New Age Programme
Learn cutting edge tech, in-demand skills and industry best practices
Learning Format
Live learning, 24x7 virtual labs & solve real life case studies
Great Experience
Learn from world class faculty, guided capstone project & campus immersion programme
Easy Finance
Multiple options including 0% interest EMI
Building Future-Ready Systems Engineering Leaders
With a comprehensive curriculum, hands-on experiential learning through remote and cloud labs, and flexible education methods, the M.Tech. in Software Systems is a four-semester Work Integrated Learning Programme designed for working professionals aspiring to advance their careers in the software and technology industry.
The programme equips learners with cutting-edge expertise across specialized domains including AI Systems, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, Edge & IoT Systems, and Cloud-native Systems, empowering them to excel in high-demand technology areas. It enables professionals to strengthen their technical foundations, build practical skills through real-world projects, and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Unique Programme Curriculum:
Customise Your Learning
The programme consists of core courses which are compulsory for everyone, and offers a wide choice in electives for learners to customise the programme as per their career aspirations. Learners need to complete 12 courses and do a Project/Dissertation in the final semester.
- Data Structures & Algorithms Design *
- Modern Database Systems
- Cloud Computing
- Elective 1
- Software Architectures
- Elective 2
- Elective 3
- Elective 4
- Elective 5
- Elective 6
- Elective 7
- Elective 8
- Dissertation
General Pool of Electives
- Artificial and Computational Intelligence
- Object Oriented Analysis & Design
- Distributed Data Systems
- Software Engineering and Management
- Advanced Computer Networks
- Software Defined Networks
- Cross Platform Application Development
- Real Time Systems
- Data Storage Technologies and Networks
- Distributed Computing
- Computer Networks
- Mini-Project
- Usability Engineering
- Mobile Networks
- Middleware Technologies
- Embedded System Design
- Software for Embedded Systems
Pool of courses for Specialization 1: Cloud-Native Systems
- Pool of courses for Specialization 1: Cloud-Native Systems
- DevOps for Cloud
- API-driven Cloud Native Solutions
- Scalable Services #
- Cloud Economics
- Secure AIOps for Cloud Management
- Big Data Systems
- Cloud Sustainability and Green Computing
- Cloud Infrastructure and Systems Software
- Design and Operation of Data Centers
- AI Workloads on the Cloud
Pool of courses for Specialization 2: IoT and Edge Systems
- Cyber Physical Systems # 4
- Machine Learning on the Edge
- Stream Processing and Analytics
- Data Management for IoT
- Edge Computing #
- Cloud, IoT and Enterprise Security
- Introduction to AI Systems
Pool of courses for Specialization 3: AI/ML Systems
- Architecting AI Systems #
- Introduction to AI Systems #
- Responsible Data Engineering
- Building LLM and RAG Systems
- MLOps
- Data Management for Machine Learning
- ML System Optimization
- AI System Reliability & Operations
- Applied Machine Learning
Pool of electives for Specialization 4: Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity #
- Network Security
- Ethical Hacking
- Identity and Access Management Technologies
- Blockchain Technologies & Systems
- AIML and Cyber Security
- Cyber Crimes, Forensics and Incident Handling
- Cloud, IoT and Enterprise Security
- Secure Software Engineering
- Cyber Laws and IPR Protection
- Modern Cryptography
5 courses / 19 (min) are to be chosen from the designated pool of courses for this specialization.
# indicates mandatory course for this specialization. Other courses from the pool of electives.
Pool of electives for Specialization 5 : Data Analytics
- Advanced Statistical Techniques for Analytics
- Applied Machine Learning
- Data Mining
- Data Warehousing
- Deep Learning
- Information Retrieval
- Mathematical Foundations for Data Science #
- Natural Language Processing
5 courses / 19 (min) are to be chosen from the designated pool of courses for this specialization.
# indicates mandatory course for this specialization. Other courses from the pool of electives.
Live Interactive and Engaging
Learning Methodology
Live Learning
Live sessions for each course
32 hours of live instruction of each course on weekends in an interactive mode
Faculty-guided hands-on learning
Solve real life case studies, assignments & more and receive feedback on the same from the faculty members.
Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning Centres
State-of-the-art centres designed for hands-on, lab-based learning and real-world application. Now live with the Automotive Competency Center in Chennai and Smart Manufacturing Competency Center in Bengaluru, with more locations launching across major cities in 2026.
Campus Immersion Programme
Opportunity to visit the BITS campus to learn, experience labs, network with peers and get mentored by BITS leadership.
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Project Based Learning
Final Semester Project
Learners pick project from their workplace or industry dissertation to apply their learning and suggest improvements.
Develop Problem Solving Skills
Identify, analyze, and effectively find solutions utilizing critical thinking & analytical reasoning.
Self Learning
Flexible learning with access to digital resources
Learners can access e-learning content, recorded sessions, and assignments on our LMS anytime, anywhere.
Library access to books & journals.
Learners get subscription to the world's largest collection of eBooks and other reading resources through OpenAthens.
Experience Exceptional Growth
in Career and
Confidence
For more than 46 years, BITS Pilani, a globally renowned institution, has enabled working professionals through its WILP Programmes to grow into successful leaders and entrepreneurs across the world.
1,36,904
Working Professionals Graduated
353
CEOs and Founders
4,997
Global Heads,
Presidents & Directors
Learn From the Best Minds:
World-Class Faculties and Industry Experts
With over 120 full-time faculty members bringing deep industry and academic expertise, and 1,000+ industry professionals contributing to the learning journey, the programmes offer a truly world-class educational experience.
Technologies
Covered
Our Learners Come From the Best of Organisations
With Diverse
Backgrounds
Experience the Best of BITS Pilani:
Campus Immersion
Learners have the opportunity to visit the BITS Pilani campus during their programme, immersing themselves in a vibrant environment, making lab visits, group exercises with peers and interacting with BITS faculty and the leadership.
Earn a Prestigious Degree & Alumni Status From BITS Pilani
Programme Fee
Programme Fee
INR 3,12,400
| Details | Sem 1 | Sem 2 to Sem 4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fees is non refundable (one time): | 1,500 | - | ||
| Admission Fees (one time): | 18,500 | - | ||
| Semester Fees (per semester): | 73,100 | 73,100 per semester | ||
| Total Fee: | 93,100 | 73,100 per semester | ||
Note: Semesters 2 to 4 fees are INR 73,100 each.
- Admission fees (one time) and First Semester fees are to be paid once admission is offered.
- Subsequent semester fees are payable at the beginning of respective semesters.
- Avail easy EMI option with 0% interest. To know more Click Here
Eligibility
Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Required Degree(s) | Integrated First Degree of BITS or equivalent in relevant discipline (B.Tech., BE, M.Sc, MCA) |
| Marks Required | ≥ 60% |
| Work Experience | Currently employed with Minimum 1 year |
| Additional Domain Requirements | IT services or product industry |
Everything You Need To Know
Examination are of 2 types : Continuous and Comprehensive Exams.
- Continuous consists of quizzes, lab assignments etc. to be taken virtually on the LMS
- Comprehensive: Mid term and End term are to be taken in person at University designated exam centres
For Indian Students: List of designated exam centres
- East Zone: Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Jamshedpur, Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi (Jharkhand)
- West Zone: Ahaliyanagar, Ahmedabad, Bharuch (Gujarat), Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Chhatrapati Samabhajinagar (Aurangabad), Goa - Goa, Indore, Jamnagar (Gujarat), Mumbai, Mumbai - Navi Mumbai, Mumbai - Thane, Nagpur, Nashik (Maharashtra), Pune (Maharashtra), Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Rajkot (Gujarat), Satara (Maharashtra), Silvassa (Dadra and Nagar Haveli), Singrauli (Madhya Pradesh), Surat, Vadodara (Gujarat)
- North Zone:Agra (Uttar Pradesh), Allahabad, Alwar (Rajasthan), Bathinda (Punjab), Chandigarh, Dehradun (Uttarakhand), Delhi NCR - Delhi, Delhi NCR - Faridabad, Delhi NCR - Gurugram, Delhi NCR - Noida, Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), Jaipur, Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Lucknow, Pilani - BITS Campus, Renukoot (Uttar Pradesh), Udaipur (Rajasthan), Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)
- South Zone: Anantapur (Andhra Pradesh), Bangalore - Central, Bangalore - East, Bangalore - North, Bangalore - South, Bangalore - West, Belagavi (Karnataka), Chennai - Central, Chennai - East, Chennai - North, Chennai - South, Chennai - West, Coimbatore, Hosur (Tamil Nadu), Hubli-Dharwad (Karnataka), Hyderabad, Hyderabad - Secunderabad, Kannur-Kerala, Kochi-Kerala, Kozhikode- Kerala, Madurai, Mangaluru (Karnataka), Mysore, Pondicherry (Puducherry), Rajahmundry (Andhra Pradesh), Salem (Tamil Nadu), Thiruvananthapuram- (Kerala), Thrissur (Kerala), Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Udupi (Karnataka), Vellore (Tamil Nadu), Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam
For International Students:
- In addition to the above locations, the institution has a designated international examination centre in Abu Dhabi, Doha (Qatar), Dubai - BITS Campus, Kuala Lumpur ( Malaysia), Singapore.
