IIT Kharagpur - Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI & Agentic AI

A production-first Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI and Agentic AI, delivered end-to-end and taught live by IIT Kharagpur’s Computer Science & Engineering faculty.

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IIT Kharagpur: Legacy That Nurtures Excellence

India’s First IIT

Established in 1951, IIT Kharagpur is India’s oldest Indian Institute of Technology. For over seven decades, it has shaped engineers and researchers who lead innovation across industry, academia, and technology worldwide.

National and Global Standing

Ranked 5th in Engineering by NIRF 2025, IIT Kharagpur consistently ranked among Asia’s top universities by QS Asia Rankings.

Research That Drives Real-World Impact

Known for high-impact research and strong global citation performance, IIT Kharagpur plays a defining role in advancing areas such as artificial intelligence, computing, and emerging technologies.

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A Research-Driven AI Programme, Led by IIT Kharagpur’s Computer Science Department

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100% Live Online, Faculty-Led Sessions

Taught by Professors from IIT Kharagpur CSE Dept.

A Production First Programme

GenAI → LLM Customization → RAG → Agentic AI → Deployment

Industry Led Programme with Projects & Capstone

Executive Alumni Status and Graduation Ceremony at IIT Kharagpur

Certification: IIT Kharagpur

A Credential That Carries Weight

Recognised Academic Credential

Earn an Executive Post Graduate Certificate from IIT Kharagpur.

Certificate with Distinction

The top 10 percentile performers in each cohort receive a Certificate with Distinction, formally recognised on the credential.

Academic Credibility with Industry Relevance

An IIT-issued credential that signals rigorous training and readiness for advanced AI roles.

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Curriculum Highlights: Design, Build, and Deploy AI That Works in Production

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Research-Backed Credibility - Faculty publish in ICML, NeurIPS,ICCV, ACL and IEEE Transactions. The curriculum reflects active research, not tool trends

100% Faculty-Led Learning - All sessions taught by IIT Kharagpur faculty. No outsourced instructors, only academic depth.

End-to-End LLM Engineering and Deployment - Learn how LLMs are built and how they behave in real systems. Build, serve and monitor with latency, cost and reliability in mind.

Modern fine-tuning - Master PEFT, LoRA and QLoRA to customise LLMs and SLMs for your use case. Evaluate gains against a baseline and iterate with confidence.

Beyond GenAI to Agentic AI - Move beyond chatbots to systems that plan, use tools and coordinate tasks. Build agent workflows you can measure, debug and maintain.

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The Complete Curriculum

Your Step-by-Step Path to GenAI & Agentic AI

Foundations of Generative AI & LLMs

Module 1

6 Weeks


Topics covered

AI & Deep Learning Essentials - Neural network foundations: the minimum you need to reason about modern LLM behaviour.

The Transformer Architecture - Attention, tokenisation, embeddings, positional encoding: how LLMs actually process language.

Working with Foundation Models - GPT, Gemini, LLaMA, Mistral: how to select the right model for cost, capability, and constraints.

Deliverables

You understand how transformers work and can justify your model choices to peers, leaders, and clients.

Advanced Prompting & RAG Systems

Module 2

6 Weeks

Topics covered

Advanced Prompt Engineering - Systematic prompting patterns: tool-calling, retrieval-aware prompts, safety prompts, and failure handling.

RAG Fundamentals - Chunking, retrieval architectures, vector databases: building retrieval that finds the right information.

Advanced RAG Techniques - Hybrid search, re-ranking, evaluation (e.g., RAGAS-style thinking), debugging retrieval failures.

Deliverables

You can design RAG systems with measurable, improvable quality, not guesswork.

LLM Fine-Tuning & Alignment

Module 3

6 Weeks

Topics covered

Fine-Tuning Fundamentals - When to fine-tune versus prompt versus RAG: a decision framework so you choose what works, not what's trendy

Parameter-Efficient Fine-Tuning (PEFT) - LoRA, QLoRA and related methods: fine-tune open models on focused datasets and evaluate gains versus baseline.

Lab Sprint & Review - Hands-on consolidation: dataset prep, training runs, evaluation, and iteration.

Deliverables

You can fine-tune models on domain data and know when it is worth the effort.

