About this Program
IGNOU's B.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (ODL) is a three-year open-and-distance-learning undergraduate degree from Indira Gandhi National Open University — India's largest public university — newly launched to address India's growing demand for AI and ML talent at an accessible, government-subsidised fee. The programme covers Python programming, machine learning algorithms, deep learning and neural networks, data preprocessing and visualisation, natural language processing, computer vision, and AI ethics, structured across six semesters. IGNOU's ODL model combines printed study materials, online resources, and regional study centre support, making it one of the most affordable AI/ML degrees in India. Fees and eligibility are published on IGNOU's Samarth portal. Graduates are equipped for entry-level data analyst, ML engineer assistant, AI developer, and research assistant roles, or may pursue M.Sc. AIML or MCA for advanced positions. The UGC-recognised degree is valid for government jobs, higher education, and private sector recruitment.
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Program Details
Fees & offers last updated 11 Jun 2026.
Earlybird & Scholarship Pricing for B.Sc. AIML (ODL)
Many universities offer 8–15% earlybird discounts for one-time fee payment and up to 25% merit scholarships based on your academic record. Talk to a counsellor to check what applies to IGNOU.
Admissions & Intake
- Intake Sessions
- January & July
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Pros & Cons — IGNOU
- Future-oriented AI and machine learning curriculum from India's premier open university
- Among the most affordable AI/ML undergraduate degrees in the country
- IGNOU's Central University recognition useful for government-sector employment eligibility
- Open distance learning format with very limited live mentoring or interaction
- Rapidly evolving AI field may outpace curriculum update cycles
- Industry values portfolio and certifications alongside the degree; placement support absent
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