- Students outside Abu Dhabi, Doha (Qatar), Dubai - BITS Campus, Kuala Lumpur ( Malaysia). The examinations will be conducted online, and they can be availed by meeting the institute's requirements.
- To know more about the requirements for online examinations, Click here
- Scanned copy of the visa for the country in which you are currently residing. The visa should be currently valid. No expired visas shall be considered
(OR) - Scanned copy of government-issued ID from the residing country
(And) - HR recommendation or endorsement letter from the employer, stating the location of your work.
- Scanned copy of the visa for the country in which you are currently residing. The visa should be currently valid. No expired visas shall be considered
- Indian students, who are temporarily based out of India, can also avail of online examinations on request by meeting the above-mentioned requirements of the institute.
To enrol in the programme, Apply Now
Application steps:
- Register/Login on the application portal and fill all the required details
- Pay the application fee and update the Mentor & Employer information. Click here for more information.
- Submit the application with all required documents
- The Admissions Cell will review your application and share the admission decision via email or the application portal within 2–3 weeks
For a step-by-step guide on the application, Watch Here
Important: If you’re unable to get a physical signature due to work-from-home policies, you may request your HR to send an email approval from their official ID using the format available through this link. Sample Mentor form Sample Employer form
24x7 Support System and 5 regional offices
We have a 24x7 support system to address your queries over the phone or raise tickets for any support or help needed. You can drop into our regional offices to meet the BITS team.
Reach us at admission@wilp.bits-pilani.ac.in or 9240018899
Industry Endorsements
Transformation Experienced
By Our Learners
BITS WILP courses had a profound impact on my career. They enabled me to articulate & relate to the technology I've been working on, sparking new ideas for improvement. Undoubtedly, this is one of the top programmes for working professionals.
Vineet Kumar Srivastava
Customer Success Manager Architect,
Participant of M.Tech. Software Systems
I thoroughly enjoyed the structured learning approach that directly applied to my work. I also made valuable friends who brought a wealth of knowledge I couldn't find in any other course. It was a fantastic experience. Thanks to BITS Pillani!
Aishwarya Jayashankar
MLOps Engineer,
Participant of M.Tech. Software System
This unique weekend-based programme mirrors the campus experience, with top-notch professors and a diverse, dedicated peer group. It offers the flexibility to return to the classroom on your own schedule, making learning both convenient and engaging for professionals.
Sreekanth Laxman
Vice President & Product Owner,
Participant of M.Tech. Software Systems
FAQs
M.Tech. Software Systems is a BITS Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programme (WILP). BITS Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programmes are UGC approved.
This programme is designed for working professionals. At the time of submitting the application, candidates must be employed in another organization. Professionals who are owners of a registered business are also eligible to apply. For detailed information, including academic background, work experience, etc. refer to the programme eligibility criteria.
Contact classes are conducted over a technology enabled platform. These classes can be attended via the internet using a computer from any location. These contact classes offer similar levels of interactivity as regular classrooms at the BITS Pilani campus. These are conducted usually over weekends or after business hours for a total of 7-8 hours per week. If you miss a lecture, you can also access the recorded lecture on the internet.
