Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)
The B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering programme (Data Science) at GITAM School of Technology is the largest and most dynamic department, offering a comprehensive curriculum that is designed, developed, and delivered with inputs from leading IT/ITES companies and academic leaders from premier institutions like IITs and NITs. This four-year undergraduate programme provides students with a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of computer science, preparing them for diverse careers in the technology industry.
Eligibility
A minimum of 50% or 5.0 CGPA aggregate marks in Intermediate or 10+2 examination from a recognized central / state board with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics subjects.
Students scoring between 50–60% must meet at least one of the following criteria to be eligible:
a. Score over 42% (85/200) in GAT and over 75% in X Standard.
b. Score over 55% (110/200) in GAT.
c. Score over 85% in X Standard.
Additionally, such students must sign a waiver form if companies require more than 60% in Intermediate or 12th grade for placements.
Scope of the Programme
The B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering programme offers a diverse range of career paths, including software development, data science, cybersecurity, and more. With a curriculum that integrates modern technologies and practices, students are equipped to excel in rapidly evolving fields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and industrial automation.
Key Highlights
Application Centres of Excellence
- Data Analytics and AI Lab
- Big Data and Cloud Computing
Research Centre
- Murti Multidisciplinary Research
- Data-Driven Research Centre
Liberal Education Model
24 Credits can be earned across different Schools
- Students can earn credits in fields such as business, economics, and sciences to enhance their data science expertise and interdisciplinary knowledge.
Industry & Academic Collaborations
- Maini Group
- Infosys
- ICAR- Nivedi
Venture Development Course
Offers a mandatory 02-credit venture development course, encouraging students to develop innovative products and services with real business potential.
Syllabus
Standard Track Offerings of Courses
- AI/ML
- Data Science
- Cybersecurity
- Cyber Physical Systems
- Theoretical Computer Science
- Computer Graphics & Visualisation
- Systems & Architecture
- Software Engineering
Specialisation Bundles of Courses Offered
- Computational Biology
- Industrial Automation
- Tele Communications
- Financial Technology
- Pool of Program Electives
Career Options
In a world driven by data, data science is at the forefront of technological innovation across industries. The B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) programme at GITAM provides students with advanced data science skills, empowering them to extract insights, solve complex problems, and drive informed decision-making in today’s tech-driven landscape. With data science becoming vital to sectors such as finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and beyond, GITAM CSE graduates specializing in data science are well-prepared to shape the future of these industries.
According to reports from Gartner and Forbes, the demand for professionals with data science expertise is projected to grow significantly over the next decade, as organizations seek to harness the power of data for competitive advantage. From predictive analytics to big data processing, GITAM CSE graduates are equipped with the tools to meet the increasing demand for data-driven solutions. India’s technology services industry, expected to reach $300-350 billion in annual revenue by 2025, will see a surge in opportunities for data science professionals.
Graduates from this data science-focused programme have a range of career options, including:
- Data Scientist
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Engineer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Big Data Analyst
- Data Architect
- Quantitative Analyst
- Research and Development Engineer in Data Science
Star Recruiters
School Leadership
Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary Applied Education
Notable Alumni
Sujith Aleshwaram
Co-Founder & CTO
Abhiram M
Manager, Attack Surface Management
Mahima
Assistant Executive Engineer, Department of Rural Development
Nelluri Naresh
Founder of QnA Academy
Naga Charan
Senior Planning Engineer
Rohitha
Assistant Engineer Department of Rural Development
Varadendra
Assistant Manager
Ashok Waddar
Assistant Executive Engineer Rural Drinking Water Supply & Sanitation
Giridhar Mogili
Entrepreneur I3
Dr K Narendra Swaroop
Senior Program Manager- Quality
A. Venkata Ramana
Director - Embedded Software
Sai Varun Kodathala
Chief Technology Officer, Sports Vision, USA
Dr. Vinod Kumar
Chief Executive Officer at RICWAL PVT LTD
Bheemireddy PavanKumar Reddy
Senior Big Data Engineer in E/E systems integration Mercedes Benz, Bengaluru
Yeshwanth Reddy Chennur
CPU Implementation Engineer , Apple, USA
Jayanth Srinivas Sonti
Design Engineer @ Microchip Technology Inc., USA
Sreenivas Cholasamudram
Systems and Control Engineer @ Applus+ IDIADA
Nitin Shivakumar
Data Scientist @ Genpact, USA
Kandagadla Ashokkumar
Senior Engineer, Bosch India
Himanshu Rao
Quality Engineer Closures BIW S/X
Sai Rohit Vulli
Junior Mechanical Engineer, PureHarvest
Akash V
Pilot Trainee
Manikumar R
Assistant Manager - R&D
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)
1st Year
₹3,30,000
2nd Year
₹3,46,500
3rd Year
₹3,63,800
4th Year
₹3,81,900
Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships
The scholarship from GAT/National/State Entrance Tests applies only in the first year. To continue receiving it in subsequent years, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 must be maintained.
Apart from the above, the following scholarships are also offered to eligible students.
