B.Tech — Artificial Intelligence & ML
Build the intelligent systems behind modern tech — from ML models to generative AI.
Course overview
B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning is a four-year specialised engineering degree built on a computer-science core but focused on machine learning, deep learning, data science, NLP, computer vision and increasingly generative AI. It is one of the most in-demand branches in India, offered by IITs, NITs, IIITs and a fast-growing number of private universities. The strong CS foundation keeps career options wide even beyond AI roles.
Is B.Tech — Artificial Intelligence & ML right for you?
✅ Choose it if you…
love maths, statistics and programming, and want to build intelligent systems — ML models, generative AI, vision and language applications.
⚠️ Reconsider if you…
you dislike heavy maths and statistics, or you want broad core engineering rather than a computing-and-AI specialisation.
Eligibility & entrance exams
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCM (50–75%); qualifying rank in JEE Main, JEE Advanced or a state/university entrance.
Entrance exams
What you’ll study
Year 1
Engineering core — maths (calculus, linear algebra), programming (Python/C), basic electronics and data fundamentals.
Year 2
Data structures, probability & statistics, DBMS, OOP, discrete maths and an introduction to machine learning.
Year 3
Machine learning, deep learning, data mining, NLP/computer vision electives, AI ethics and a minor project.
Year 4
Advanced AI (reinforcement/generative), MLOps, big-data systems, a capstone project and internship/placement.
Core subjects covered
Popular specialisations
Admission process
🗓️ JEE Main Jan & Apr · state CETs Mar–May · JoSAA/CSAB Jun–Jul · classes begin Jul–Aug. Confirm exact dates on the official sites each year.
Duration & fees
Duration: 4 years · 8 semesters, full-time.
| Institute type | Indicative fees | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Government / NIT / IIIT | ₹50,000–₹2 L / yr | NIT/IIIT total ~₹5–8 L |
| Private university | ₹2–4.5 L / yr | VIT/SRM/Amity — ~₹10–18 L total |
| IIT | ₹2–2.5 L / yr | ~₹8–10 L total incl. hostel |
📋 Source: official institute fee structures (2024–25). Indicative; confirm with the institute.
Career outcomes & salary
| Role | Indicative fresher CTC market |
|---|---|
| Machine Learning Engineer (entry) | ₹6–14 L |
| Data Scientist | ₹6–13 L |
| AI / Deep Learning Engineer | ₹6–15 L |
| NLP / CV Engineer | ₹6–14 L |
| Data Analyst | ₹4–8 L |
📋 Source: indicative market ranges (AmbitionBox, Glassdoor, 2026) — not official figures. Official institute placement averages are shown on each college below. Actual outcomes vary by college, skills & year.
Top recruiters
📋 Source: companies reported by institute placement cells (2024). Recruiters vary by college & year.
Scholarships & funding
Scope & future
One of India’s most demanded branches, with high entry salaries, a CS foundation that keeps options broad, and clear research and entrepreneurship paths. Excellent and rising.
📈 AI and machine learning are among the fastest-growing skill areas in India and globally, with demand outstripping supply across industries, supported by the national AI push.
Source: NASSCOM · IndiaAI MissionWhere this degree can take you next
Top colleges offering B.Tech — Artificial Intelligence & ML
0 colleges · ranked by NIRF
*Median = institute-level NIRF median salary (official — institutes publish median, not average), where branch-specific data isn’t published. Fees from official institute structures (2024–25).
AIML vs CSE
| B.Tech AIML | B.Tech CSE | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | CS core + AI, ML, deep learning, data | Broad computer science — software, systems, theory |
| Strength | Job-ready for fast-growing AI/data roles | Flexibility across all of computing incl. AI |
| Best for | Those certain they want AI/ML and love maths | Those wanting maximum breadth |
Frequently asked questions
What is the eligibility for B.Tech — Artificial Intelligence & ML?
10+2 with PCM (50–75%); qualifying rank in JEE Main, JEE Advanced or a state/university entrance.
What is the fee for B.Tech — Artificial Intelligence & ML?
Indicative fees are ₹2–18 L total. Always confirm the current fee with the institute.
How long is B.Tech — Artificial Intelligence & ML?
4 years · 8 semesters.
What can I do after B.Tech — Artificial Intelligence & ML?
Common paths include Machine Learning Engineer, Data Scientist, AI / Deep Learning Engineer, NLP / Computer Vision Engineer.
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📋 Sources & data vintage
- Fees: official institute fee structures (2024–25).
- College placements (avg / highest): NIRF 2024 & institute placement reports.
- Role-wise salary ranges: indicative market estimates — AmbitionBox, Glassdoor (2026). Not official.
- Eligibility & approvals: UGC · AICTE · official college websites.
We publish the latest officially-declared figures. Official data can be 1–2 years old (the last release cycle) — that's normal; when the authority revises it, we update it here. Check back at this spot for the latest figures.
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Written by the CourseLane Research Team · reviewed by a senior counsellor · Last updated June 2026.