No, BITS Pilani WILP does not offer traditional campus placements.
BITS Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programmes (WILP) are designed for working professionals who want to advance their careers while staying in their jobs. Key features include:
- Tailored for employed individuals continuing their careers.
- Focus on skill enhancement for growth within current roles.
- No need for campus drives, as participants are already in the workforce.
This model lets you apply learning immediately on the job.
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will receive a degree certificate from BITS Pilani.
Each semester has a Mid-semester Exam and a Comprehensive Exam for each course, which are conducted over weekends. Students will need to appear in-person to take these exams at exams centers in the following locations:
India Centers:
East Zone: Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Jamshedpur, Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi (Jharkhand)
West Zone: Ahaliyanagar, Ahmedabad, Bharuch (Gujarat), Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Chhatrapati Samabhajinagar (Aurangabad), Goa - Goa, Indore, Jamnagar (Gujarat), Mumbai, Mumbai - Navi Mumbai, Mumbai - Thane, Nagpur, Nashik (Maharashtra), Pune (Maharashtra), Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Rajkot (Gujarat), Satara (Maharashtra), Silvassa (Dadra and Nagar Haveli), Singrauli (Madhya Pradesh), Surat, Vadodara (Gujarat)
North Zone:Agra (Uttar Pradesh), Allahabad, Alwar (Rajasthan), Bathinda (Punjab), Chandigarh, Dehradun (Uttarakhand), Delhi NCR - Delhi, Delhi NCR - Faridabad, Delhi NCR - Gurugram, Delhi NCR - Noida, Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), Jaipur, Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Lucknow, Pilani - BITS Campus, Renukoot (Uttar Pradesh), Udaipur (Rajasthan), Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)
South Zone: Anantapur (Andhra Pradesh), Bangalore - Central, Bangalore - East, Bangalore - North, Bangalore - South, Bangalore - West, Belagavi (Karnataka), Chennai - Central, Chennai - East, Chennai - North, Chennai - South, Chennai - West, Coimbatore, Hosur (Tamil Nadu), Hubli-Dharwad (Karnataka), Hyderabad, Hyderabad - Secunderabad, Kannur-Kerala, Kochi-Kerala, Kozhikode- Kerala, Madurai, Mangaluru (Karnataka), Mysore, Pondicherry (Puducherry), Rajahmundry (Andhra Pradesh), Salem (Tamil Nadu), Thiruvananthapuram- (Kerala), Thrissur (Kerala), Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Udupi (Karnataka), Vellore (Tamil Nadu), Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam
International Centers: Abu Dhabi, Doha (Qatar), Dubai - BITS Campus, Kuala Lumpur ( Malaysia), Singapore.
In case students are unable to take an exam due to work-related commitments, there is also a provision of appearing for Make-up Exams.
The programme provides a high degree of interactivity between students and the faculty members and programme instructors. Q&A sessions during the contact classes (which you can attend from anywhere over a technology enabled platform) allow participants to pose questions to the faculty members, and seek guidance through voice and chat. Further interaction with faculty members and peers is enabled through the e-learning portal, by using discussion forums and message boards.
The programme features high usage of experiential learn components such as Simulations, Virtual Labs, and Remote Labs, in order to mimic the on-campus experience.
Participants will be given access to portals, that will allow them to access both cloud-based labs, as well as Campus-based physical labs. Using leading industry-recognised Software tools, Programming languages, and Simulation software, participants will be able to perform experiments and run simulations to advance their knowledge
Candidates applying to the programmes must choose a Mentor, who will monitor the academic progress of the candidate, and act as an advisor & coach for successful completion of the programme. Candidates should ideally choose the immediate supervisor or another senior person from the same organisation. In case a suitable mentor is not available in the same organisation, a candidate could approach a senior person in another organisation who has the required qualifications. For detailed information, please refer to the programme brochure.
Kindly note that BITS Pilani does not assign Mentors to programme participants.
The programme is designed for working professionals, and participants are not required to travel to a BITS campus. However, certain programme offer Campus Immersion Modules such as workshops or seminars, which are highly recommended but not mandatory.
