PG Diploma in Internet of Things (IoT) at GLA University

If you are looking at PG Diploma in Internet of Things (IoT), GLA University in Mathura runs it as a 1-year, full-time postgraduate course. The total fee on record is ₹30,000, which works out to about ₹30,000 a year.

At its core, the programme covers connected devices end to end: sensors, microcontrollers and embedded programming, wireless networks and the cloud platforms that collect the data.

GLA University is a other institute, founded in 2010. This page brings together what is on record for this course at GLA University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most PGD programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means connected devices end to end: sensors, microcontrollers and embedded programming, wireless networks and the cloud platforms that collect the data. Typical first jobs: IoT developer, embedded systems engineer or solutions engineer.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask GLA University for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise.

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with GLA University before you pay anything.

To be considered for PG Diploma in Internet of Things (IoT), you usually need a bachelor's degree in a related subject.

Admission to this kind of course is usually on merit in the qualifying exam. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check GLA University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above.
2. Keep your qualifying-exam marksheet ready; seats are filled on merit.
3. Apply to GLA University on its website (gla.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

The latest placement figures on record (2023) show an average package of ₹6.3 lakh and a highest package of ₹55 lakh at GLA University. 3,322 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

GLA University runs 6 PGD specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• PG Diploma in Cyber Threats & Security
• PG Diploma in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• PG Diploma in Digital Marketing
• PG Diploma in Web and Application Development
• Online PG Diploma in Hospital Administration

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in connected devices end to end? You will spend 1 year on it.
• Can you manage ₹30,000 over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
• How does GLA University compare with other colleges offering PGD in and around Mathura?