Multimodal & Agentic AI

Module 4

6 Weeks

Topics covered

Vision-Language Models & Image Generation - Multimodal foundations and practical pipelines for text+image understanding and generation.

Agentic AI Systems - Planning, tool use, memory, orchestration (e.g., LangGraph-style concepts) and multi-agent workflows.

Deliverables

You can build multimodal applications and agentic workflows for real business use cases.

Deployment, Optimisation & AI Safety

Module 5

8 Weeks

Deliverables

Production-Grade RAG & Agentic Orchestration - Take RAG/agents from prototype to production scale: reliability, failure modes, and iteration loops.

Model Serving & API Development - LLM-style serving concepts, FastAPI, containerisation, monitoring and performance baselining.

Responsible and Trusted GenAI - Guardrails, privacy, hallucination handling, cost control, and documentation for internal governance.

Industry Capstone Project - Your signature end-to-end build: designed, built, evaluated, and deployed with faculty mentorship.

Deliverables

You can deploy GenAI systems that are production-ready, responsible, and built for real users.

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Experts Shaping the Academic Direction

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India’s Strongest Academic Bench in AI & Data Science

Build Real-World AI Systems: Graduate with Deployable GenAI & Agentic AI Systems

Work on five portfolio-ready, production-grade systems - not tutorials. Each project is carefully designed for the Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI and Agentic AI Projects with IIT Kharagpur.

Capstone Highlights: Build & Deploy Agentic AI for Real-World Impact

Your Capstone: Build Agentic AI Systems in Your Chosen Domain

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Domain-Driven Problem Selection - Choose a real-world challenge across Healthcare, BFSI, Manufacturing, or related domains.

Multi-Agent System Design - Architect autonomous agents capable of planning, reasoning, tool usage, and task execution, coordinated through robust agent workflows.

End-to-End System Implementation - Build a complete agentic pipeline integrating data retrieval, decision logic, monitoring, and ethical safeguards.

Evaluation & Performance Metrics - Measure system effectiveness using clear performance indicators, reliability checks, and operational considerations.

Working Prototype & Technical Report - Deliver a fully functional prototype with a structured report covering architecture, implementation insights, results, and deployment considerations.

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Graduation Ceremony: Culmination at the IIT Kharagpur Campus

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Award Ceremony

Certificate conferred by IIT Kharagpur leadership

Interact with the professors who taught you

On-campus academic recognition with your cohort

Experience the legacy of India’s first IIT

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IIT Kharagpur marks 75 years of shaping India’s engineering and technology leadership

As India’s first IIT, the institute’s Platinum Jubilee celebrates seven and a half decades of academic rigour, research excellence, and nation-building impact. This milestone reflects IIT Kharagpur’s enduring legacy of producing world-class engineers, researchers, and innovators who continue to influence industry, academia, and society globally.

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How will upGrad support you?

    Optional Pre-Program Modules - Designed to support learner readiness for the programme begins.

    Core AI & ML Foundations - Covers essential Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI fundamentals.

    Confidence to Start Strong - Ensures a common baseline for effective participation in advanced modules.

EPGC in Generative AI & Agentic AI Course Fee

8 Months
Starting at
INR 4,175/month
Totally INR 1,77,000*

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Pay INR 10,000/- to block your seat
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EPGC in Gen AI & Agentic AI Program Eligibility

How To Apply

Complete your application and enrol in the program with three easy steps!

Eligibility

B.Tech/M.Tech, B.E/M.E (Desirable: CSE, IT, AI, ECE, Electrical Engineering) or B.Sc (Computer Science/Maths/Statistics/Physics/), BCA/MCA  with 50% in each or Learners from outside these disciplines having minimum two years of experience in the field of Technology

What is Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI & Agentic AI from IIT Kharagpur?

The Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI & Agentic AI from IIT Kharagpur is a 32-week, industry-focused program designed to equip professionals with the skills to build and deploy production-grade AI systems.

Offered in collaboration with upGrad, this program goes beyond tutorials to give hands-on experience in real-world AI projects, including Generative AI models and Agentic AI systems. You’ll gain expertise in LLMs, multi-agent workflows, and deployment strategies that are portfolio-ready.

You will work across five modules covering core AI concepts, fine-tuning, production, evaluation, and agents. The program emphasizes practical application with live projects, performance metrics, and reliability-focused development, preparing you to take AI systems from concept to deployment.

