About this Program
IGNOU's M.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (ODL) is a two-year postgraduate degree from Indira Gandhi National Open University — India's largest and most accessible public university — designed for science and technology graduates who want structured, government-priced postgraduate training in AI and ML. The programme covers advanced machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, computer vision, generative AI, AI system design, and ethical AI, aligning with India's National AI Strategy and demand from fintech, healthtech, defence, and manufacturing sectors. Delivered through IGNOU's blended open-distance-learning model with online materials, recorded sessions, and regional study centre contact programmes, the degree is UGC-recognised and valid for government jobs and higher studies. Eligibility and fees are on the IGNOU Samarth portal. Graduates are positioned for roles as ML engineer, AI researcher, data scientist, NLP engineer, and senior analytics professional, or may proceed to PhD programmes in AI/ML research at leading Indian institutions.
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Program Details
Fees & offers last updated 11 Jun 2026.
* Approximate monthly instalment based on annual fee ÷ 12. Actual EMI options vary by university.
Earlybird & Scholarship Pricing for M.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
Available Specializations
Pros & Cons — IGNOU
- Postgraduate AI and ML qualification from a Central Government university at low cost
- Growing demand for AI professionals gives this credential relevance in the job market
- Good for working professionals seeking a formal postgraduate credential in the field
- Limited mentoring, live sessions and industry project components in ODL mode
- Industry prefers strong coding portfolio alongside the degree for data and AI roles
- Curriculum pace and content may lag the industry due to ODL update cycles
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