IIT Delhi Launches Third Cohort of Executive Programme in Robotics

From Code to Cobots: IIT Delhi Launches Third Cohort of its Executive Programme in Robotics as demand for skilled automation and robotics professionals continues to rise. The five-month executive programme has been designed to equip working professionals with industry-ready capabilities in robotics, artificial intelligence and intelligent automation. Admissions have opened for the latest cohort in January 2026. The programme combines advanced technical training with applied learning to address skill gaps emerging across manufacturing, automation and technology-driven sectors.

IIT Delhi Executive Programme in Robotics: Course Overview

The Executive Programme in Robotics is being offered by Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. The course blends robotics engineering with AI-driven sensing, mechatronics and practical prototyping to prepare participants for real-world applications. Learners are trained to design, programme and control robotic systems, develop robotic networks and build devices mechanically and electronically. The curriculum also focuses on robotic vision, enabling participants to apply visual sensors to industry use cases.

Industry Demand Driving Robotics Skill Development

The launch comes amid rapid global expansion of the robotics sector. According to ABI Research, nearly 13 million robots could be in circulation worldwide by 2030. The global robotics market is projected to grow at a 14% compound annual growth rate and reach a valuation of USD 111 billion by 2030. India’s robotics adoption is also accelerating. Around 9,100 robots were installed in 2024, marking a 7% year-on-year increase, with the automotive sector accounting for 45% of total installations. India currently ranks sixth globally in annual robot installations.

Programme Structure and Learning Modules

The programme is delivered through live, interactive Direct-to-Device (D2D) sessions, combining lectures, tutorials, tools and project-based learning. Participants also attend a one-day on-campus immersion at IIT Delhi to engage with faculty and research facilities. The curriculum spans multiple modules, including Robotics and Automation, Sensing and Perception, Actuators and Motion, Modelling, AI and Machine Learning, Embedded Control and Mechatronics, and Applications and Future Directions. Each participant completes a hands-on capstone project by developing a functional robot.

Faculty Perspective on Robotics Education

Speaking on the programme launch, Arnab Chanda, Associate Professor and Programme Coordinator at IIT Delhi, highlighted the growing need for engineers who can integrate AI, sensing and manufacturing systems responsibly. He noted that the programme combines research-led teaching with practitioner insights to strengthen systems thinking and accelerate innovation across high-impact sectors in India and globally.