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The B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI&ML) at Nirma University's Institute of Technology is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme offered under the School of Technology, within the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. The programme provides a strong foundation in artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, data science, neural networks, natural language processing, and computer vision, along with core computer science subjects. The total tuition fee is Rs. 11,00,000 (Rs. 2,75,000 per annum) for the 2026-27 academic year, with a total seat intake of 60 seats across State Quota (ACPC), All India, and NRI categories. Admission is through JEE (Main) for All India seats and GUJCET for State Quota (ACPC) seats. The programme is highly sought-after given the growing demand for AI and ML professionals across industries, and benefits from Nirma University's strong industry connections and placement record.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are currently open. The online application window opened on February 19, 2026, and the last date to submit the application form is April 18, 2026. JEE (Main) 2026 Session 2 is scheduled from April 2 to 9, 2026, and GUJCET 2026 was held on March 29, 2026. Allotment rounds and document verification dates are yet to be announced (TBA) and will follow the ACPC, Government of Gujarat schedule.

Key Points

The B.Tech AI&ML programme is offered under the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the School of Technology, Institute of Technology, Nirma University.
The curriculum covers artificial neural networks, deep neural networks, machine learning algorithms, Python for signal and image processing, data science, NLP, and computer vision.
Students can choose from a wide range of Minors to complement their core AI&ML major, enabling interdisciplinary learning.
The Department has a dedicated Centre of Excellence in Data Science, directly relevant to the AI&ML programme.
The Institute of Technology is part of Nirma University, which holds NAAC A+ Grade (3rd cycle) and is recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Government of Gujarat.
The programme is listed on the IndiaAI portal, reflecting its alignment with national AI education priorities.
No on-campus hostel facility is available for B.Tech students; guidance for off-campus accommodation is provided by the institute.

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Nirma B.Tech AI&ML Fees

The B.Tech AI&ML programme at Nirma University carries a tuition fee of Rs. 2,75,000 per annum for the 2026-27 academic year, applicable to both All India Category and State Quota (ACPC) students. In addition to tuition, students are required to pay a one-time Initial Enrollment Fee of Rs. 1,000, an annual Examination Fee of Rs. 7,000, and one-time charges for Seminar/Orientation/Welcome Kit (Rs. 1,200) and Alumni Association Membership (Rs. 3,500). A refundable security deposit of Rs. 7,000 is also collected. The total cost for the first year comes to Rs. 2,94,700, and the total fees over 4 years (excluding refundable deposit) amount to Rs. 11,33,700.

Fee Components

Sr. No.	Fee Component	Amount
1	Tuition Fee (Per Annum x 4 Years)	Rs. 2,75,000 x 4 = Rs. 11,00,000
2a	Initial Enrollment Fee (One Time)	Rs. 1,000
2b	Examination Fee / Semester Grade Report (Per Annum x 4 Years)	Rs. 7,000 x 4 = Rs. 28,000
2c	Seminar, Orientation, Welcome Kit (One Time)	Rs. 1,200
2d	Alumni Association Membership Fee (One Time)	Rs. 3,500
3	Refundable Security Deposit (One Time)	Rs. 7,000
4	Eligibility Certificate (if required)	Rs. 1,000
Total Fees (excluding refundable deposit)		Rs. 11,33,700

The Refundable Security Deposit of Rs. 7,000 is returned at the time of leaving the university, subject to no dues.
For NRI / NRI-Sponsored Category, the tuition fee is USD 6,500 per annum (plus the same other fees as above).
Application form fee: Rs. 350 for Gujarat-based candidates; Rs. 1,200 for candidates from outside Gujarat (non-refundable).
No on-campus hostel is available for B.Tech students. Off-campus PG accommodations near the campus typically cost Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 per year (including food, Wi-Fi, and laundry).
Fees are payable online through Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking during the allotment rounds.

