M Sc Data Science Admission 2026: The Indian Institute of Management Amritsar (IIM Amritsar) and the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar)have opened admissions for the 2026 intake of their prestigious joint program: the MSc in Data Science and Management (MSDSM).
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Elevate Your Career with the Joint MSc in Data Science and Management (2026-2028)
In an era where data is often described as the “new oil,” the ability to not only extract insights but also translate them into strategic business decisions is a critical competitive advantage. Recognizing this need, This full-time, two-year residential program is designed to bridge the gap between technical expertise and managerial acumen. It offers a unique cross-functional learning experience where students benefit from the analytical rigor of an IIT and the strategic leadership training of an IIM.
IIM Amritsar, in collaboration with IIT Ropar, offers a full-time, residential, two-year master’s program, Master of Science in Data Science and Management. The programme, co-prepared by IIM Amritsar and IIT Ropar, includes a mix of courses from the areas of Algorithms and Data Structures, Statistics, Data Analytics,Information Systems, and Management.
The program structure:
- Year 1 (IIT Ropar): Focuses on the foundations of data science, including programming, advanced statistics, and machine learning.
- Year 2 (IIM Amritsar): Shifts the focus toward managerial applications, strategic management, and big data analytics in a business context.
Curriculum: The MSDSM curriculum is meticulously crafted to produce “agile data scientists.” Students engage in core modules such as Programming and Data Structures, Matrix Computations, and Applied AI, alongside business-centric courses like Managerial Communication and Legal Aspects of Business.
A hallmark of the program is the Final Capstone Project in the fourth semester. This project is co-guided by faculty from both institutes, requiring students to solve complex, real-world problems using the full spectrum of their data and management skills.
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Eligibility
- Academic Record: A minimum of 60% (or 6.0 CGPA) in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
- Qualifying Exams: Valid scores from CAT 2025, GATE 2026, GMAT, GRE, or JAM (taken within the last three years as of July 31, 2026).
Selection Stages:
- Shortlisting: Based on entrance test scores and academic consistency.
- Personal Interview (PI): A rigorous evaluation of the candidate’s fit for the program.
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The final selection uses a composite score comprising Class X & XII marks (10% each), Qualifying Degree (10%), Work Experience (10%), Gender Diversity (10%), and the Personal Interview (50%).
About IIM Amritsar: Established in 2015, IIM Amritsar is one of the fastest-growing IIMs. Students from 24 states of the country. Annual Conclaves on HR, Finance, Marketing, Strategy, Data Analytics and Operations Management are addressed by top professionals in respective fields. Students are consistently placed with top corporates across the country, offering promising career opportunities.
Programs offered: Master of Business Administration MBA in Business Analytics, MBA in Human Resources Executive, MBA program (Non-residential Hybrid mode) for working executives and entrepreneurs Doctoral Programme.
