B.Tech. – CSE (Cyber Security) – with Curriculum Aligned to CompTIA
Duration4 Years
Course Fee12.90 Lakhs
Eligibility10+2 *
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering with a specialization in Cyber Security is a multidisciplinary undergraduate program that combines the foundations of computer science with advanced concepts in cybersecurity, information assurance, and digital investigation.
The program is designed to prepare students to address the growing challenges of securing digital systems, networks, and critical information assets in an increasingly interconnected world.
The program emphasizes experiential learning, innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Students are encouraged to participate in collaborative projects, industry interactions, technical competitions, and entrepreneurship initiatives, preparing them to adapt to rapidly evolving technologies and global industry demands.
The curriculum provides students with in-depth knowledge of computer networks, operating systems, cryptography, ethical hacking, network and cloud security, secure software engineering, digital forensics, cybersecurity analytics, and threat intelligence. Through a balanced blend of theoretical learning, hands-on laboratory sessions, cyber range exercises, industry-oriented projects, and research opportunities, students develop the technical expertise required to detect, prevent, investigate, and respond to sophisticated cyber threats.
Graduates are equipped to design resilient and secure computing solutions, safeguarding digital infrastructure across diverse sectors, including finance, healthcare, government, defense, telecommunications, e-commerce, and information technology.
Program Specialisation
Program Highlights
- CompTIA-Aligned Industry Curriculum: Curriculum designed in collaboration with CompTIA to align with global cybersecurity standards, industry certifications, and the evolving requirements of cyber defense and information security.
- Core Cyber Security Competencies: Comprehensive coverage of cybersecurity fundamentals, including ethical hacking, cryptography, network security, application security, digital forensics, cyber threat intelligence, penetration testing, incident response, and secure software development.
- Hands-on Practical Training: Extensive laboratory sessions, cyber range simulations, Capture-the-Flag (CTF) competitions, vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VAPT), and hands-on experience with leading cybersecurity tools and platforms.
- Emerging Security Technologies: Exposure to cutting-edge domains such as cloud security, IoT security, AI-driven cybersecurity, blockchain security, Zero Trust Architecture, Security Operations Centers (SOC), and cyber threat hunting.
- Industry Certifications & Professional Readiness: Opportunity to prepare for globally recognized CompTIA certifications such as Security+, Network+, CySA+, and PenTest+, enhancing employability and industry readiness.
- Innovation, Research & Competitions: Opportunities to participate in cybersecurity research, secure application development projects, cyber drills, hackathons, Capture-the- Flag (CTF) competitions, and national and international cybersecurity challenges to develop innovative solutions for real-world security problems.
- Career-Focused Learning: Strong emphasis on experiential learning through internships, industry projects, expert sessions, and collaborations with cybersecurity professionals to prepare students for careers in cyber defense, digital forensics, security consulting, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), and cyber intelligence.
Program Specific Outcomes (PSO)
PSO 01
Apply algorithmic thinking and vibe coding skills to develop and maintain efficient and robust computing systems.
PSO 02
Solve real-world problems using technology while adapting to AI-driven innovations through collaboration, ethics, and continuous learning.
PSO 03
Apply mathematical, statistical, and data analytics techniques to analyze large-scale data and extract meaningful insights for data-driven business and scientific decision-making.
Programme Outcomes (PO)
To apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
To identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
To design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
To use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
To create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
To apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
To understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
To apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
To function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
To communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
To recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
Curriculum Details
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAT1119 | Matrix Methods and Linear Algebra | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| COM1531 | Contemporary English | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| PHY1009/ | Elements of Modern Physics/ Elements of Modern Physics Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| CSE1010/ CSE1010L | Problem Solving through Programming / Programming and Problem Solving Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| MEC1509 | Engineering Graphics | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| VAC001 | Design Thinking | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| EGR1501 | Induction Program | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credits | 18 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAT1120/MAT1120L | Probability and Statistics using Python/Probability and Statistics using Python Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| PHY1008/PHY1008L | Quantum Mechanics/Quantum Mechanics Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| ELE1001/ELE1001L | Fundamentals of Electrical and Electronics Engineering/ Fundamentals of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| CSE1009/CSE1009L | Data Structures /Data Structures Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| COM1542 | Professional Skills and Ability Enhancement | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| LAW1010 | Introduction to the Indian Constitution | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| VAC004 | Introduction to Indian Knowledge System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| CSE1711 | Artificial Intelligence and its Real-World Applications | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total Credits | 22 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAT1123 / MAT1123L | Discrete Mathematical Structures / Discrete Mathematical Structures Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| CSE2036/CSE2036L | Programming using Java/Programming using Java Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| ELX2705 | Digital Logic Design | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| CSE2034/CSE2034L | Introduction to Design and Analysis of Algorithms/ Introduction to Design and Analysis of Algorithms Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| UHV2701 | Universal Human Values | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| IDP2501/IDP2502 | Developing a Business Model/Research & Design | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 |
