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An 8-week flagship Cybersecurity Program designed for professionals in Government, Defense, and Industry—delivering real-world skills, national policy context, and immersive hands-on training.
Guided by CERT-In’s strategic expertise, taught by BITS Pilani’s academic leaders, and powered by Rapifuzz’s CyberKshetra cyber range, the course helps participants gain foundational to advanced cybersecurity skills through case-driven learning, live capstones, and simulated exposure to real threats, frameworks, and tools used in cyber defense.
Next batch starts in
December 2025 (tentative).
Cybersecurity jobs are surging worldwide, offering high salaries and unmatched career stability.
Learn cybersecurity from basic to advanced levels with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios. No prior coding or IT experience is required.
Just the willingness to start your journey into a high-demand field.
This program is ideally suited for mid-to-senior-level professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in cybersecurity and contribute meaningfully to national and organizational resilience. It is designed for individuals from:
This certification opens doors to some of the most in-demand and high-paying roles in the cybersecurity industry. Whether you’re starting fresh or upskilling, you’ll gain the expertise to step into these rewarding career paths.
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Apply your knowledge to a real-world cybersecurity problem. Solve critical threat scenarios under the mentorship of industry experts through a guided, hands-on project.
Experience immersive, scenario-based training using-Rapifuzz’s cyber range platform. Engage in interactive labs and live simulations that replicate real-world attack-defense scenarios.
Earn a Professional Development Certificate in Cybersecurity, jointly awarded by BITS Pilani & CERT-In, showcasing academic & national-level recognition.
Live online classes Case-based group discussions Capstone project & labs Simulations & exercises In-person session at BITS, Pilani - Hyderabad Campus Expert Talks from Regulators and Industry Leaders.
Practice-Oriented, Expert-Led, Nationally Recognized
He is a former Distinguished Scientist and Director from Advanced Systems Laboratory from DRDO, who upon retirement joined BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus as Professor of Practice.He is now heading
who upon retirement joined BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus as Professor of Practice.He is now heading Center for Research Excellence in National Security (CRENS) which was established in BITS Pilani last year.
Dr. Pranav M. Pawar graduated in Computer Engineering from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Maharashtra, India, in 2005,received Master in Computer Engineering from
Pune University, in 2007 and received PhD in Wireless Communication from Aalborg University, Denmark in 2016, his PhD thesis “Green and Secure Medium Access Control for Wireless Sensor Network” received a nomination for Best Thesis Award from Aalborg University, Denmark..
I am currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Dept. of Computer Science & Information Systems at BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus. I have taught courses like Computer Programming, Object Oriented
Programming, Operating Systems, Operating Systems, Distributed Computing, Computer Architecture and Data Structures & Algorithms. My research interests are Computer Security, Access Control, Malware Detection, Intrusion Detection and IoT Security.
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore: March 2014- Feb. 2015,Invited Researcher in Communication Theories and Research Group (CTRG), University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon SK, Canada,
Recipient of Ministry of HRD-Govt. of India-PhD Scholarship during 2009- 2013.
Sougata is an Assistant Professor at BITS Pilani KK Birla Goa campus. His research interest lies at the crossroads of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, HCI, and Healthcare. Prior to joining BITS Pilani, Sougata completed two postdocs, one at Northwestern University, USA, and another at Dartmouth College, USA.
Sougata obtained his PhD in 2017 from the School of Information Systems at Singapore Management University. He has over six years of pre-PhD industry research experience.
Institute-sponsored Postgraduate Teaching Assistant at Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology (Jul-2012 to Jul-2014)MEITY (Govt. of India) sponsored Ph.D. Research Scholar at Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur (Jul-2015 to Jun-2020)
Assistant Professor at L. D. College of Engineering Ahmedabad (Govt. of Gujarat) (Jun-2020 to Aug-2022)
Dr. Ashutosh Bhatia, an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems at Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani (BITS Pilani).
