MCA (AI & ML) with SAS

SAS

In collaboration with SAS

FormatOn Campus
EligibilityB.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT/ECE
Commencement23 Feb '26
Duration2 Years

About the Programme

MCA - AI & ML in collaboration

SAS

MCA (AI & ML) with SAS

A 2-year specialized MCA program with SAS emphasizing deep learning, neural networks, computer vision, and machine learning deployment.

Discipline
Computing
Industry Partner
SAS
Duration
2 Years (4 Semesters)
Level
Postgraduate

Global Certifications

Students can earn globally recognised SAS certifications during the programme: SAS Certified Associate: Modeling Using SAS Visual Statistics, SAS Visual Business Analytics Specialist, and SAS Certified Specialist: Machine Learning Using SAS Viya. They validate skill in statistical modelling, business analytics and machine learning on the SAS platform, improving employability in AI, analytics and data science roles.

  • SAS Certified Associate: Modeling Using SAS Visual Statistics
    SAS Certified Associate: Modeling Using SAS Visual Statistics
  • SAS Visual Business Analytics Specialist
    SAS Visual Business Analytics Specialist
  • SAS Certified Specialist: Machine Learning Using SAS Viya
    SAS Certified Specialist: Machine Learning Using SAS Viya

Why Choose This Program?

Exclusive Access to an AI Lab
01

Exclusive Access to an AI Lab

Get access to Microsoft AI innovation labs, cloud computing environments, and high-performance AI/ML infrastructure, fostering an engaging learning experience.

Industry Partner
SAS
Programme Duration
2 Years (4 Semesters)
Prestigious Industry Certifications
02

Prestigious Industry Certifications

Earn 7 free Microsoft industry certifications from Fundamentals to Expert level, with one certification covered every semester, elevating your credentials to global standards.

Industry Partner
SAS
Programme Duration
2 Years (4 Semesters)
Industry- Focused Capstone Projects
03

Industry- Focused Capstone Projects

Develop AI-powered applications, intelligent automation solutions, and predictive analytics models as part of capstone projects, ensuring hands-on expertise in solving real-world challenges.

Industry Partner
SAS
Programme Duration
2 Years (4 Semesters)
Guaranteed Internships & Placement
04

Guaranteed Internships & Placement

Secure internships and career opportunities with Microsoft, backed by personalized mentoring, interview prep, and placement assistance to ensure a smooth transition into the AI industry.

Industry Partner
SAS
Programme Duration
2 Years (4 Semesters)

Why ChooseChandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh?

Pioneer in AI-Integrated Multidisciplinary Education
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AI-Integrated Education

Gain proficiency in AI fundamentals and domain-specific advanced modules while engaging in multidisciplinary education across disciplines of engineering, management, sciences, law, tourism and humanities, preparing for an AI-driven workforce.

Mentorship by AI Experts from Top-Tech Giants
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AI Mentors

Get expert AI guidance from top professionals at leading tech companies like Google, Microsoft, IBM, TCS and more, empowering you with the skills and knowledge to excel in the tech-driven future.

Centres of Excellence for Cross-Disciplinary Research
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Research Centres

Leverage advanced technologies at industry-collaborated Centres of Excellence to undertake groundbreaking research projects in diverse domains, like blockchain, cryptography, neurotechnology, genetic engineering, and more.

Tech-Infused Ecosystem to Nurture Entrepreneurial Ventures
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Startup Ecosystem

Ignite your entrepreneurial spirit with our tech-powered incubation ecosystem and makerspace, where creativity and collaboration turn ideas into successful ventures.

Exclusive Placement Opportunities with the World's Leading Companies
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Exclusive Placements

Tap into an extensive network of 1300+ recruiters and land your dream job with the world's leading companies like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Walmart, Intel, Flipkart, IBM, Wipro, PwC, EY, Deloitte, ITC, Reliance Industries, Bank of America, Taj Hotels, Cipla, among others.

Top Companies Hiring MCA (AI & ML) Graduates

Companies that recruit at Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh.

