IIT Delhi introduces online PG Diploma in EV Tech for green mobility

The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi has introduced an Online Post Graduate Diploma in Electric Vehicle (EV) Technology through its Centre for Automotive Research and Tribology (CART). The program is for one year and is intended for engineers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and working professionals who want to be part of India's shift towards electric mobility, with the government aiming 30% adoption by 2030.

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The online postgraduate diploma from IIT Delhi gives learners a systems-level view of the EV ecosystem. Material covered includes battery management systems, power electronics, powertrain design, charging infrastructure, safety systems, and artificial intelligence in fault diagnostics. The program is offered in a blended mode with live online classes and on-campus immersion modules that include laboratory exposure and academic interaction at IIT Delhi.

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The participants will undergo capstone projects, simulations, case studies, and semester-long research with the guidance of IIT Delhi faculty. Upon successful completion, the candidates will be awarded a Post Graduate Diploma from IIT Delhi and become officially part of the institute's alumni body.

The program is to be conducted in collaboration with Jaro Education, which will be offering support for increased accessibility and professional development throughout the nation. IIT Delhi professors and EV specialists will be providing live interactive classes, with industry-specific projects on hand to ensure the learning is pertinent to existing challenges in the field.

Programme duration and eligibility

The diploma is one-year long and is designed for practicing professionals who want to reskill without breaking their careers. Admission is on the basis of academic merit and work experience. Eligibility criteria are a bachelor's degree in electrical sciences or equivalent with industry experience. Another criterion is a diploma in electrical sciences with first class and three years of industry experience. Admission is on the basis of academic merit and work experience.

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The institute states that the diploma has been designed to equip participants for positions involving EV design, manufacturing, research and development, charging infrastructure, fleet electrification, and policy planning. Integrating core engineering with industry-focused projects, the course focuses on developing technical skills as well as leadership skills in the area of sustainable mobility.