IIT Gandhinagar Announces Online PG Degree In Energy Policy And Regulation Programme; GATE Score Not Required

A new online master's degree programme in Energy Policy and Regulation (EPR) was introduced by the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) today. The admission website is open and the classes will start from January 2024.

The new e-masters programme has been introduced with an aim to cater to skill development as per the evolving demands of the energy sector and foster innovation. You can register in this programme if you are a working professional or a student with a bachelor's or master's degree in the relevant subject, such as engineering, economics, law, commerce, management, or finance, and you want to expand your understanding of developing areas in the energy sector. 

With the help of subject-matter experts, candidates working in regulatory commissions, electricity generation, transmission, distribution, energy trading, consumer services, renewable energy, market operations, adjudication, or consulting will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their positions. The two-year online program is designed with a flexible, executive-friendly structure to enable enrolled candidates to accommodate their work commitments at IIT Gandhinagar concurrently.

The course will support strategic learning and conversations with self-paced learning modules and live interactive sessions on the weekends and in the evenings. 

The e-Masters programme will not require the GATE qualification for admission. Candidates will receive IITGN Alumni status after completing the online degree curriculum successfully, in addition to mentorship and job assistance from the school.