Nirma B.Tech AI&ML Admission 2026

Admissions to B.Tech AI&ML at Nirma University are conducted through two routes: All India Category seats (filled via JEE Main merit) and State Quota seats (filled via ACPC, Government of Gujarat, based on GUJCET and 12th board marks). The 2026-27 admission process is currently underway, with applications open until April 18, 2026. Allotment rounds will follow after the declaration of the provisional merit list, with exact dates to be announced in line with the ACPC schedule.

Nirma University B.Tech Admission Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Opens (All India Category)	February 19, 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application	April 18, 2026
Last Date to Upload Pending Documents / Modify Branch Preferences	To Be Announced
Declaration of Provisional Merit List	To Be Announced
Online Allotment - Round I	To Be Announced
Last Date of Fee Payment - Round I	To Be Announced
Online Allotment - Round II	To Be Announced
Last Date of Fee Payment - Round II	To Be Announced
Online Allotment - Round III	To Be Announced
Last Date of Fee Payment - Round III	To Be Announced
Online Allotment - Round IV	To Be Announced
Last Date of Fee Payment - Round IV	To Be Announced
Last Date for Cancellation (Online)	To Be Announced
In-Person Document Verification	To Be Announced
Commencement of Academic Term	To Be Announced

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
JEE (Main) 2026	Session 1 (Paper 1 - B.E./B.Tech)	January 21-28, 2026
JEE (Main) 2026	Session 2 (Paper 1 - B.E./B.Tech)	April 2-9, 2026
GUJCET 2026	Exam Date (for State Quota / ACPC seats)	March 29, 2026
GUJCET 2026	Result (Expected)	April-May 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed HSC / 12th Standard in Science stream from a recognised board with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with any one of: Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science / Information Practice / Technical Vocational Subject.
Minimum aggregate marks: 45% for General Category; 40% for Reserved Categories (as per ACPC, GoG norms).
Candidates must have appeared in JEE (Main) 2026 for All India Category seats; GUJCET 2026 score is used for State Quota (ACPC) seats.

Admission Process

Register and submit the online application form at the Institute of Technology, Nirma University admission portal (technology.nirmauni.ac.in).
Application fee: Rs. 350 (Gujarat-based candidates) or Rs. 1,200 (outside Gujarat candidates), payable online.
Enter JEE (Main) 2026 Application Number, Roll Number, and Date of Birth at the time of application (JEE rank not required at application stage).
After declaration of merit list, log in to the admission portal to view allotment and select one of the options (A/B/C/D) for counselling.
Pay tuition and other fees online within the stipulated time to confirm the allotted seat.
Report in person with all original documents for verification on the notified date at the Institute of Technology, Nirma University.
For State Quota seats, candidates must separately apply to ACPC (www.jacpcldce.ac.in) and follow the ACPC counselling process.

Nirma B.Tech AI&ML Scholarships 2026

Nirma University offers a robust scholarship programme for B.Tech students, covering merit-based, merit-cum-means, and government-sponsored schemes. For the AI&ML branch, the scholarship criteria are the same as for CSE, with Category I full tuition fee waiver available for top JEE (Main) and GUJCET rankers. Additionally, Gujarat government's MYSY scholarship provides significant financial support to eligible students from the state. These scholarships together make the programme accessible to meritorious students across economic backgrounds.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
Category I - Full Tuition Fee Waiver (Nirma University)	JEE (Main) CRL Rank 1-5,500 (AI&ML) OR ACPC Merit Rank 1-75	100% Tuition Fee Waiver (Rs. 2,75,000 p.a.)
Category II - Merit Scholarship (Nirma University)	Top 2 students (All India Category, JEE Main merit) / Top 1 student (ACPC, GUJCET merit) for AI&ML	Rs. 1,00,000 per annum
Category III - Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (Nirma University)	Top 2 students (All India) / Top 1 student (ACPC) for AI&ML; Family income up to Rs. 4 Lakh p.a.	Rs. 1,00,000 per annum
Category III - Merit-cum-Means (Open Merit, All Depts.)	Based on JEE Main / GUJCET score; Family income up to Rs. 8 Lakh p.a.	Rs. 50,000 per annum
MYSY - Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (Govt. of Gujarat)	Gujarat domicile; 80%+ in 12th (PCM); Family income up to Rs. 6 Lakh p.a.	Up to Rs. 50,000 p.a. (tuition fee support for professional graduation courses)