Program Highlights:

  • India’s first IIT credential in Generative & Agentic AI
  • Hands-on experience with 5 production-grade AI projects
  • Capstone projects with real-world agent workflows
  • Career mentorship and 1:1 expert guidance
  • Specializations in Generative AI, Agentic AI, and fine-tuning
  • Live sessions, doubt-clearing, and flexible online learning
  • End-to-end deployment, monitoring, and reliability training

Who Should Enroll?

This program is ideal for professionals and enthusiasts who want to start or advance their career in Generative AI and Agentic AI. Whether you are building AI systems from scratch or aiming to deploy production-grade solutions, this program equips you with practical skills through real-world projects.

Ideal Learners:

  • Software Engineers (3+ yrs): Learn to integrate advanced AI capabilities into production systems with our executive-level AI programs.
  • ML / Data Practitioners (2+ yrs): Transform your experiments into reliable, real-world AI solutions through our practical AI courses.
  • Technical Leads & Architects: Gain the skills to guide AI implementations and drive innovation within your teams.
  • Entrepreneurs & Business Leaders: Explore how to create AI-powered products and bring new ideas to life.
  • Career Changers & AI Enthusiasts: Build the expertise needed to step into AI roles and advance your career in this growing field.

What Will You Learn?

The Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI and Agentic AI from IIT Kharagpur takes you on an end-to-end journey to becoming a production-ready AI professional. You’ll gain hands-on expertise in designing, building, and deploying AI systems that go beyond experiments to real-world solutions.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Foundations of GenAI & LLMs: Understand how large language models work, including deep learning essentials, transformers, embeddings, and selecting the right model for your use case.
  • Advanced Prompting & RAG Systems: Design retrieval-aware prompts and build enterprise-grade RAG pipelines with hybrid search, re-ranking, and evaluation for production-ready AI implementations.
  • LLM Fine-Tuning & Alignment: Learn when to fine-tune versus using prompting or RAG, implement PEFT methods like LoRA/QLoRA, and measure performance improvements.
  • Multimodal & Agentic AI: Build beyond chatbots by creating vision-language systems and intelligent agents that plan, use tools, coordinate tasks, and execute workflows.
  • Deployment, Optimization & AI Safety: Take AI systems to production with model serving, monitoring, cost and latency optimization, and implement safety guardrails for responsible AI use.

Why Choose this Certification from IIT Kharagpur?

This Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI & Agentic AI from IIT Kharagpur combines world-class AI research with hands-on engineering to equip you with production-ready skills. Learn directly from faculty shaping the future of AI and build systems that go beyond experiments to real-world deployment.

Program Benefits:

  • Research-Backed Curriculum: Learn from IIT Kharagpur faculty who publish in ICML, NeurIPS, ICCV, ACL, and IEEE Transactions. The curriculum reflects active research, not just tools or trends.
  • 100% Faculty-Led Learning: All live sessions are conducted by IIT Kharagpur professors - no outsourced instructors, ensuring deep academic and practical expertise.
  • End-to-End AI Engineering: Build, fine-tune, serve, and monitor LLMs and agentic AI systems with a focus on latency, cost, reliability, and safety.
  • Advanced Fine-Tuning Techniques: Master PEFT, LoRA, and QLoRA to customize large language models for your use cases and evaluate improvements confidently.
  • Beyond Chatbots to Agentic AI: Design intelligent agents and multimodal systems that plan, use tools, coordinate tasks, and execute workflows reliably.
  • Career-Ready Skills: Gain hands-on experience with real-world projects and workflows, preparing you to lead AI initiatives in organizations.

Certification and Recognition

On completing the Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI and Agentic AI from IIT Kharagpur, you earn a prestigious qualification that demonstrates your expertise in building, deploying, and managing advanced AI systems.

This certificate signals to employers that you have been trained under a premier research institute and gained practical, production-ready AI skills.

You Will Receive:

  • Certificate of Completion from IIT Kharagpur and upGrad: A globally recognized credential that strengthens your resume and validates your AI expertise.
  • Access to Career Services: Support with portfolio building, interview preparation, AI-focused resume tips, and networking opportunities.
  • Executive Alumni Status from IIT Kharagpur: Connect with a wide network of AI professionals, researchers, and industry leaders for lifelong learning and career growth.

