New Delhi: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jodhpur has launched a four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) in Management and Technology, offering students an interdisciplinary undergraduate programme designed for the rapidly evolving, AI-driven economy. Unlike many IIT undergraduate programmes, admission to this course does not require a JEE score.

The programme will commence in August 2026 and is open to students from Science, Commerce, Arts, and other academic streams, making it accessible to a wider range of learners.

Eligibility Criteria for IIT Jodhpur BS Programme

Candidates who have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with at least 60% aggregate marks are eligible to apply. For candidates belonging to reserved categories, the minimum required marks are 50%.

Students awaiting their Class 12 results can also submit applications, subject to fulfilling the eligibility criteria at the time of admission.

Curriculum Aligned with NEP 2020

The BS in Management and Technology is designed in accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The programme follows a four-year, eight-semester structure comprising 141 academic credits.

The curriculum combines management education with emerging technologies, covering subjects such as:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• Machine Learning

• FinTech

• Cloud Computing

• Digital Marketing

• Business Analytics

• Data-Driven Decision Making

The programme aims to equip students with technical knowledge, analytical skills, and business management expertise required in modern industries.

Flexible Learning and Multi-Exit Option

IIT Jodhpur has introduced a flexible learning model for the programme. Students will have access to:

• Recorded video lectures

• Live interactive online classes

• Weekend doubt-clearing sessions

• Campus immersion opportunities at IIT Jodhpur

The programme also follows a multi-exit framework, allowing students to earn recognised academic qualifications at different stages in line with the provisions of NEP 2020.

Students who successfully complete the four-year programme will receive IIT Jodhpur alumni status.

Career Opportunities After the Programme

Graduates of the BS in Management and Technology programme can pursue careers across technology, management, consulting, and analytics sectors.

Some of the potential career roles include:

• Business Analyst

• Data Analyst

• Product Manager

• Operations Manager

• Strategy Consultant

• Marketing Strategist

• Management Consultant

IIT Jodhpur BS Admission Process

Candidates seeking admission should follow these steps:

1. Complete the online application form through the official admission portal.

2. Upload the required documents.

3. Pay the ₹999 application fee.

4. Appear for the Qualifier Test conducted by IIT Jodhpur.

5. Participate in the counselling process, if shortlisted.

6. Receive the provisional admission offer upon selection.

7. Pay the first-year programme fee within 10 days to confirm admission.

No JEE Required for Admission

One of the key highlights of the programme is that JEE Main or JEE Advanced scores are not required for admission. Instead, eligible candidates will be selected through IIT Jodhpur's admission process, which includes a Qualifier Test followed by counselling.

Interested candidates from Science, Commerce, Arts, or any other stream can apply through the official admission portal within the prescribed application timeline.