Scholarship renewal in subsequent years requires CGPA of 7.0 and above, passing all courses in the first attempt, good conduct, and minimum attendance.
Students receiving MYSY scholarship are not eligible for Nirma University's own scholarships. However, the university provides additional support of up to Rs. 50,000 p.a. for examination fees, books, stationery, and transport for MYSY recipients.
NRI / NRI-Sponsored / OCI / PIO / Foreign National students are not eligible for Nirma University scholarships.
Scholarship applications are submitted online through the university's admission portal.

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Nirma B.Tech AI&ML FAQs

Ques. Is B.Tech AI&ML at Nirma University a separate department or part of CSE?

Ans. B.Tech AI&ML at Nirma University is offered under the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) within the School of Technology. The programme is titled "Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)" and shares the same departmental infrastructure, faculty, and labs as the CSE programme. The curriculum is specifically designed around AI and ML subjects while retaining core computer science foundations.

Ques. Should I choose B.Tech CSE or B.Tech AI&ML at Nirma University?

Ans. Both programmes are offered under the same CSE department. B.Tech CSE provides a broader foundation across all areas of computer science, while B.Tech AI&ML is more specialised in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science. For students with a clear interest in AI/ML careers, the specialised programme offers a focused curriculum. However, some industry experts suggest that a broader CSE background may offer more flexibility for freshers. Both programmes have the same fee structure and similar placement prospects.

Ques. What is the seat intake for B.Tech AI&ML at Nirma University, and how are seats distributed?

Ans. The total seat intake for B.Tech AI&ML is 60 seats: 15 State Quota seats (filled by ACPC, Government of Gujarat, based on GUJCET and 12th board marks), 36 All India seats (filled by the institute based on JEE Main CRL rank), and 9 NRI/NRI-Sponsored seats. Seats may vary based on ACPC, GoG decisions.

Ques. Is there a hostel facility available for B.Tech AI&ML students at Nirma University?

Ans. No, Nirma University does not offer on-campus hostel facilities for B.Tech students. Hostel accommodation on campus is available only for postgraduate (PG) students. For girls, hostel is available at both UG and PG levels. B.Tech students typically arrange off-campus PG accommodations near the Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway campus, which cost approximately Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 per year including food, Wi-Fi, and laundry. A bus facility is available from various parts of Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar on a chargeable basis.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after B.Tech AI&ML from Nirma University?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as AI/ML Engineers, Data Scientists, Research Scientists, NLP Engineers, Computer Vision Engineers, and AI Product Managers across sectors including IT, fintech, healthcare, e-commerce, and manufacturing. The programme's alignment with the IndiaAI initiative and Nirma University's strong industry connections ensure good placement prospects. Students can also pursue higher studies (M.Tech / MS / PhD) in AI, Data Science, or related fields at premier institutions in India and abroad.

Ques. Can I get a full tuition fee waiver for B.Tech AI&ML at Nirma University?

Ans. Yes. Under Category I of Nirma University's scholarship scheme, students with a JEE (Main) CRL Rank between 1 and 5,500 (All India Category) or an ACPC Merit Rank between 1 and 75 (State Quota) are eligible for a 100% tuition fee waiver of Rs. 2,75,000 per annum. This is the same scholarship criterion as for B.Tech CSE, reflecting the high demand and competitive nature of the AI&ML programme. The waiver is renewable each year subject to maintaining a CGPA of 7.0 and above.