Course Duration 2 Year degree program Online

Course Fees INR 75,000
(Per semester)

Course Eligibility 1. The candidates should have a minimum one year of working experience or should be currently employed. 2. An aspiring student should have a B.Tech/BE/MSc (Com Sc/IT or in related areas)/MCA/ ME/M.Tech or any equivalent degree. 3. At least a 60% scored in the final marks of the eligible degree program or a minimum CGPA or CPI of 6.5 on the scale of 0-10 with corresponding proportional requirements when the scales are other than 0-10 (for example, 5.2 on a scale of 0-8). 4. In case of MCA /MSC passed with UG, the percentage score of MCA/MSC would be considered. In case of a BE/BTech Engineering degree passed without PG specialization, the percentage score of the undergraduate degree would be considered. In case of an engineering graduate degree pass out with a post-graduation in the Engineering field of study, either of the UG or PG score qualification can be considered.
Relaxation :
a. In case of the candidate belonging to scheduled caste (SC)/ Scheduled Tribe (ST)/ Persons with Disability (PwD) category, this is relaxed to 55% or equivalent CGPA/ CPI. b. Marks will be relaxed by 2.5% or 0.5 CGPA or CPI against each additional year of experience.

Executive M.Tech in Blockchain Technology and Big Data Course Description:

IIT Patna's Executive M.Tech in Blockchain Technology and Big Data presents an innovative educational pathway, representing a progressive program crafted to deliver advanced expertise in blockchain systems. Celebrated for its academic distinction, IIT Patna presents a distinctive curriculum that merges blockchain technology complexities with industry-focused insights. This initiative is structured to address the dynamic requirements of the tech sector, delivering thorough blockchain comprehension while furnishing professionals with applicable, sought-after competencies.

Participants will develop comprehensive knowledge of blockchain architecture, cryptography, consensus algorithms, and decentralized application development. This adaptable, digital program empowers working professionals to complete their degree from one of India's top institutions while maintaining their careers. Enhance your competencies and professional growth in this revolutionary domain by acquiring insights from one of the premier academic institutions in blockchain technology.

This program guarantees participants remain competitive in the fast-changing blockchain environment, offering a comprehensive methodology for mastering decentralized technologies.

Executive M.Tech in Blockchain Technology and Big Data Course Objectives:


To grasp blockchain technology's essential function in contemporary applications and the difficulties connected with its distributed architecture and protected deployment.

To investigate blockchain's evolution, categories, and varied implementations, empowering learners to grasp how blockchain is revolutionizing sectors including finance, supply chain, and healthcare.

To master cryptographic fundamentals and consensus mechanisms, establishing the basis of protected blockchain frameworks and facilitating trustless exchanges across networks.

To detect system weaknesses in blockchain networks and deploy diverse protection protocols to safeguard against possible risks, maintaining the reliability of decentralized applications.

IIT Patna Master Degree

Skills Covered

  • Cryptography
  • Smart Contracts
  • Data Structures
  • Blockchain Architecture
  • Programming Languages

Tools

The list mentioned below is an indicative list of tools and is subject to change at the discretion of IIT Patna.

  • Solidity
  • Remix, Hardhat, and Truffle
  • APIs
  • BigQuery
  • Python and R


Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, participants will have the ability to:

Create and deploy decentralized databases for blockchain applications, tackling scalability and security challenges.
Deploy and assess blockchain algorithms, evaluating their performance in decentralized systems.
Utilize statistics with tools like Python and R to examine data and improve blockchain engineering.
Deploy cryptographic techniques and consensus algorithms for secure blockchain operations.
Master Learning Outcomes

Program Highlights

Program Certificate

Degree Program in Executive M.Tech Big Data and Blockchain

Degree Program in Executive M.Tech in Blockchain Technology and Big Data

Complete the program successfully to obtain this valuable certificate.

Course Structure

Note: The list mentioned below is indicative and is subject to change at the discretion of IIT Patna. 75% attendance mandatory for LIVE Sessions and Recorded sessions.

Title of the Course
Design and Analysis of Algorithms
Foundations of Computer Systems
Probability and Statistics
Technical Writing and Soft Skills
E1-S1 (Elective 1)
Title of the Course
Artificial Intelligence
Numerical Linear Algebra and Optimization Techniques
E2-S2 (Elective 2)
E3-S2 (Elective 3)
E4-S2 (Elective 4)
Title of the Course
E5-S3 (Elective 5)
E6-S3 (Elective 6)
Project I
Title of the Course
E7-S4 (Elective 7)
Project II
Elective Code Elective Options Subjects (Choose One)
DE-1 Elective 1 (Semester 1) 1. Blockchain Fundamentals
2. Big Data Fundamentals and Ecosystem
3. Cryptoeconomics
4. Web Development for Blockchain Applications
5. Blockchain Components and Architecture
6. Data Engineering
DE-2 Elective 2 (Semester 2) 1. Distributed Ledger Technologies
2. Advanced Cryptography
3. Big Data Storage and NoSQL Databases
4. Database System and Design
5. Deep Learning
DE-3 Elective 3 (Semester 2) 1. Blockchain Scalability Challenges
2. Smart Contracts and DApps Development
3. Big Data Processing Frameworks
4. Data Virtualization and Dashboards
5. Predictive Analytics
DE-4 Elective 4 (Semester 3) 1. Data Analytics for Blockchain
2. Tokenomics and NFT Design
3. Big Data Analytics and Visualization
4. Cryptocurrency and Cyber Security
5. Big-Data Framework
DE-5 Elective 5 (Semester 3) 1. Blockchain Governance Models
2. Machine Learning for Big Data
3. Advanced Smart Contracts Techniques
4. Modern Cryptography
5. Blockchain Technologies: Platforms and Applications
DE-6 Elective 6 (Semester 4) 1. Quantum-Resistant Cryptography for Blockchain
2. Cross-Chain Technologies
3. Big Data in Cloud Computing
4. Smart Contracts and Solidity Programming
5. Blockchain Policy – Legal, Social and Economic Impact
DE-7 Elective 7 (Semester 4) 1. Blockchain Regulatory and Legal Issues
2. Blockchain for Digital Identity
3. Big Data Project Development and Deployment
4. Security and Privacy for Big Data
5. Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery

Course Fees

Executive M.Tech in Blockchain Technology and Big Data Sem 1
Sem 2
Sem 3
Sem 4
Application Fee
(non refundable)
5,000/- - - -
Exam Fee 5,500/- 5,500/- 5,500/- 5,500/-
Admission Fee 75,000/- 75,000/- 75,000/- 75,000/-
Optional Campus Immersion Fee - 7,000/- - 7,000/-
Optional Career Services Fee - 15,000/- - -
Optional Institute Alumni Fee - - - 6,000/-

Refund Policy

Esteemed Faculty Panel

Rishav Singh
IIT Patna

Dr. Chandranath Adak
IIT Patna

Abhinoy Singh
IIT Patna

Dr. Mayank Agarwal
IIT Patna

Dr. Amrendra Yadav
IIITM Gwalior

Dr. Subhajit Siddhanta
IIT Bhilai

Dr. Padmalochan Bera
IIT Bhubaneswar

Dr. Siba Narayan Swain
IIT Dharwad



Admission Process

Milestones of Success: Convocation Highlights