Master of Science [M.Sc] (Data Science)

IIM Amritsar offers a 2-year full-time M.Sc in Data Science and Management (MSDSM) jointly with IIT Ropar, combining technical data science training with management exposure. Students spend the first two semesters at IIT Ropar and the final two at IIM Amritsar. Admission accepts valid scores from CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, or JAM, and the total programme fee is INR 14,78,000.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open January 2027 (Tentative).

Key Points

• First two semesters conducted at IIT Ropar campus for technical foundation
• Final two semesters at IIM Amritsar campus for management perspective
• Combines rigorous data science training with business management exposure

IIM Amritsar M.Sc DS Fees 2027

• Other charges include residential, mess, and administrative fees for each semester.
• Semester 1 other charges are higher due to one-time registration and refundable deposits.

IIM Amritsar M.Sc DS Admission 2027

• GATE, GMAT, GRE, or JAM scores from the past three years are also accepted.
• Final shortlisting is based on a composite score of academic record, work experience, and PI.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a recognized institution in management, mathematics, computer science, or allied fields
• Minimum 60% marks or 6.0 CGPA in the qualifying degree
• Valid score in CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, or JAM taken within the last 3 years

Admission Process

• Appear for any one of the accepted exams: CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, or JAM
• Apply to the MSDSM programme through the IIM Amritsar application portal after results
• Shortlisting for Personal Interview based on exam score, academics, work experience, and diversity
• Attend the Personal Interview conducted by IIM Amritsar and IIT Ropar faculty
• Final selection based on composite score across academics, work experience, diversity, and PI performance

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking a data science programme backed by both an IIM and an IIT
• Want dual campus experience across two premier technical institutions
• Planning a career bridging data analytics and business decision-making
• Open to using GATE, GRE, or JAM instead of CAT for admission

✗ Skip if

• Looking for a pure data science degree without management components
• Prefer a single-campus residential programme throughout the degree
• Seeking placement support comparable to top MBA programmes at older IIMs

IIM Amritsar M.Sc DS Scholarships 2027

• Need-based grants are assessed by IIM Amritsar based on income documentation.
• Education loans are facilitated through partner banks including HDFC Credila and Axis Bank.

IIM Amritsar M.Sc DS FAQs

Ques. Is the M.Sc Data Science at IIM Amritsar a joint programme with IIT Ropar?

Ans. Yes, the M.Sc in Data Science and Management (MSDSM) at IIM Amritsar is a joint programme conducted with IIT Ropar. Students spend the first two semesters at the IIT Ropar campus for technical data science training and the final two semesters at IIM Amritsar for management and analytics. Both institutions jointly award the degree.

Ques. What exams are accepted for admission to MSDSM at IIM Amritsar?

Ans. Admission to the MSDSM programme accepts valid scores from CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, or JAM taken within the last three years. This broad acceptance makes the programme accessible to candidates from engineering, science, management, and mathematics backgrounds. Candidates must also meet the academic eligibility of at least 60% marks in a relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

Ques. What is the total fee for the M.Sc Data Science programme at IIM Amritsar?

Ans. The total fee for the 4-semester MSDSM programme at IIM Amritsar is INR 14,78,000. This includes tuition fees of INR 10,17,100 and other charges of INR 4,60,900 across all four semesters. The first semester has slightly higher charges due to one-time registration and refundable deposits. Hostel and residential costs are included in the other charges.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for MSDSM at IIM Amritsar?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a recognized institution in management, mathematics, computer science, or allied fields with at least 60% marks or 6.0 CGPA. A valid score in CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, or JAM taken within the last three years is mandatory. Final-year students whose results are expected by June 30 are also eligible to apply.

Ques. How does the selection process work for MSDSM at IIM Amritsar?

Ans. Shortlisting for the Personal Interview is based on a composite of the entrance exam score, academic record, work experience, and gender diversity. The final selection uses a weighted composite score covering class 10, class 12, and graduation marks (10% each), work experience (10%), Personal Interview (50%), and gender diversity (10%). Both IIM Amritsar and IIT Ropar faculty conduct the interviews.

Ques. Are scholarships available for MSDSM students at IIM Amritsar?

Ans. IIM Amritsar offers need-based financial assistance to students with demonstrated financial hardship, assessed on a case-by-case basis. SC/ST candidates can additionally apply for central government scholarships. Education loans are facilitated through partnered financial institutions including HDFC Credila and Axis Bank, helping students manage the programme fee over a structured repayment schedule.