With an aim to provide tech enthusiasts a deeper insight on cyber security, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has introduced a real-time programme that focusses on models, tools and techniques of cyber security.

Department of Science and Technology, under National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), Threat Guardians Pvt. Ltd. and Worker Union Support, and C3iHub, Cybersecurity Technology Innovation Hub at IIT Kanpur, have together launched Cybersecurity Skilling Programme for the future generation.

Moreover, as per the official notification by IIT Kanpur, the programme will be run free-of-cost for the scheduled caste (SC) and scheduled tribe (ST) students.

The initiative is an effort towards paving way for students in learning advanced-level cyber security. Talking about the current scenario, major online operating companies face security threats. Hence, C3iHub will contribute towards ensuring a safer cyber world. 

Last day to apply for the cybersecurity programme is April 30, 2023.