The National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK) Surathkal has signed a bipartite memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and a tripartite MoU with NSDC and EdTech company USDC, to launch and expand online postgraduate and certification programmes. The agreements were formalized by B Ravi, director of NITK Surathkal; Mahima Singh, representing NSDC; and Vivek Bhattacharya, representing USDC. This partnership aims to broaden access to NITK’s academic offerings through online delivery, targeting students, working professionals, and entrepreneurs who seek advanced, industry-relevant qualifications.
Online MTech in Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence
Under this initiative, NITK Surathkal will introduce an online MTech programme in Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence (SPand AI) starting in the 2026–27 academic year. The institute has announced that the online portfolio will be expanded in subsequent years to include an MTech in Information Technology, an MBA, and other specialised programmes. Admissions for the online MTech in Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence are set to open for the 2026–27 academic year, with applicants advised to check the official NITK Surathkal website for eligibility requirements, application schedules, and programme details.
Key Highlights of the Partnership
- Programmes open to students, working professionals, and entrepreneurs
- Future-ready skills delivered by one of India’s premier technical institutions
- Online delivery model to widen access to NITK’s academic offerings
The collaboration with NSDC and USDC is expected to leverage digital platforms to provide flexible learning opportunities, enabling learners to upskill and reskill in high-demand domains. NITK Surathkal, known for its excellence in technical education, aims to contribute to the national skilling ecosystem through this initiative.