| Total Credits | 20 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE2047/ | Operating Systems: The System that makes computer works Operating Systems: The System that makes computer works Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| CSE2711 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| CSE2037/CSE2037L | Basics of Data Communication and Computer Networks/ Basics of Data Communication and Computer Networks Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| CSE2726 | Foundations of Cybersecurity and Network Defence (CompTIA a+ Cyber aligned) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CSE2732 | AI Ethics and Responsible Computing | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| IDP2503/IDP2504 | Translating Business Model/ Data Analysis & Publication | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 |
| ENV1705 | Environmental Studies | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credits | 20 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE3760 | Enterprise Cybersecurity Architecture and Risk Management | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| CSE3727 | Advanced Artificial Intelligence | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| ELX3008/ELX3008L | Microprocessor and Microcontrollers/ Microprocessor and Microcontrollers Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Professional Elective-I | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | |
| CSE3022/ | DBMS with NoSQL/DBMS with NoSQL Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| CSE3723 | Cloud Computing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credits | 22 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE3055/ CSE3055L | Applied Cyber Defence and Threat Management / Applied Cyber Defence and Threat Management Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Professional Elective-II | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | |
| Professional Elective-III | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Open Elective-I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| CSE3052/ | Applied Cryptography and Network Security/ Applied Cryptography and Network Security Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| CSE3058/ CSE3058L | Cybersecurity Analysis and Incident Response/ Cybersecurity Analysis and Incident Response Lab | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Total Credits | 22 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE4047/ CSE4047L | Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing / Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Lab | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| CSE2501 | Internet of Things | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Professional Elective-IV | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Open Elective II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| EGR4501 | Project Phase-I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| EGR4502 | Summer Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total Credits | 20 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Elective-V | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Open Elective III | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| EGR4503 | Project Phase-II | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Total Credits | 17 | ||||
| Open Elective III | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| EGR4503 | Project Phase-II | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Total Credits | 17 | ||||
Career Path
Graduates of the B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) program from the School of Engineering and Sciences (SoES) acquire industry-relevant technical expertise and practical cybersecurity skills, preparing them for rewarding careers in protecting digital assets, securing critical infrastructure, and combating evolving cyber threats. Potential career opportunities include:
- Cyber Security Analyst – Monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats while ensuring the security of organizational networks, systems, and data.
- Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester – Identifying security vulnerabilities through authorized penetration testing and recommending measures to strengthen cyber defenses.
- Security Engineer / Network Security Engineer – Designing, implementing, and managing secure network architectures, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and enterprise security solutions.
- Digital Forensics & Incident Response Specialist – Investigating cybercrimes, analyzing digital evidence, responding to security incidents, and supporting cyber investigations.
- Cloud Security Engineer – Securing cloud infrastructure, applications, and services by implementing best practices for cloud governance, identity management, and data protection.
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst – Monitoring security events, analyzing threat intelligence, identifying advanced persistent threats (APTs), and supporting proactive cyber defense strategies.
- Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Specialist – Developing security policies, conducting risk assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and implementing cybersecurity governance frameworks.
- Cyber Security Consultant – Advising organizations on cybersecurity strategies, security architecture, risk management, compliance, and implementation of security controls.
- M.Tech. / M.S. / Ph.D. Pathways – Pursuing advanced studies and research in specialized areas such as Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Information Security, Cryptography, Cloud Security, AI for Cyber Security, and Cyber Threat Intelligence at leading national and international universities.
Fee Structure
Yearly
| 1st Year | 2nd Year | 3rd Year | 4th Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹3,60,000 | ₹3,10,000 | ₹3,10,000 | ₹3,10,000 |
Semester Wise
| 1st Sem | 2nd Sem | 3rd Sem | 4th Sem | 5th Sem | 6th Sem | 7th Sem | 8th Sem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹2,05,000 | ₹1,55,000 | ₹1,55,000 | ₹1,55,000 | ₹1,55,000 | ₹1,55,000 | ₹1,55,000 | ₹1,55,000 |
Admission Requirement
Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory course and any one course from Chemistry/ Computer Science/Electronics/Information Technology/ Biology/Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational subject/ Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/Entrepreneurship.
Obtained at least 50% marks in the above 2 compulsory and any one selected (from list of 12) subjects taken together.
Passed min. 3 years Diploma examination with at least 50% marks
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination or an equivalent examination from a recognized board with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the following: Chemistry / Computer Science / Information Technology.
Obtained at least 50% marks in the above three subjects taken together.
The candidate must have passed English as a subject in the 10+2 examination.
Entrance Examination & Selection Preferability
Preference is given to merit scores achieved in national or state-level tests: IIT-JEE (Mains), State Level Entrance Exams, or the University Entrance Exam (Q-CARE).
In addition, candidates must successfully complete the Goenka Aptitude Test for Admission (GATA) and clear a Personal Interview (PI) round.
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