Jio Institute Entrance Test (JET) conducted by the institute. A strong mathematical and programming background is assessed during the personal interview regardless of the test submitted.

Ques. What is the curriculum structure of the 2-year PGP AI DS at Jio Institute?

Ans. The 2-year programme is structured across three tiers. Foundation courses cover mathematics, Python, databases, and data visualisation. Core courses include machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, Generative AI, and Responsible AI. Advanced courses cover LLMs, MLOps, human-computer interfaces, and digital business transformation. The programme also integrates an international study abroad module, an industry capstone immersion, and an "AI for X" vertical series covering telecom, banking, healthcare, and smart cities.

Ques. What tools and platforms are taught in the PGP AI DS at Jio Institute?

Ans. Students in the PGP AI DS gain proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, MySQL, MongoDB, Spark, Snowflake, Hadoop, Tableau, MATLAB, and Jupyter notebooks. The programme includes specialised labs such as an AR/VR Lab and a Computer Vision Lab. Practical sessions in the Media Studio and Video Editing Bays train students in multimedia and AI-driven content tools used across industry verticals.

Ques. Are there placements after PGP AI DS from Jio Institute?

Ans. Jio Institute has a dedicated Office of Career Services that facilitates connections with corporates, startups, and MNCs for live projects and final placement opportunities. The office provides a career preparation module covering resume building, interview preparation, and networking. Placement statistics are not published publicly. Candidates should review the institute’s placement disclosures and speak to alumni before deciding based on career outcome expectations.

Ques. What is the eligibility for PGP AI DS at Jio Institute for non-engineering graduates?

Ans. Candidates with a 3-year Bachelor’s degree in any discipline are not directly eligible. Eligibility requires a 4-year engineering or science undergraduate degree, or a postgraduate degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or statistics for those who completed a 3-year undergraduate programme. Candidates must also demonstrate a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, and programming, which is assessed during the application and interview process at Jio Institute.