Batch 04 at a glance
| Detail | Batch 04 |
|---|---|
| Programme | PG Certificate Programme in Cyber Security Management and Data Science |
| Institute | IIM Nagpur |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Format | Live online, with a campus module included in the fee |
| Live sessions | Two sessions on Sundays, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
| Classes begin | November 2026 |
| Application closure | Listed as 'Closing Soon' |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree from a recognised university and at least 3 years of work experience |
| Fee | ₹2,25,000 + GST (application fee ₹2,000 is separate) |
| Credential | PG Certificate from IIM Nagpur and IIM Nagpur executive alumni status |
Fee and instalments
| Instalment | Amount | With 18% GST | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹80,000 + GST | ₹94,400 | Within 3 days of the offer |
| 2 | ₹75,000 + GST | ₹88,500 | 10 December 2026 |
| 3 | ₹70,000 + GST | ₹82,600 | 10 March 2027 |
| Total | ₹2,25,000 + GST | ₹2,65,500 |
The application fee adds ₹2,000 + GST, about ₹2,360. The first instalment falls due within three days of the offer, so arrange funds or financing before you apply.
How to apply
- Check eligibility: a bachelor's degree and 3+ years of work experience
- Submit your application on the programme page
- Screening and shortlisting of your profile
- Admission and fee payment once shortlisted
- Book your seat
What you will study
| Module | Focus |
|---|---|
| Module I | Cyber security management foundation (policy, governance, awareness, forensics readiness), technical foundation (network, cloud, endpoint, threat management, incident response), fundamentals of data science with Python, blockchain essentials and hands-on tools |
| Module II | Programme management (SOC, SIEM, patching, NIST framework), cloud security management, risk management and incident response, crisis management and business continuity, data privacy |
| Module III | Strategy and leadership, applied AI, generative AI and agentic AI in cyber security, policies and governance with board-level reporting, and communicating risk through dashboards |
Who it is for
The page aims the programme at mid-level managers, senior managers, CTOs and CXO-level executives, and its FAQ also welcomes working professionals, entrepreneurs and graduates with the required experience. It states that prior coding experience is not mandatory.
Before you commit
- It is a certificate of completion, not a degree
- Plan for Sunday evenings across twelve months, plus the campus module
- The page states that neither IIM Nagpur nor the education partner guarantees a job or advancement
- Ask the programme team for the campus module dates and travel arrangements
Go deeper: programme review, what the Sunday schedule looks like and cybersecurity courses for managers.
Batch 04 is closing soon
Classes begin in November 2026. Apply on the programme page or talk to an advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the IIM Nagpur cyber security programme?
Candidates need a bachelor's degree from a recognised university and at least three years of work experience.
What is the fee?
₹2,25,000 + GST, plus a ₹2,000 application fee. It is paid in three instalments of ₹80,000, ₹75,000 and ₹70,000 plus GST.
When do classes start and when are they held?
Batch 04 begins in November 2026. Live online sessions run in two blocks on Sundays between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
Do I need coding experience?
No. The programme page states that prior coding experience is not mandatory.
What do I get at the end?
A PG Certificate in Cyber Security Management and Data Science from IIM Nagpur, plus IIM Nagpur executive alumni status.