The M.Sc Information Science and Cyber Forensics at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a two-year postgraduate programme offered at Yenepoya Institute of Arts, Science, Commerce and Management (YIASCM), Mangaluru. The programme covers information science fundamentals and digital information management, cyber forensics principles and evidence handling, digital crime investigation methodology, data recovery and forensic imaging, network forensics and packet analysis, computer forensics and disk examination, mobile device forensics, cybercrime law and digital evidence admissibility, database forensics, cloud forensics, open-source intelligence (OSINT), research methodology, and a dissertation project in information science or cyber forensics, preparing graduates for cyber forensics investigator, digital evidence analyst, and information security professional roles. Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 1,76,000 for the two years.
📋 Admission Status: Yenepoya University M.Sc Information Science and Cyber Forensics 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 Information Science and Cyber Forensics at YIASCM, Yenepoya University, Mangaluru
- Covers information science fundamentals and digital information management, cyber and more
- Eligibility: B.Sc Computer Science, B.Sc IT, BCA, B.Sc Information Science, or any relevant UG degree in science or technology from a UGC-recognised university with minimum 50 percent aggregate marks with minimum 50 percent aggregate
Yenepoya University M.Sc Information Science and Cyber Forensics Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | INR 96,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | INR 80,000 |
| Total Fees (Two Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 1,76,000 |
- Source: Tier 3a; verify 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in.
- Hostel charges are separate; verify 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in.
Yenepoya University M.Sc Information Science and Cyber Forensics 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 Computer Science, B.Sc IT, BCA, B.Sc Information Science, or any relevant UG degree in science or technology from a UGC-recognised university with minimum 50 percent aggregate marks 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 96,000 and complete document verification at YIASCM, Deralakatte, Mangaluru.
- Complete registration; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is cyber forensics investigator, digital evidence analyst, or IT auditor in law enforcement or corporate security
- B.Sc CS/IT/BCA background with interest in digital crime investigation and cybercrime law
- Combined information science and cyber forensics curriculum aligns with government cybercrime bureau roles
- Total fee of INR 1.76 Lakhs for a 2-year M.Sc at a NAAC A+ university in Mangaluru is affordable
- Planning CHFI (Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator) or EC-Council certifications alongside the degree
✗ Skip if
- Career goal is pure cybersecurity (ethical hacking/penetration testing) rather than forensic investigation
- Nationally ranked university brand (IIT, NIT, central university) is required for government investigative roles
- Fee of INR 1.76 Lakhs needs verification for 2026-27; confirm at yenepoya.edu.in before applying
- International digital forensics career requires a globally ranked university postgraduate qualification
Yenepoya University M.Sc Information Science and Cyber Forensics 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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