Cohort - 2 Commencement
3rd week of March, 2026 (Tentatively)
Cohort - 2 Completion
3rd week of June, 2026 (Tentatively)
Learning Format
Online (Live + Hands-on sessions)
Language
English
Duration
3 months
Registration
The last date of registration is 10th March, 2026

Learners will get access to 3 add-on prep courses to enhance their domain knowledge.

About the Programme

This is a 3-month certification programme in Data Science that offers a dynamic pathway to career advancement and professional success across this domain. In an era defined by data-driven decision-making and technological innovations, the demand for skilled AI practitioners is at an all-time high. Individuals will gain the expertise needed to harness the power of data, develop predictive models and unlock actionable insights that drive business growth and innovation by investing in this programme. Through this certification course, candidates will get the opportunity to learn from IIT professors and leading industry experts in the domain.

The specialisation certification consists of topics, examples and case studies, which is to be covered within 3 months. There will be 2 sessions per week and the duration of each session will be 90 minutes. The Live Lectures are planned every week in the evening from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

Future Outlook

The global Data Science education sector is poised to reach US$378.7 billion by 2030, India's Data Science education sector is reported to skyrocket to US$1.391 billion by 2028 from US$204.23 million in 2023, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 57.52%. A paradigm shift toward data-driven decision-making across diverse industries propels this surge.

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Key Highlights

Over 65 hours of overall experiential learning in the domain of Data Science

3 add-on prep courses on Python Programming, Statistics Essentials and Machine Learning

Continuous end-of-module assessments

Live Lectures for interactive learning and doubt clearing

Interaction with experts and peer networking through discussion room community

Dedicated hands-on lab sessions by IIT (ISM) Dhanbad faculty

Industry projects and use cases

Interact with industry experts from TCS and beyond

Learning Outcome

The participants are expected to develop the following skills by the end of the programme:

  • Understand Mathematical principles to grasp concepts and effectively apply algorithms and techniques
  • Develop sophisticated models capable of handling and mastering extraction of actionable insights from data, driving informed decision-making and strategic planning
  • Develop systems and applications that enhance user experiences through image and video analysis, leading to improved efficiency, safety, and decision-making
  • Advanced skills in AI and Data Science, enabling participants to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving technological landscape
  • Tackle complex problems using AI and Data Science techniques, leading to innovative solutions and improved decision-making
  • Understand multiple facets of Data Handling, from Analytics to Visualization, providing a well-rounded skill set suitable for various data-centric roles
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Develop Hands-on Expertise In

NumPy
Pandas
matplotlib
seaborn
plotly
tensorflow
keras
Power BI
Google BigQuery
Compute Engines
Cloud storages(S3, Google storage bucket)
Cloud Databases(RDS, Google Cloud databases)
Databricks

Potential Career Path

The field generates a variety of job roles, including but not limited to those based on the following specialisation tracks:

These roles require a blend of technical understanding, strategic thinking, and practical application of concepts taught in the programme.

  • Data Scientist
  • Data Engineer
  • Data Analyst
  • Data Architect
  • Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst
  • Data Product Manager

Programme Pedagogy

Programme Syllabus Overview

This comprehensive syllabus covers the latest industry practices and techniques on Data Science that spans across 3 months. This course curriculum is designed in a way that it aligns with the current industry trends and practices, making graduates job-ready and valuable to organisations. In addition, learners will be guided through the intricacies of the concepts with hands-on implementations on projects and scenarios as per the industry standards. This will provide learners with a solid foundation in building proficiency by ensuring a cohesive and thorough understanding from the basic to the advanced topics leveraging extensive hands-on implementations.

