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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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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 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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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.

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.
Experts Shaping the Academic Direction
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.
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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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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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.

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.
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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
Below are the reasons to consider this program in 2026,
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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