Samsung
Cipla
Microsoft
Google
HP
Deloitte
VMware
L&T
Oracle
ICICI Securities
Motorola
ITC
Taj
Samsung
Cipla
Microsoft
Google
HP
Deloitte
VMware
L&T
Oracle
ICICI Securities
Motorola
ITC
Taj
EY
Honda
Palo Alto
Amazon
IBM
Sapient
Schindler
HCL
RBS
Muthoot Finance
TATA AIA
Jubilant Foodworks
Anchor
EY
Honda
Palo Alto
Amazon
IBM
Sapient
Schindler
HCL
RBS
Muthoot Finance
TATA AIA
Jubilant Foodworks
Anchor
Shoppers Stop
Amex
McKinsey
Dell
Flipkart
Cognizant
Hitachi
Directi
Bank of America
Godrej
Radisson
Le Meridien
Vardhaman
Shoppers Stop
Amex
McKinsey
Dell
Flipkart
Cognizant
Hitachi
Directi
Bank of America
Godrej
Radisson
Le Meridien
Vardhaman

Student Testimonials

Students and graduates of Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh on their time here.

  • Vandana Chauhan
    The projects and mentoring here prepared me for the interviews long before placement season began.

    Vandana Chauhan

    Palo Alto Networks · ₹54.75 LPA

  • Harsh
    Industry sessions every semester meant I walked into my first job already knowing how teams work.

    Harsh

    Amazon · ₹45.50 LPA

  • Shanaya Trehan
    My faculty pushed me to build real things, and that portfolio is what recruiters asked about.

    Shanaya Trehan

    Microsoft · ₹42.00 LPA

  • Mansi Diwedi
    The placement cell treated every mock interview like the real one, and it showed on the day.

    Mansi Diwedi

    ResMed

  • Eeshika Dwivedi
    Learning alongside AI tools from the first year gave me an edge I did not expect.

    Eeshika Dwivedi

    Kanerika

  • Akanksha Singh
    The projects and mentoring here prepared me for the interviews long before placement season began.

    Akanksha Singh

    Nestlé

  • Pranjal Singh
    Industry sessions every semester meant I walked into my first job already knowing how teams work.

    Pranjal Singh

    Taggd

  • Adhishri Agarwal
    My faculty pushed me to build real things, and that portfolio is what recruiters asked about.

    Adhishri Agarwal

    Caelius Consulting

A Message From Our Hon'ble Chancellor

Satnam Singh Sandhu, Chancellor of Chandigarh University
Satnam Singh SandhuChancellor, Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, is a premier institute of higher education and innovation. The university stands as a testament to world-class education, where the new-age programs are led by expert faculty who shape young minds into future leaders.

At the Uttar Pradesh Campus, our seasoned faculty, distinguished for their academic excellence and industrial experience, works around the clock to create a future-ready workforce. With the help of cutting-edge technology, including AI-driven platforms and pioneering research, we aim to prepare our students for the challenges and opportunities that the professional world holds.

We offer meticulously designed programs in emerging fields like Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the rapidly changing workforce ecosystem. Sustainability is at the core of our values, and our campus draws energy-efficient infrastructure, ensuring a sustainable environment for generations to come in line with the sustainable development goals of the United Nations.

Labs, Infrastructure & Facilities

The laboratories and teaching spaces students on School of Computing’s programmes work in.

The Apple Lab at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

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Programme Curriculum

Courses in semester 1
CourseLTPCCH
Artificial Intelligence30145
Python Programming30257
Advance Database Management System30257
Forecasting Using Model Studio20134
Block chain and Its Application30033
Total14062026

L lecture · T tutorial · P practical · C credits · CH contact hours

Courses in semester 2
CourseLTPCCH
Machine Learning30145
Optimization for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence20134
Design & Analysis of Algorithm using C++30257
Program Elective -130257
Soft Skills00224
Aptitude-140044
Total15082331

L lecture · T tutorial · P practical · C credits · CH contact hours

Programme Eligibility and Fee Details

A candidate shall have passed the qualifying examination of B.C.A./ B.Sc. (Computer Science)/ B.Sc. (IT) / B.E. (CSE)/ B.Tech.(CSE) / B.E. (IT) / B.Tech. (IT) at Graduation level with 55% aggregate

Program FeeAmount (per semester)Duration
Semester Fee (For Indian Students)85500/- INR2.0 Years
SAARC Fee114000/- INR
International Fee2200/- USD

CUCET Phase I

ParametersCUCET Scholarship AmountAmount to pay after CUCET Scholarship
90.01 - 10085500 /- INRNIL
80 - 9042750 /- INR42750 /- INR
70 - 79.9934200 /- INR51300 /- INR
60 - 69.9925650 /- INR59850 /- INR
50 - 59.9921375 /- INR64125 /- INR
40 - 49.9912825 /- INR72675 /- INR

CUCET Phase II

ParametersCUCET Scholarship AmountAmount to pay after CUCET Scholarship
90.01 - 10085500 /- INRNIL
80 - 90.0034200 /- INR51300 /- INR
70 - 79.9925650 /- INR59850 /- INR
60 - 69.9917100 /- INR68400 /- INR
50 - 59.9912825 /- INR72675 /- INR
40 - 49.998550 /- INR76950 /- INR

Placements & Career Support

From choosing a direction to signing an offer, Chandigarh University’s career services work with you at every step of the job search.

