Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

The Post Graduate (PG) Certificate in Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Analytics at the International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Hyderabad is a 9-month, part-time, live online programme offered in collaboration with TalentSprint. The programme is designed for tech professionals, managers, and leaders who want to build expertise in IoT and smart analytics, as well as select fresh graduates aspiring to start their careers in the IoT domain. The curriculum covers IoT foundations, sensors and microcontrollers, communication networks, cloud computing, data analytics and machine learning, and product design. Participants receive a comprehensive IoT kit for hands-on learning. The programme fee is INR 2,50,000 + INR 30,000 for the IoT kit (plus GST as applicable). The programme is delivered through Faculty-led Interactive LIVE Sessions, Hackathons, Capstone Projects, and Mentored Labs. Outstanding projects may get the opportunity to be tested and deployed at the IIIT Hyderabad Smart City Living Lab. The programme is ideal for IoT engineers, tech professionals seeking career transition into IoT, and managers wanting to leverage IoT data for business value.

Admission Status: The current batch admissions are closed as of March 2026. The next batch is expected to open for applications in mid-2026 based on historical patterns. Interested candidates can register their interest at iiit-h.talentsprint.com/iot/ to be notified when the next batch opens.

Key Points

The programme is offered in collaboration with TalentSprint and IIIT Hyderabad, combining academic rigor with industry-relevant curriculum.
Participants receive a comprehensive IoT kit (valued at INR 30,000) for hands-on experiments with sensors, microcontrollers, and embedded systems.
Outstanding projects may get the opportunity to be tested and deployed at the IIIT Hyderabad Smart City Living Lab, one of India's first smart city living labs.
The programme covers a wide range of tools and technologies including Arduino IDE, NodeMCU, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, AWS, oneM2M, Thingspeak, PCB design, and 3D modeling.
18-month 0% EMI option is available for the programme fee.
The programme is suitable for both experienced tech professionals and select fresh graduates (who must appear for a selection test).
Alumni of this programme receive IIIT Hyderabad Executive Education alumni status.

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IIIT PG Certificate IoT Fees

The PG Certificate in IoT and Smart Analytics at IIIT Hyderabad has a programme fee of INR 2,50,000 for domestic participants, plus INR 30,000 for the IoT kit (GST as applicable). The total cost for domestic participants is approximately INR 2,80,000 + GST. An 18-month 0% EMI option is available. Corporate scholarships are also available for employer-nominated candidates.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Domestic (INR)	International (USD)
Programme Fee	2,50,000	$4,500
IoT Kit	30,000	$500
Total (excl. GST)	2,80,000	$5,000
Campus Visit Fee	As per actuals	As per actuals

GST is applicable as per prevailing rates.
18-month 0% EMI option is available for the programme fee.
Corporate scholarships are available for companies nominating their employees; special benefits are available for corporate enrolments.
Campus visit fee (two visits of 2 days each to IIIT Hyderabad campus) is to be borne by participants and will be based on actuals.
The programme fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

IIIT PG Certificate IoT Admission 2026

Admission Process

Step	Details
Apply for the Programme	Submit education and professional details online at iiit-h.talentsprint.com/iot/
Wait for Selection	Application reviewed by programme selection committee
Block Your Seat	Pay registration fee after selection
Enrol for the Programme	Pay full programme fee to confirm enrolment
Programme Start	Typically within 4-6 weeks of enrolment deadline

Note: The next batch dates are tentative and will be announced on the official programme website. Interested candidates should register their interest at iiit-h.talentsprint.com/iot/.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

B.E./B.Tech or equivalent degree in any engineering discipline.
Tech professionals with basic programming experience and an interest in IoT and hardware automation are preferred.
Fresh graduates with exceptional profiles may also apply; they must appear for a selection test as part of the enrolment process (limited seats available for fresh graduates).

Admission Process

Visit iiit-h.talentsprint.com/iot/ and submit the online application with education and professional details.
Application is reviewed by the programme selection committee.
Selected candidates are notified and asked to pay the registration fee to block their seat.
Full programme fee payment confirms enrolment.
No entrance exam is required for experienced professionals; fresh graduates must appear for a selection test.

