The M.Sc Cyber Forensic at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a two-year postgraduate programme offered at Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences (YSAHS), Mangaluru. The programme covers forensic science fundamentals, cyber forensics methodology and evidence handling, digital evidence acquisition and preservation, computer forensics and disk imaging, network forensics and intrusion analysis, mobile device forensics, forensic data recovery and chain of custody, cyber law and legal frameworks, malware analysis and reverse engineering, and a forensic laboratory project component, preparing graduates for cyber forensics analyst, digital evidence investigator, and forensic science professional roles. Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 1,80,000 for the two years.
📋 Admission Status: Yenepoya University M.Sc Cyber Forensic admissions for 2026-27 are open. Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in. Admission is based on CUET-PG 2026 or Y-ENTRANCE score and graduation merit.
Key Points
- Two-year M.Sc Cyber Forensic at YSAHS, Yenepoya University, Mangaluru
- Covers forensic science fundamentals, cyber forensics methodology and evidence han and more
- Eligibility: B.Sc or BCA in Computer Science, Forensic Science, IT, or a related science from a recognised university with minimum 50 percent aggregate
- Admission via CUET-PG 2026 (NTA) or Y-ENTRANCE university test and graduation merit
- Yenepoya University: NAAC A+ accredited; total fee INR 1,80,000 for two years
Yenepoya University M.Sc Cyber Forensic Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | INR 98,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | INR 82,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 1,80,000 |
- Source: Yenepoya 2026-27 fee PDF, YSAHS Forensic Science.
- Hostel charges are separate; verify 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in.
Yenepoya University M.Sc Cyber Forensic Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CUET-PG 2026 Exam | Mar 6 - Mar 27, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 Result | April 24, 2026 |
| Yenepoya Application Window | June to September 2026; confirm at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 (NTA) Registration End | Jan 25, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 (NTA) Exam Date | Mar 6 - Mar 27, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 (NTA) Result | April 24, 2026 |
- Admission: CUET-PG 2026 or Y-ENTRANCE score; graduation merit required.
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with graduation marksheets and scorecard.
- Final merit list declared after document verification at YIASCM, Mangaluru.
- Confirm 2026-27 seat availability at yenepoya.edu.in or +91-8867754493.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold B.Sc or BCA in Computer Science, Forensic Science, IT, or a related science from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST Karnataka candidates).
- A valid CUET-PG 2026 score (NTA) or Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University AI-proctored entrance test) score is required. Merit-based direct admission may also be available; confirm at yenepoya.edu.in.
Admission Process
- Appear in CUET-PG 2026 (exam: Mar 6 - Mar 27, 2026) conducted by NTA, or register for the Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University AI-proctored entrance test) at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in.
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with graduation marksheets, CUET-PG or Y-ENTRANCE scorecard, and supporting documents.
- Merit list is declared based on entrance score and graduation marks; shortlisted candidates receive an admission offer.
- Pay the Year 1 fee of INR 98,000 and complete document verification at YSAHS, Deralakatte, Mangaluru.
- Complete registration; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is cyber forensics analyst, digital evidence investigator, or cybercrime investigator
- Background in B.Sc Forensic Science, BCA, or B.Sc Computer Science with interest in law and investigation
- Fee of INR 1.80 Lakhs for a 2-year M.Sc Cyber Forensic is among the most affordable in India
- Planning roles in law enforcement cybercrime units, banking fraud investigation, or forensic consultancies
- Interest in combining computer science with legal and investigative frameworks
✗ Skip if
- Goal is software engineering, data science, or cloud computing rather than forensic investigation
- IIT or NIT M.Sc brand in computer science or cybersecurity is required for tech industry placement
- Clinical health sciences career is the target; M.Sc Cyber Forensic is a forensic investigation pathway
- International forensic career requires a globally ranked university postgraduate qualification
Yenepoya University M.Sc Cyber Forensic Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Yenepoya Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on Class 12 marks or entrance exam rank; awarded at admission |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- Yenepoya Merit Scholarship: based on graduation marks or entrance rank.
- Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships: SC/ST/OBC domicile students; state portal.
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