IIT Kanpur has announced a new Bachelor of Cybersecurity programme for the 2026-27 academic year. The programme is designed to prepare students for careers in cybersecurity by combining academic coursework with practical training and experience-oriented learning. According to the announcement, admissions are based on a screening and selection process that starts with JEE Main. Candidates are first shortlisted using JEE Main, after which the institute evaluates applicants through additional assessments. These assessments include review of cybersecurity-related work and a hackathon component intended to identify students with strong technical skills and problem-solving abilities. The programme also includes internships as part of its structure, aiming to provide exposure to real-world cybersecurity practices. Both outlets describe the programme’s focus on building cybersecurity capacity through hands-on learning and an admissions process that goes beyond standard test-based selection. Details such as eligibility criteria and the full course structure are provided by the institute as part of the programme launch.