IITs Launch 15 New Programs in AI, Quantum Computing, and Sustainability

Seven IITs including IIT Bombay, Delhi, and Madras announce new B.Tech and M.Tech programs for 2026-27 in cutting-edge domains like Quantum Computing, Green Energy, and AI.

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Seven IITs have announced new academic programs for the 2026-27 academic year, reflecting the rapidly changing demands of industry and research.

New Programs at IIT Bombay - B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence (new intake: 60 seats) - M.Tech in Quantum Computing (20 seats) - Dual Degree in Data Science + Economics

New Programs at IIT Delhi - B.Tech in Sustainable Energy Engineering (40 seats) - M.Tech in Biomedical Engineering (25 seats)

New Programs at IIT Madras - B.Tech in Ocean Engineering & Naval Architecture (30 seats) - M.Tech in Climate Science & Policy (15 seats)

New Programs at IIT Kanpur - B.S. in Cognitive Science (30 seats) - Interdisciplinary B.Tech in Robotics

Admission Process All new programs will be included in JEE Advanced 2026 counseling through JoSAA. M.Tech programs via GATE 2026.

Rationale IIT Directors cite increasing industry demand for quantum, AI, and sustainability professionals as the primary driver for these new programs.