This postgraduate program, referred to as MSc in Information Technology (MSc IT), specializes in computing, software engineering, data science, and the field of cybersecurity. The average tuition fee across universities is highly variable owing to the institution, localization, and provisions it have. Government universities, for example, Delhi University and Mumbai University charge comparatively lower fees, from ₹50,000 to ₹1,50,000, per annum. Private universities like Amity, Symbiosis, or Christ University, on the other hand, charge higher fees from ₹1,50,000 to ₹3,00,000 per annum due to better infrastructure and placement opportunities in the is colleges.
Foreign universities in USA, UK, Canada, and Australia have an average fee structure of $15,000 to 40,000 per annum for MSc IT. These come with scholarship options and other aids to finance expenses. Furthermore, these institutions may charge separately for service like hostel, laboratory, and examinations. Distance learning and online programs for teaching IT at master's level have flexible fee structure starting at roughly 30,000 per annum, which is more affordable to working adults.