IIIT PG Certificate IoT Scholarships 2026

The PG Certificate in IoT and Smart Analytics at IIIT Hyderabad offers corporate scholarships for employer-nominated candidates. Individual scholarships may also be available based on merit and need. The 18-month 0% EMI option makes the programme financially accessible for working professionals.

Financial Support Options

Financial Support	Details
Corporate Scholarship	Available for employer-nominated candidates; contact TalentSprint for details
18-Month 0% EMI	Available for the programme fee of INR 2,50,000
Individual Scholarship	May be available based on merit and need; contact TalentSprint for details

Corporate scholarships are available for companies nominating their employees; special benefits are available for corporate enrolments.
The 18-month 0% EMI option is available through partner financial institutions.
The programme fee is non-refundable and non-transferable once paid.

IIIT Hyderabad PG Certification Internet of Things and Smart Analysis Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#15 out of 500 in India 2025

#2nd in Hyderabad

#3 in Telangana

Indiatoday Ranking

#14 out of 269 in India 2025

#1st in Hyderabad

#1 in Telangana

The Week Ranking

#10 out of 286 in India 2025

#1st in Hyderabad

#2 in Telangana

NIRF Ranking

#38 out of 300 in India 2025

#2nd in Hyderabad

#3 in Telangana

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IIIT PG Certificate IoT FAQs

Ques. Is the PG Certificate in IoT and Smart Analytics from IIIT Hyderabad a degree or a certificate programme?

Ans. This is a Post Graduate Certificate programme, not a degree. It is offered by IIIT Hyderabad's Outreach Division in collaboration with TalentSprint. Participants receive a PG Certificate from IIIT Hyderabad and alumni status of IIIT Hyderabad Executive Education. It is not a UGC-recognized degree like the MS in Data Science (online) programme.

Ques. What is the IoT kit provided in the programme and what can I do with it?

Ans. Participants receive a comprehensive IoT kit valued at INR 30,000 that includes development boards (Arduino, STM32, ESP32, Raspberry Pi), sensors, actuators, and other components. The kit is used for hands-on experiments throughout the programme, including building IoT applications, working with communication protocols (WiFi, BLE, LPWAN), and deploying cloud-connected IoT solutions.

Ques. What is the IIIT Hyderabad Smart City Living Lab and how does it benefit programme participants?

Ans. The IIIT Hyderabad Smart City Living Lab is one of India's first smart city living labs, a live setup of a building/campus used as a test bed for IoT research and innovation. Outstanding projects from the programme may get the opportunity to be tested and deployed at the Living Lab, giving participants real-world deployment experience. This is a unique advantage not available in most other IoT programmes.

Ques. Can I pursue this programme while working full-time?

Ans. Yes. The programme is specifically designed for working professionals and is delivered through live online sessions, making it compatible with full-time employment. The sessions are typically held on weekends or evenings to accommodate working professionals' schedules. The 9-month duration and online delivery format make it manageable alongside a full-time job.

Ques. What career roles can I transition to after completing the PG Certificate in IoT and Smart Analytics?

Ans. Graduates can pursue roles such as IoT Architect, IoT Engineer, IoT Analyst, IoT Big Data Consultant, IoT Product Developer, IoT Application Developer, IoT Embedded Engineer, IoT Infrastructure Architect, and Senior Consultant IoT. The programme's hands-on curriculum and IIIT Hyderabad certification make graduates attractive to companies like Accenture, TCS, Infosys, HCL, Nokia, Intel, and other technology firms.

Ques. Is there a difference between the PG Certificate in IoT and Smart Analytics and the PG Certificate in AI/ML at IIIT Hyderabad?

Ans. Yes. The PG Certificate in IoT and Smart Analytics focuses specifically on IoT hardware, embedded systems, communication networks, cloud computing for IoT, and smart analytics. The PG Certificate in AI/ML focuses on machine learning, deep learning, and AI applications. Both are 9-month programmes offered in collaboration with TalentSprint. Professionals interested in hardware-software integration and connected devices should choose the IoT programme, while those focused on software-based AI/ML should choose the AI/ML programme.