Academic Programs
Undergraduate
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence (B.S.) | UG | 4 years |
| Computer Science (B.S.) | UG | 4 years |
| Business and Information Technology (B.S.) | UG | 4 years |
| Business Administration (B.S.) | UG | 4 years |
Postgraduate
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence (M.A.S.) | PG | 2 years |
| Computer Science (M.S.) | PG | 2 years |
| Data Science (M.A.S.) | PG | 1 to 2 years |
| Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) | PG | 1 to 2 years |
What Illinois Institute of Technology Mumbai is
Illinois Institute of Technology Mumbai (Illinois Tech Mumbai) is the Mumbai campus of Illinois Institute of Technology, a private research university based in Chicago, USA, founded in 1890. It is the first US university campus to open in India under the UGC’s Foreign Higher Educational Institutions (FHEI) regulations. The campus is located in the Godrej Business District in Vikhroli, an eastern suburb of Mumbai, and is expected to welcome its first students in August 2026.
Degrees awarded at the Mumbai campus are Illinois Tech degrees — identical in standing to those awarded at the Chicago campus. Illinois Tech’s Chicago campus is ranked #1 in Illinois and #22 in the US for Best Graduate Salaries by the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2026, and its computer science programs are in the Top 100 nationally by US News & World Report.
Illinois Tech is the only US university to offer all students the Elevate programme — a structured commitment guaranteeing access to internships, research opportunities, competitions, study away, and career-focused short courses. This applies to Mumbai campus students as well.
Who it’s for
Illinois Tech Mumbai suits students interested in STEM and business careers who want a US university degree while studying in India. The campus is particularly relevant for students targeting:
- AI, machine learning, and software engineering careers
- Data science roles in industry
- Business and IT management positions
- MBA-track careers with a technology focus
The initial intake of approximately 250–300 students across all programs means the first cohorts will be small. Admission does not go through CUET, JEE, or any centralised Indian entrance exam.
Programs offered
Undergraduate (4 years, 30 seats each in Year 1)
- BSc (B.S.) Artificial Intelligence — STEM track; INR 18 Lakhs/year. Covers state-space search, machine learning, neural networks, computer vision, and language understanding. Total 127 credit hours.
- BSc (B.S.) Computer Science — STEM track; INR 18 Lakhs/year. Software engineering-focused: data structures, algorithms, OS, security, cloud computing. Total 127 credit hours.
- B.S. Business and Information Technology — Innovation and Society track; INR 18 Lakhs/year. Combines core business courses with IT systems, cybersecurity, and open-source development. Total 120 credit hours.
- B.S. Business Administration — Innovation and Society track; INR 18 Lakhs/year. Business strategy, entrepreneurship, and STEM-driven management with specialisation options. Total 120–122 credit hours.
Postgraduate (30 seats each in Year 1)
- M.A.S. Artificial Intelligence — 2 years full-time; INR 20 Lakhs/year. Advanced AI, machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, NLP, robotics.
- M.S. Computer Science — 2 years full-time; INR 20 Lakhs/year. Three pathways: research-driven coursework, master’s project, or thesis. Total 32 credit hours.
- M.A.S. Data Science — 12–15 months full-time or 2 years part-time; INR 20 Lakhs/year. Machine learning, big data analytics, data visualisation, industry capstone project. Total 33 credit hours.
- MBA — 12–15 months full-time or 2 years part-time; INR 20 Lakhs/year. Core management, digital transformation, strategic management; no GMAT required. Total 36 credit hours.
All programs include Interprofessional Projects (IPRO) — collaborative, multi-disciplinary capstone projects — and access to the Elevate programme.
Campus and infrastructure
The campus is located in the Godrej Business District, Vikhroli — an eastern Mumbai suburb with direct access to employment hubs and strong public transport connectivity. The Godrej campus situates students within an established commercial zone that includes major corporate offices.
Planned facilities include purpose-built classrooms, advanced laboratories, digital library resources, residential facilities, and student recreation spaces, aligned to Illinois Tech’s global standards. Faculty will include Illinois Tech Chicago faculty leading modules and guest lectures, supplemented by Indian faculty with industry experience.
Illinois Tech’s research enterprise spans $50 million in externally funded research annually (Chicago campus), with partnerships including Argonne National Laboratory and Fermilab. Mumbai campus students will have access to research collaboration pathways.
Things to verify before applying
- UGC FHEI final approval: The campus operates under FHEI regulations; confirm the regulatory status at your time of application.
- Application fee: Rs 5,000 for both UG and PG applications (confirmed in brochure).
- Seat availability: 30 seats per program for the inaugural 2026 cohort across 8 programs (total ~240 seats, scaling toward 250–300).
