IIT Madras cybersecurity degree is part of India’s first practice-oriented Bachelor of Cybersecurity (BCyber) programme, launched jointly with IIT Kanpur for the 2026 academic year. The four-year programme is designed to prepare students for the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals. Under the 2+2 model, students spend their first two years at IIT Madras studying areas such as computer systems, Linux, cryptography, ethical hacking, data science and network security. The final two years focus on field deployment through live cybersecurity projects. Students can gain practical experience in areas including security operations, penetration testing, malware analysis, digital forensics, cloud security, hardware security and critical infrastructure protection. Successful candidates receive a bachelor’s degree from IIT Madras and IIT Madras alumnus status.The programme aims to bridge the gap between academic cybersecurity education and real-world industry requirements.
IIT Madras Cybersecurity Degree: New 2+2 Model Explained