Dr. Bhatia's academic background includes a PhD and postgraduate degree from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bangalore, and a B.E. degree from Barkatullah University in Bhopal.
A structured path to gain job-ready cybersecurity skills with interactive modules and immersive labs—aligned with industry needs to boost your career.
⭐ Gain hands-on expertise in essential cybersecurity skills and industry-leading tools.
⭐ Learn the most in-demand techniques and tools used by cybersecurity professionals.
⭐ Master practical skills with real-world tools to boost your cybersecurity career.
Learn from industry leaders and government experts through guest sessions that reveal the latest cybersecurity trends and real-world insights.
CyberKshetra, an advanced cyber range platform developed in India, offers a robust environment for training, testing, and skill enhancement. This comprehensive platform equips you to excel in every phase of DevSecOps, helping you stay ahead of evolving cyber threats and sophisticated attack patterns, including Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs).
Gain a prestigious cybersecurity certificate designed with insights from leading national bodies, ensuring it holds real industry value. This credential is more than an achievement—it’s proof of your expertise, a trust signal for employers, and a powerful boost to your professional profile.
From IT to finance to government—our alumni prove this course fits professionals from every background. Whether they come from defense organizations, research institutes, private companies, or public sector units, learners from diverse domains have successfully built or advanced their careers in cybersecurity through this program.
A small investment today can unlock a high-demand cybersecurity career with limitless opportunities.
This special launch pricing won’t last long!
Wondering how this course works? We've answered the most common questions to help you get started with confidence.
This is a national-level, 8-week cybersecurity skilling program designed to equip mid-to-senior-level professionals with the skills to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats. It combines academic rigor, hands-on training, and industry-relevant insights under the joint guidance of BITS Pilani, CERT-In, and Rapifuzz.
The program is jointly offered by BITS Pilani (through its CRENS center), under guidance and mentorship from Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), Ministry of Electronics & IT, Government of India, with Rapifuzz serving as the official Technology Partner providing cyber range-based training via CyberKshetra and instructional lectures on key topics. 3. What are the key goals of the program?
What are the topics covered in the curriculum?
What are the topics covered in the curriculum?
Participants will experience:
Rapifuzz leads a dedicated module on Incident Response and Crisis Management, delivering structured simulations and real-world attack-defense exercises through its CyberKshetra Cyber Range platform.
Yes. Hands-on, immersive training is a key component, including:
Yes. The program is structured to be accessible to participants without any prior coding or technical development experience.
Absolutely. The course is open to professionals from all sectors—public, private, and academia.
Yes. Participants will receive a Professional Development Course Certificate in Cybersecurity, jointly awarded by BITS Pilani and CERT-In, providing both academic prestige and national recognition.
Duration: 8 weeks
Total Instructional Hours: 60
Format: Hybrid – combining online instruction, hands-on labs, and one day in-person session
The course is completely online. At the end of the instructional and assessment phase, participants will be invited for a one-day visit to the BITS Pilani Hyderabad campus for an in-person feedback session, followed by a valedictory function.
All simulations and hands-on exercises are conducted on CyberKshetra, Rapifuzz’s advanced cyber range platform integrated with a learning management system.
Working Professionals: ₹30,000 (Inclusive of 18% GST)
You can apply via the official Registration Form.
We appreciate your interest, but the price offered is already very competitive, and we’re unable to provide any further discounts at this time.
With rising cyber threats to national security and digital infrastructure, this program aims to build a skilled, simulation-trained cybersecurity workforce ready to manage and mitigate sophisticated attacks in real-world settings.
You will gain:
The last date to register is July 5, 2025, and the course begins on July 19, 2025.
At present, the course is available exclusively to Indian citizens.
Yes, students with special needs are welcome to apply.
Please note:
If you have any specific needs or concerns, we encourage you to contact the program office before applying so we can discuss how best to support your participation.
We’re here to help you make the right choice. Talk to our experts, get all your questions answered, and see how this course can transform your career.
We’re here to help you make the right choice. Talk to our experts, get all your questions answered, and see how this course can transform your career.