Is This Certification Worth It?

Yes! The IIT Kharagpur Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI and Agentic AI teaches hands-on skills like LLM fine-tuning, RAG pipelines, and multimodal AI. With AI skills in huge demand, 93% of companies using GenAI and 65% of tech jobs requiring AI experience - this program can be a game-changer in 2026.

It helps you:

  • Learn In-Demand AI Skills: Gain practical expertise in LLM fine-tuning, RAG pipelines, multimodal AI, and agentic AI workflows.
  • Boost Career Growth: Certified professionals with AI deployment experience are highly sought after.
  • Access Lucrative Jobs: GenAI and LLM skills offer competitive salary advantages.
  • Enjoy Flexible Learning: Online, faculty-led sessions let you study while working.
  • Build a Strong Network: Connect with IIT Kharagpur faculty, mentors, and peers in the AI ecosystem.

Top Career Opportunities And Job Roles

Completing the Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI & Agentic AI from IIT Kharagpur prepares you for high-growth roles across industries. You learn to build, deploy, and optimize AI-driven systems and workflows, making you job-ready from day one.

Top Job Roles You Can Pursue:

Job Role

Average Annual Salary in India

Machine Learning Engineer

INR 11.8 LPA

AI Developer

INR 16 LPA

AI Engineer

INR 17.8 LPA

AI Product Manager

INR 25 LPA

AI Researcher

INR 29.1 LPA

Source: Ambitionbox & Glassdoor

Industries Hiring Generative AI & Agentic AI Professionals

  • Information Technology: AI systems, automation, and intelligent tools
  • E-commerce: Personalized product recommendations, virtual shopping assistants
  • Marketing & Advertising: Content generation, ad optimization, brand storytelling
  • Finance & Banking: Risk modeling, report generation, AI-powered advisory
  • Healthcare: Medical image synthesis, diagnostics, patient data analysis
  • Media & Entertainment: Script generation, music creation, design automation
  • Education & Research: AI tutoring systems, academic research assistants

Top Companies Hiring

Graduates with strong Generative AI and Agentic AI skills are in demand across startups, tech companies, and global enterprises.

Companies hiring certified AI professionals include:

  • Google
  • Microsoft
  • Amazon
  • Meta
  • Deloitte
  • Adobe
  • Tata Digital
  • Accenture
  • Infosys
  • Wipro

Frequently Asked Questions

1Why should I consider the Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Generative AI & Agentic AI?

Below are the reasons to consider this program in 2026,

  • High demand for AI skills: Generative AI & Agentic AI are driving automation and innovation across industries.
  • Build real-world AI systems: Learn to design, build, and deploy production-ready intelligent systems - not just theory.
  • Hands-on, practical learning: Gain experience in prompt engineering, LLM fine-tuning, RAG pipelines, and agentic workflows.
  • Career growth and leadership: Open doors to advanced roles and leadership positions in tech, product, and strategy.
  • Strong industry recognition: Earn an Executive Post Graduate Certificate from IIT Kharagpur that adds credibility to your AI profile.

2What business problems does this program prepare me to solve?

The executive postgraduate generative ai and agentic ai certificate trains you to design AI systems that automate workflows, support decision-making, and enhance operational efficiency. You learn to build solutions for knowledge retrieval, multi-step processes, and internal tools, making your skills applicable across enterprises and startups.

3Is this program suitable for working professionals?

Yes. This executive certification in generative ai & agentic ai is designed for working professionals with a technical or analytical background. Structured modules, live faculty-led sessions, and hands-on labs allow learners to balance work and study while applying AI concepts directly in their roles.

4How is this program different from short AI certification courses?

Unlike short courses that focus only on tools, this executive post graduate certificate in generative ai and agentic ai builds deep system-level understanding. You learn how AI models work internally, how to improve them, and how to deploy them safely. The curriculum is designed by IIT Kharagpur faculty and delivered with upGrad’s structured learning support. The focus is on long-term skill development. This prepares you for advanced AI roles rather than basic experimentation.

5Does this program focus on real-world AI systems?

Absolutely. The agentic ai and generative ai executive certification emphasizes building production-ready AI systems. Modules guide you from foundational concepts to fully deployable applications, ensuring your learning is immediately applicable in business environments.

6Who is eligible to apply for this program?