- Employee Children Scholarships: (60%, 40%, and 20%)
- Loyalty Scholarships: (10% for Any alumni returning to do higher studies/Children of Alumni/Real siblings (Not applicable to step siblings or cousins)/Children of retired employees of GITAM/Spouse of GITAM employees).
- Sports Scholarships: (100%, 75%, 50%, 25% and 15%)
Need-Based Scholarships
- To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be less than 12.00 LPA.
- The candidates admitted through merit scholarship in the slabs of 75%, 60%, 40%, 25%,and 15%, and the parents/guardians combined income is less than the prescribed limits are eligible for the additional need-based scholarship.
| Scholarship % | Upgraded Scholarship % |
|---|---|
| 75% | 100% |
| 60% | 75% |
| 40% | 60% |
| 25% | 40% |
| 15% | 25% |
Scholarships For Accommodation
- In addition, students awarded need-based scholarships after merit scholarships will receive an additional 20% scholarship specifically allocated for hostel fees at GITAM for slabs: 15%, 25%, 40%, and 60%.
- Students awarded 75% & 100% scholarships are also awarded the same percentage in the hostel and food charges.
| Year | Scholarship % | GAT 2025 Score | JEE(Main) 2025 | AP / TS EAPCET | SAT 2025 | NID DAT 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 100 | 141 - 200 | >=97.00 | 1 – 100 | 1501-1600 | >=97 |
| 75 | 131 - 140 | 94-96.99 | 101 - 250 | 1451 - 1500 | 94 - 96 | |
| 60 | 121 - 130 | 92 - 93.99 | 251 - 1000 | 1401 - 1450 | 92 - 93 | |
| 40 | 111 - 120 | 90 - 91.99 | 1001 - 2500 | 1351 - 1400 | 90 - 91 | |
| 25 | 101 - 110 | 88 - 89.99 | 2501 - 5000 | 1301 - 1350 | 87 - 89 | |
| 15 | 86 - 100 | 85 - 87.99 | 5001 - 25000 | 1201 - 1300 | 84 - 86 |
Note: Terms & Conditions Applied
Lateral Entry
| Year | Scholarship % | GAT 2025 Score | AP/TS ECET & DCET 2025 Branch Rank | State Technical Board % Except (AP,TS & KA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 100 | 141 - 200 | 1 – 100 | 95 - 100 |
| 75 | 131 - 140 | 101 - 500 | 91 - 94.99 | |
| 60 | 121 - 130 | 501 - 1000 | 88 - 90.99 | |
| 40 | 111 - 120 | 1001 - 1500 | 83- 87.99 | |
| 25 | 101 - 110 | 1501 - 3000 | 80 - 82.99 | |
| 15 | 86 - 100 | 3001 - 5000 | 70 - 79.99 |
Note: Terms & Conditions Applied
Admission Helpdesk
Scholarship Percentage
100%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=141 <=200
JEE(Main) 2025 Percentile >=97 <=100
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2025 Rank >=1 <=100
SAT 2025 >=1501 <=1600
NID DAT 2025 Total Score >=97 <=100
AP / TS ECET & DCET 2025 Branch Rank >=1 <=100
State Technical Board % Except (AP, TS & KA) >=95 <=100
Scholarship Percentage
75%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=131 <=140
JEE(Main) 2025 Percentile >=94 <=96.99
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2025 Rank >=101 <=250
SAT 2025 >=1451 <=1500
NID DAT 2025 Total Score >=94 <=96
AP / TS ECET & DCET 2025 Branch Rank >=101 <=500
State Technical Board % Except (AP, TS & KA) >=91 <=94.99
Scholarship Percentage
60%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=121 <=130
JEE(Main) 2025 Percentile >=92 <=93.99
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2025 Rank >=251 <=1000
SAT 2025 >=1401 <=1450
NID DAT 2025 Total Score >=92 <=93
AP / TS ECET & DCET 2025 Branch Rank >=501 <=1000
State Technical Board % Except (AP, TS & KA) >=88 <=90.99
Scholarship Percentage
40%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=111 <=120
JEE(Main) 2025 Percentile >=90 <=91.99
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2025 Rank >=1001 <=2500
SAT 2025 >=1351 <=1400
NID DAT 2025 Total Score >=90 <=91
AP / TS ECET & DCET 2025 Branch Rank >=1001 <=1500
State Technical Board % Except (AP, TS & KA) >=83 <=87.99
Scholarship Percentage
25%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=101 <=110
JEE(Main) 2025 Percentile >=88 <=89.99
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2025 Rank >=2501 <=5000
SAT 2025 >=1301 <=1350
NID DAT 2025 Total Score >=87 <=89
AP / TS ECET & DCET 2025 Branch Rank >=1501 <=3000
State Technical Board % Except (AP, TS & KA) >=80 <=82.99
Scholarship Percentage
15%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=86 <=100
JEE(Main) 2025 Percentile >=85 <=87.99
AP EAPCET / TS EAMCET 2025 Rank >=5001 <=25000
SAT 2025 >=1201 <=1300
NID DAT 2025 Total Score >=84 <=86
AP / TS ECET & DCET 2025 Branch Rank >=3001 <=5000
State Technical Board % Except (AP, TS & KA) >=70 <=79.99