  • Career Guidance

    Faculty mentors help you choose a direction, from your specialisation to the first role you aim for.

  • Placement Assistance

    Support through every campus drive: eligibility, applications, assessments and offers.

  • Industry Interaction

    Guest sessions and time with recruiters and practitioners, so you know what the work asks for.

  • Resume Preparation

    Build, review and sharpen a resume and profile aimed at the roles you want.

  • Interview Preparation

    Mock interviews and group discussions with feedback, before the real ones.

  • Career Counselling

    One-to-one conversations about your plans, your options and your next step.

Best Career Opportunities After MCA (AI & ML)

Graduates can pursue high-demand roles such as:

  • AI Solutions Architect

    Designs end-to-end AI systems, choosing the models, data pipelines and infrastructure that turn a business need into a working solution.

  • Predictive Analytics Specialist

    Uses statistical modelling and machine learning to forecast outcomes such as demand, churn and risk, so organisations can act before they happen.

  • Machine Learning Engineer

    Designs, trains and deploys machine-learning models at scale, building the pipelines that take a model from experiment to production.

  • Data-Driven Marketing Strategist

    Uses customer data, analytics and AI to decide who to target, with what message and through which channel, then measures what each campaign returns.

  • AI Product Manager

    Defines and leads AI-powered products, working with data scientists, engineers and users to decide what to build and how to measure its success.

  • Innovation Consultant (AI & Analytics)

    Helps organisations find where AI and analytics can change how they work, and guides them from pilot projects to adoption at scale.

  • SAS Analytics Specialist

    Uses SAS, the analytics platform used across banking, healthcare and government, to manage data, build models and deliver insight.

  • Algorithm Designer for AI Systems

    Designs and optimises the algorithms at the core of AI systems, from learning methods to search and optimisation routines, for accuracy and speed.

  • AI Governance Specialist

    Sets the policies and checks that keep AI systems fair, transparent, secure and compliant with regulation, across their development and use.

Events & News

Milestones and projects across Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh — open to students of every school.

Kuldeep Yadav at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

01 — Kuldeep Yadav · CU

Sports meets AI-augmented education

International cricketer Kuldeep Yadav joins CU Uttar Pradesh as a student, and launches the CU Sports Scholarship for talented athletes.

For aspiring athletes
Education & competitive sport, together at CU-UP
CU Sports Scholarship
Launched by Kuldeep Yadav
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The Campus Tank launch at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

02 — Campus Tank · Uttar Pradesh

India’s biggest university-led startup launchpad

Campus Tank Uttar Pradesh backs student founders with real capital, mentorship from industry stalwarts and incubation from CU UP itself.

Funding pool
$6 Million
Who it backs
Student founders, across every CU-UP discipline
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India AI Convergence at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

03 — India AI Convergence · 2026

An official run-up event for the India AI Impact Summit 2026

CU UP hosted India AI Convergence 2026, an official run-up to the Union Government’s AI Impact Summit, with 50+ experts from 5 countries.

Global AI voices
50+ experts & leaders
India AI Convergence 2026
Official pre-event
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The AI Impact Summit delegation from Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

04 — AI Impact Summit · Bharat 2026

India’s leading academic institution on human-centred AI education

Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh joins University Canada West (Canada) and Canterbury Institute of Management (Australia) at the AI Impact Summit 2026, leading the global conversation on “Faculty Futures 2035, Global Roadmap for Human-Centred AI Education”.

Global coalition
3 partner institutions
Faculty Futures 2035
Global roadmap for human-centred AI education
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Frequently Asked Questions

In Engineering B.Tech, there are in total of 35 Courses in which 4 Courses are Collaborative. You can find all the course details in the Program menu

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How To Apply?

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Register for CUCET by providing your basic details — name, email, mobile number, state and gender.

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You receive a confirmation on your registered number and email. Log in with those credentials and complete the eligibility and scholarship test application.

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Admission

On clearing CUCET, submit your admission application. Merit-based scholarship is assessed automatically from your result.