Graduates with B.Tech/M.Tech, B.E/M.E (CSE, IT, AI, ECE, Electrical preferred), B.Sc (Computer Science/Maths/Stats/Physics), or BCA/MCA with 50% marks, and professionals from other fields with 2+ years in technology, are eligible. This ensures you have the technical foundation for an executive postgraduate certificate in Gen AI & Agentic AI.

7Are science graduates eligible for this program?

Yes, candidates with a B.Sc in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or Physics can apply. BCA/MCA graduates with at least 50% marks are also eligible. These academic backgrounds align well with AI and data-driven learning. Analytical thinking is important for success in the program. Applications are reviewed by upGrad during the admissions process.

8Can professionals from non-technical backgrounds apply?

Yes, if they have 2+ years of technology-related experience. The executive certification in generative ai and agentic ai assumes familiarity with software or systems, enabling motivated professionals to transition into AI roles.

9Is prior AI or machine learning experience required?

No prior experience is needed. The executive post-graduate generative AI and agentic AI certification begins with foundational AI concepts, allowing beginners to progress to advanced production-ready skills smoothly.

10How does the application process work?

Applicants submit an online form via upGrad. Shortlisted candidates receive an offer letter and reserve a seat with payment. Completing this process makes you eligible for the executive post graduate certificate in generative ai and agentic ai.

11What will I learn in the first module of the program?

The first module lays a foundation in Generative AI and Agentic AI, covering deep learning and transformer models. This executive postgraduate certificate in generative ai and agentic ai module prepares you for advanced AI systems and hands-on labs.

12How does the program teach prompting and RAG systems?

You learn how to write structured prompts that guide AI systems effectively. The module explains how Retrieval-Augmented Generation works in real applications. You practice building systems that retrieve the right information from large datasets. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, consistency, and evaluation. These skills are critical for business-ready AI systems.

13Will I learn how to fine-tune large language models?

Yes, the program explains when fine-tuning is useful and when it is not needed. You learn efficient fine-tuning methods such as LoRA and QLoRA. Hands-on labs guide you through data preparation, training, and evaluation. You also learn how to measure performance improvements. This helps you fine-tune models with confidence and purpose.

14What is covered under multimodal and Agentic AI?

This module introduces AI systems that work with both text and images. You also learn how Agentic AI systems plan tasks and use tools. Concepts like memory and multi-agent workflows are explained clearly. These systems support complex, multi-step business use cases. The focus is on building systems that can be maintained and scaled.

15How does the program prepare me for AI deployment and safety?

The final module focuses on deploying AI systems for real users. You learn model serving, API development, monitoring, and performance optimization. The module also covers AI safety, privacy, and cost control. These topics are critical for enterprise adoption. The learning prepares you for responsible AI deployment.

16What is the industry capstone project?

The capstone project is a complete end-to-end AI system built by the learner. It includes problem definition, design, development, evaluation, and deployment. Faculty from IIT Kharagpur guide learners throughout the project. upGrad supports the project workflow through its learning platform. This project becomes a strong portfolio asset.

17Will I work on hands-on labs during the program?

Yes, every module includes hands-on labs and practical exercises. Learners apply concepts through coding and real system experiments. Labs focus on system behavior, performance, and reliability. This helps connect theory with practice. upGrad provides access to the learning environment and practice tools.

18What skills will I have after completing the program?

After completing the program, you can design, fine-tune, and deploy GenAI and Agentic AI systems. You will understand cost, reliability, safety, and governance aspects. These skills are valuable across industries and roles. The focus is on production readiness. This prepares you for advanced AI responsibilities.

19What certificate will I receive after completion?

You will receive an Executive Post Graduate Certificate issued by IIT Kharagpur. The certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the program. upGrad facilitates the certification process and learner verification. This credential reflects advanced AI training. It carries strong academic and industry recognition.

20Is there any recognition beyond the certificate?

Yes, top-performing learners receive a Certificate with Distinction. This recognition is based on overall program performance. An award ceremony is held at the IIT Kharagpur campus. Learners interact with faculty and peers during the ceremony. It marks the formal completion of the learning journey.

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  1. The above statistics depend on various factors and individual results may vary. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

  2. The student assumes full responsibility for all expenses associated with visas, travel, & related costs. upGrad does not .