- Tuition confirmations: Fees stated in the prospectus are INR 18 Lakhs/year (UG) and INR 20 Lakhs/year (PG). Verify with the admissions office for the latest confirmed figures and whether any additional fees apply.
- Elevate programme specifics: Confirm what the Elevate guarantee covers for Mumbai campus students vs. Chicago campus students.
- Three-year bachelor’s degree eligibility: For PG programs, three-year Indian bachelor’s degrees from NAAC-A institutions are accepted for M.A.S. AI, M.A.S. Data Science, and MBA. They are not accepted for M.S. Computer Science (four-year degree required).
- Degree recognition in India: Illinois Tech degrees are US degrees; confirm recognition by Indian regulatory bodies (UGC, AICTE) for any specific career pathways relevant to your goals.
Where to go next on this site
- Compare with University of Bristol Mumbai and QUB GIFT City for other new international campuses in 2026
- BSc Computer Science program guide
- MSc Data Science program guide
- MBA program guide
Sources Used
Fees — 2026-27
Program Fees
| Program | Level | Annual Fee | Total Fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence (B.S.) | UG | INR 18,00,000 | — | brochure |
| Computer Science (B.S.) | UG | INR 18,00,000 | — | brochure |
| Business and Information Technology (B.S.) | UG | INR 18,00,000 | — | brochure |
| Business Administration (B.S.) | UG | INR 18,00,000 | — | brochure |
| Artificial Intelligence (M.A.S.) | PG | INR 20,00,000 | — | brochure |
| Computer Science (M.S.) | PG | INR 20,00,000 | — | brochure |
| Data Science (M.A.S.) | PG | INR 20,00,000 | — | brochure |
| Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) | PG | INR 20,00,000 | — | brochure |
Scholarships
Amount: 10%–20% of annual tuition (INR 1.8–3.6 Lakhs reduction per year for UG; INR 2–4 Lakhs for PG)
Amount: Varies; specific amounts to be confirmed with admissions
Amount: Award notified in the official admission letter
Fee figures are indicative. Verify the complete fee structure on the institution's official website.
Admissions — 2026-27
Eligibility
10+2 or equivalent. No standardised test (SAT/ACT) required — test-optional policy. Strong performance in mathematics and science recommended for STEM programs (4 years maths at pre-calculus level or above). Personal statement required. Up to 3 letters of recommendation (optional). No CUET or JEE required.
Bachelor's degree (not necessarily in CS). Three-year Indian bachelor's degrees from NAAC-A institutions accepted. If bachelor's is not in CS, prerequisite coursework in Object-Oriented Programming I & II (or equivalent) required with grade B or better. Personal statement and CV/resume required.
Four-year undergraduate degree in Computer Science or related discipline required. ECE and similar backgrounds eligible (may require 1–2 prerequisites). Non-CS backgrounds (Civil, Mechanical Engineering) generally not eligible. Three-year Indian bachelor's degrees not accepted unless accompanied by a master's degree. One letter of recommendation required.
Bachelor's degree in any field. Three-year Indian bachelor's from NAAC-A institutions accepted. Expected background in discrete mathematics, linear algebra, probability, statistics, relational databases, and a programming language (Python, Java, MATLAB etc.). One letter of recommendation required (two preferred). Professional statement of objectives required. Every applicant meeting the deadline is automatically considered for a merit scholarship.
Two or more years professional work experience required. Three-year Indian bachelor's from NAAC-A institutions accepted. No GMAT or GRE required. CV/resume and professional statement (Statement of Purpose) required. One letter of recommendation required.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Campus launch (first cohort) | August 2026 |
| Applications open | Check Illinois Tech Mumbai portal — applications active as of early 2026 |
| Application deadline | Rolling admissions; check portal for specific round deadlines |
Selection Process
- Create account on Illinois Tech online applications portal
- Pay Rs 5,000 application fee (UG and PG)
- Submit official high school or undergraduate transcripts (UG: via electronic transcript service or sealed mail; PG: scanned official transcripts or electronic from registrar)
- Submit personal statement / statement of purpose
- Submit CV/resume (PG programs)
- Submit letters of recommendation if applicable (optional for UG; required for PG)
- Submit standardised test scores if choosing to (SAT/ACT optional for UG; GMAT/GRE not required for MBA)
- English proficiency: India is an exempt country — no TOEFL/IELTS required for Indian applicants. International (non-Indian) applicants must submit TOEFL iBT 80+, IELTS 6.5+, or Duolingo 115+.
- Admission decision issued by Illinois Tech
Placements — 2026-27
Placement data is sourced from institutional records. Verify current data on the institution's official website.