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  • Introduction to Data Analytics
  • Basic Data Manipulation using Python (LAB)
  • Fundamentals of Statistics for Data Analytics
  • Statistical Analysis using Python (LAB)
  • Cloud Computing Alliance
  • Setting up a Virtual Machine on a Cloud Platform (LAB)
  • Data Storage and Management on the Cloud
  • Setting up a Database on a Cloud platform (LAB)
  • Data Modeling with Cloud Databases
  • Data Modeling and Processing (LAB)
  • Data Visualization Techniques
  • Visualizations using a Visualization Tool (LAB)
  • Data Analytics and Visualization Case Studies
  • Advanced Data Visualization and Dashboarding
  • Analyzing and Visualizing Real-world Datasets (LAB)
  • Cloud-based Data Analytics

Certificate Eligibility Criteria

Learners will be awarded a co-branded digital certificate upon successful completion of the programme. The course evaluation components are modular quizzes, assignments and attendance.

  • Certificate of Participation (CoP): If a learner has scored less than 40% in the course evaluation criteria and live lecture attendance is less than 50%, then a CoP will be awarded.
  • Certificate of Completion (CoC): If a learner has scored within the range of 40% to 70% in the course evaluation criteria and has atleast 50% live lecture attendance, then a CoC will be awarded.
  • Certificate of Achievement (CoA): If a learner has scored greater than 70% in the course evaluation criteria and has atleast 50% live lecture attendance, then a CoA will be awarded.

Meet the Mentor(s)

FAQs

Please take a look at the most frequently asked questions, you might have your query answered here.

Undergraduates, postgraduates and working professionals with limited work experience, basic programming knowledge (Python) and a foundational understanding of Mathematics, Algebra, Calculus, Probability and Statistics, can apply for this programme.
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The course has been meticulously designed for both freshers/individuals pursuing Bachelor's/Master's degree and working professionals, with emphasis on hands-on experience and practical exposure to cutting-edge tools and technologies. The learners will get access to Live Lectures, hands-on implementation (based on the specialisation path chosen), assignments, quizzes, industry use cases and mentorship from renowned industry and IIT Dhanbad faculty members. Learners will also get an opportunity to showcase their skills to potential recruiters.
In case a learner misses a Live Lecture, he/she will be provided access under Live Lecture learning component, to view the recorded version of the session within and for a specified time frame. Also, the learning content will be accessible until the end of the programme, with an additional one month buffer period after completion.
The learners would need the following infrastructure to access the learning platform:
a. Device: A standard Desktop/Laptop/Tablet/Smartphone with camera and mic
b. Internet: A regular broadband/Wi-Fi connection or a mobile 4G connection
A learner can conveniently connect among the members at an appointed time for group work, outside the live classes. Learners can also use the platform 24x7 to engage and learn from their peers using our digital discussion rooms available under the course of the programme.
The duration of this programme is 3 months, including hands-on and doubt clearing sessions. There will be 2 sessions per week and the duration of each session will be 90 minutes. The Live Lectures are planned every week in the evening from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Learners will be awarded a co-branded digital certificate upon successful completion of the programme. The course evaluation components are modular quizzes, assignments and attendance.
a. Certificate of Participation (CoP): If a learner has scored less than 40% in the course evaluation criteria and live lecture attendance is less than 50%, then a CoP will be awarded.
b. Certificate of Completion (CoC): If a learner has scored within the range of 40% to 70% in the course evaluation criteria and has atleast 50% live lecture attendance, then a CoC will be awarded.
c. Certificate of Achievement (CoA): If a learner has scored greater than 70% in the course evaluation criteria and has atleast 50% live lecture attendance, then a CoA will be awarded.
Learners will be awarded a co-branded digital certificate upon successful completion of the programme.
Attendance is mandatory and we highly encourage you to attend the sessions to gain maximum benefits from the content and discussions. But in some exceptional scenarios like lecture reschedule, full attendance will be given to the learners for those sessions.
Please note that the programme fees is not refundable under any circumstances. Also, the programme fee is not transferable for any other course on the TCS iON platform or for any other purpose. We will be with you at every step for your upskilling and professional growth needs.
Yes. Learners can use the India Toll Free helpline - 1800 266 6282 or email us at info.tcsionhub@tcs.com

This price includes 3 additional preparatory courses which are designed to enhance the learning experience and provide additional resources for your success.