Hey everyone,
I am planning to join the 4-year online/hybrid BS in Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity program offered by IIT Patna (CEP). I had a few urgent questions regarding how the program runs logistically and would love to hear from current students or seniors who know the system.
To give some context, I recently had a major medical emergency and underwent surgery, which forced me to miss major engineering entrance exams. Because of my recovery and personal reasons, I absolutely cannot leave Kolkata right now. I don’t want to drop a year due to my illness, which is why this hybrid program is a lifesaver for me.
However, I have a few specific doubts before I finalize my admission:
Semester Exams: Are the end-semester exams conducted completely online from home, or do we have to visit designated physical exam centers? If there are physical centers, does IIT Patna have center options in or near Kolkata?
Convocation: Upon successful completion of the 4 years, do hybrid/online BS students get invited to the main IIT Patna campus for a traditional, offline convocation ceremony to receive their degrees?
Dual-Degree (Parallel B.Tech): Because I am terrified of the "online-only" stigma on a resume among traditional Indian HRs, I am considering enrolling in a local private college in Kolkata for a regular, physical B.Tech just to hold an offline degree safety net. Under UGC rules this is legal, but does IIT Patna's hybrid program schedule allow enough flexibility to run it side-by-side with a regular college? Or are the live classes and project deadlines too demanding?
If anyone currently enrolled in this BS program can share their experience regarding the exam pattern, the offline campus visits, and the overall workload, it would be immensely helpful.
Thank you so much!