Online M. Sc. in Economics and Data Analytics
Department of Economic Sciences
Admissions Open for Online PG Programs!Last date: 2nd December 2025 (Online Entrance Test-Exempted Candidates Only). [Click here to apply.]
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Special Inaugural batch (Admission cycle Jan 2026) Program Fee Refund Policy [Click for details]
Application fee: ₹15000/- Refundable: ₹10000 (if admission is not offered by IITK).
About the Program
The M.Sc. [Online] in Economics and Data Analytics is designed to equip students and professionals with advanced knowledge at the intersection of economics and data science. The curriculum blends core economic theory with modern analytical tools, enabling participants to address real-world challenges in finance, policy, and business. The program emphasizes hands-on training in software such as R, Python, MS Excel, and STATA, ensuring participants develop bothconceptual understanding and technical expertise.
Eligibility Criteria
For eligibility criteria related queries, please contact us.
Institute Level Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum CPI 5.5 or 55% marks in the qualifying degree.
Applicants may qualify via:
- A valid score above department-stated cut-off in approved national-level exams as applicable to the program discipline (GATE/JAM)
- IIT Kanpur’s online proctored entrance test. [syllabus]
Department Level Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- Mathematics at the 10+2 level or at least one mathematics course completed during undergraduate studies. Knowledge in Calculus is required.
Exceptions for IITK Online Entrance Test
The following candidates are exempted from the IITK Online Entrance Test*:
- Professionals with over 5 years of relevant experience.
- Applicants with valid national-level test scores above the department specified cutoff.
- Candidates nominated or sponsored by government/defense/other recognized organizations.
*The department may conduct an interview/written examination only for those candidates who are exempted from taking the IITK online entrance test for admission in the PG online programs.
Fee Structure
| Program Fee (₹) | ₹1,00,000 |
|---|---|
| Trimester Fee (₹) | ₹15,000 |
| Minimum Course Credits | 180 Credits |
| Course Fees / Credit | ₹3,500 per credit * |
| Evaluation Fee / Credit | ₹400 |
| Total Fee (₹)*** | ₹8,92,000 |
| Application Fee | ₹15,000 (₹10,000 refunded if admission not offered) |
| Continuation Fee | ₹5,000 per inactive trimester |
- 25% concession on Program and Course fees for candidates sponsored/nominated by the Government/PSUs/ Defence Organizations.
- 15% concession on Program and Course fees for corporate bulk-sponsored/nominated candidates (5 or more candidates in a year)
- 40% concession on Program and Course/Tuition Fees for IITK Alumni.
- 100% concession on Program Fee and Trimester Fee for the first four trimesters for eMasters graduates joining M.Sc. in the same department.
* Course fee per credit may vary for interdisciplinary courses.
** ₹50,000 of the Program Fee must be paid to confirm registration.
*** The total fee may vary depending on the course fee per credit.
| Program Fee (USD) | $1,250 |
|---|---|
| Trimester Fee (USD) | $200 |
| Minimum Course Credits | 180 Credits |
| Course Fees / Credit | $45 per credit * |
| Evaluation Fee / Credit | $5 |
| Total Fee (USD)*** | $11,225 (approx.) |
| Application Fee | $200 (non-refundable) |
| Continuation Fee | $65 per inactive trimester |
- 25% concession on Program and Course fees for candidates sponsored/nominated by the Government/PSUs/ Defence Organizations.
- 15% concession on Program and Course fees for corporate bulk-sponsored/nominated candidates (5 or more candidates in a year)
- 40% concession on Program and Course/Tuition Fees for IITK Alumni.
- 100% concession on Program Fee and Trimester Fee for the first four trimesters for eMasters graduates joining M.Sc. in the same department.
* Course fee per credit may vary: Engineering $45–$65; Science $35–$60.
** A part of Program Fee ($600) must be deposited to confirm registration.
*** The total fee may vary depending on the course fee per credit.
| IIT Kanpur has facilitated loan options for Online PGP students through three banks — SBI, ICICI, and HDFC. | |
|---|---|
| Bank | Loan Related Documents |
| State Bank of India (SBI) | Click Here |
| HDFC Bank | Click Here |
| ICICI Bank | Click Here |
- The loan agreement is strictly between the student and the respective bank, with no financial liability or involvement of IIT Kanpur in any manner.
- Detailed information on the loan schemes and contact details for each bank are available in the links provided above.
- For any queries or assistance, students are requested to contact the respective bank directly.
Curriculum Template
Faculty & Instructors
Dr. Sujaya Sircar
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Dr. Anna David Thottappilly
Agricultural Economics, Climate Change, Development Economics
Dr. Anurag Singh
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