KPIT Technologies, a global leader in creating innovative mobility solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and safer world, has teamed up with IIT Madras, India’s premier engineering institute, to offer exclusive M.Tech programs to its workforce. This initiative is part of KPIT’s ‘Higher Education Initiative’ under the KPIT Academy, reinforcing the company’s commitment to continuous development and its vision of being the ‘Best Place to Grow.’
These specialized programs from IIT Madras are designed specifically for working professionals and were developed in collaboration with faculty and industry experts to ensure they address real-world challenges. The courses cover critical and emerging skills in the automotive industry, including Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Advanced Digital & Image Processing. As fully online courses, they allow employees to balance their academic and professional responsibilities. The programs were carefully chosen to align with KPIT’s business goals and the fast-changing demands of the automotive and mobility sectors.
Sachin Tikekar, President and Joint MD of KPIT, shared, “Upskilling is at the heart of KPIT’s ‘Best Place to Grow’ mission. The mobility industry is undergoing rapid disruption, and as a strategic partner to OEMs, our employees must possess the highest levels of expertise and execution. By collaborating with IIT Madras, one of the top technology institutions, and offering these tailored programs, we empower our employees to align their career aspirations with our business objectives.”
Professor Andrew Thangaraj, Chair of the Centre for Outreach and Digital Education at IIT Madras, said, “At IIT Madras, we are focused on bridging the gap between academic excellence and industry needs. This collaboration with KPIT Technologies is a vital step in equipping professionals with cutting-edge knowledge in Artificial Intelligence—areas that are shaping the future of mobility. We aim to provide a flexible and rigorous learning experience that will enable KPIT employees to drive innovation and technological progress in the automotive industry.”
KPIT employees with a B.Tech degree and at least two years of experience are eligible for the program. The first batch of selected employees has already started their learning journey, marking a key milestone in enhancing KPIT’s expertise in the automotive sector. Upon completing the program, employees will have the opportunity for job rotations to apply their new skills. The program will accept new applications annually.
KPIT Technologies is a leading global partner in the automotive and mobility sectors, helping to make software-defined vehicles a reality. Specializing in embedded software, AI, and digital solutions, KPIT supports the mobility industry in its transition to a clean, smart, and safe future. With a workforce of around 13,000 experts across the globe, KPIT accelerates the adoption of next-generation technologies in mobility. The company has engineering centers in Europe, the USA, Japan, China, Thailand, and India, collaborating with leaders in the automotive and mobility sectors to drive transformation.
