Duration:
1 Year, Full-time, Residential PGP
Curriculum:
Integrated with - AI and Emerging Tech
Location
Navi Mumbai, Near Navi Mumbai International Airport
Date
Last date to apply 31st January 2026
Master What’s Next. Stay Future Ready.
The Jio Institute Edge with Learning for Life
Jio Institute is a multidisciplinary higher education institute set up as a philanthropic initiative by the Reliance Group. The Institute is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence by bringing together global scholars and thought leaders and providing an enriching student experience through world-class education, and a culture of research and innovation.
Emerging Tech & AI
With a strong focus on emerging technologies and AI, the curriculum prepares students to solve real-world business problems using analytics, automation, and intelligent systems
Distinguished Faculty
Global scholars from Nanyang Technological University (Singapore), Northwestern University, University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign, University of Toronto, UC San Diego, and the University of Manchester; complemented by practitioners from Microsoft, Infosys, Tableau, Jio Platforms, and Reliance.
Global Perspective
International immersion with partner universities. Balance of academic rigour + real-world insight + practical work exposure
Experiential Learning
Capstones, internships, and live projects guided by practitioners from Infosys, Reliance, and leading consulting firms.
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Ecosystem of Reliance
Access to one of India’s largest industry networks with guidance, mentorship, and hands-on learning.
D
Distinguished Faculty
Global scholars from Nanyang Technological University (Singapore), Northwestern University, University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign, University of Toronto, UC San Diego, and the University of Manchester; complemented by practitioners from Microsoft, Infosys, Tableau, Jio Platforms, and Reliance.
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Global Perspective
International immersion with partner universities. Balance of academic rigour + real-world insight + practical work exposure
E
Experiential Learning
Capstones, internships, and live projects guided by practitioners from Infosys, Reliance, and leading consulting firms.
Learn Across Borders. Think from a Global Lens.
International partnerships & collaborations: Academic blocks delivered with international faculty and partner institutions; industry dialogues through conclaves, industry visits and guest sessions with leaders from leading corporates like TCS, Pfizer, Madison World, Microsoft, Sony Sports and more
PGP in Sports Management - Qatar (with HBKU faculty)
Focus areas:
Economics, Analytics, AI, Sustainability, Sports Events, Women in Sports, E-Sports.
Site visits:
Qatar Foundation HQ, Education City Golf Club, Education City Stadium, 3-2-1 Olympic & Sports Museum, Aspire Academy, Qatar Stars League, Quest, International Tennis & Squash Complex.
PGP in Management (Specialisations in Marketing & Finance) Singapore (NTU)
Courses (by cohort):
The Human Brain in Business: Consumer Neuroscience and Neuromarketing; Future Customer Experiences (2022–23; also delivered for Sports cohort in 2023–24)
AI & Marketing; Strategic Marketing (2024–25)
Industry visits:
Global Fintech Institute, Seagate Technologies, Porsche APAC, Mastercard; earlier cohorts visited AWS, Dentsu, Burger King, Neo Aeronautics, Natixis, Triple A.
PGP in AI & Data Science - Singapore (NTU)
Courses (by cohort):
Blockchain Technologies; Data Analytics for Credit Risk (Class of 2022–23)
Blockchain Technologies; Cyber Security (Classes of 2023–24 and 2024–25)
Industry visits:
AWS, Dentsu, Burger King, Neo Aeronautics, Natixis, Triple A (2022–23); Teradata, PALO IT, NCS Group, Decathlon Data Lab, Singapore Sports Hub (2023–24); Global Fintech Institute, Seagate Technologies, Porsche APAC, Mastercard (2024–25).
Student Experiential Learning
Placements
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science*
Highest Package:
21.33 LPA
Median Package:
15.00 LPA
Role
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science*
- Data Scientist
- AI/ML Engineer
- ML Ops & Data Ops
- Generative AI
- Consultant (Business, Management & Tech)
PGP In Management
Highest Package:
20.05 LPA
Median Package:
14.00 LPA
Role
PGP In Management
- Brand/Product Management
- Digital & Growth Marketing
- Sales & Business Development
- Consulting & Strategy
- Media, PR & Communications
Sports Management
Highest Package:
14.23 LPA
Average Package:
7.85 LPA
Roles
Sports Management
- Consultant
- Operations & League Management
- Monetization & Business Development
- Grassroots Sports Development Manager
- Fan Engagement Manager
- Athlete Manager
Application Process & Important Dates
Admission process:
Eligibility
- A four-year undergraduate degree or its equivalent, in the field of Engineering/Science/ Mathematics and Statistics with minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA. A postgraduate degree (if the undergraduate degree is of three years) in the field of Engineering/Science/Mathematics and Statistics with minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA.
- A strong foundation in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science along with programming experience.
- A valid GRE/GMAT/GATE /CAT score or appear for Jio Institute Entrance Test (JET)
- Preference shall be given to candidates with relevant work experience.
- An undergraduate degree in any discipline with minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA
- A valid GRE/GMAT/CAT score or appear for Jio Institute Entrance Test (JET)
- Preference shall be given to candidates with relevant work experience.
- An undergraduate degree in any discipline with minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA
- A valid GRE/GMAT/CAT score or appear for Jio Institute Entrance Test (JET)
- Preference shall be given to candidates with relevant work experience.
Important dates:
Extended Deadline to Apply:
January 31, 2026
Jio Institute Entrance Test (Know More)
February 7th & 8th, 2026
Personal Interview (tentative)
February 12th to 15th, 2026
- A four-year undergraduate degree or its equivalent, in the field of Engineering/Science/ Mathematics and Statistics with minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA. A postgraduate degree (if the undergraduate degree is of three years) in the field of Engineering/Science/Mathematics and Statistics with minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA.
- A strong foundation in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science along with programming experience.
- A valid GRE/GMAT/GATE /CAT score or appear for Jio Institute Entrance Test (JET)
- Preference shall be given to candidates with relevant work experience.
- An undergraduate degree in any discipline with minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA
- A valid GRE/GMAT/CAT score or appear for Jio Institute Entrance Test (JET)
- Preference shall be given to candidates with relevant work experience.
- An undergraduate degree in any discipline with minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA
- A valid GRE/GMAT/CAT score or appear for Jio Institute Entrance Test (JET)
- Preference shall be given to candidates with relevant work experience.
Applications closes on
31st January 2026
Jio Institute Entrance Test (Know More)
February 7th & 8th, 2026
Personal Interview (tentative)
February 12th to 15th, 2026
Learn from the Brightest Minds in the World
Mr. Mudit Mathur
Strategic Advisor, Curate Data LLP,
USA
Dr. Larry Birnbaum
Programme Mentor, AI & DS Professor, Computer Science
Northwestern University, USA
Dr. Shailesh Kumar
Dean, Jio Institute Chief Data Scientist,
Center of Excellence in AI/ML, Jio Platforms
Mr. Anirudh Kalia
Associate Professor of Practice, Sports Management,
Jio Institute, India
Dr. Hans Westerbeek
Professor of International Sport Business
Victoria University, Australia
Mr. Siddharth Deshmukh
Teaching Fellow
University of Southampton, UK
Hear Straight from our Students
Campus Life
Smart classrooms, advanced laboratories, professional media studio with control room, VO/Audio bays, edit suites, digital library with ~1 million resources, residences, cafeterias, lounges, medical centre, full sports stack: high-performance gym, world-class athletic track, courts & pitches in a 52-acre modern campus.
Cafeteria
Spacious cafeterias that serve healthy multi cuisine food.
Residences
On-campus accommodation for all students in well-furnished, air-conditioned rooms. Services like cleaning, food, recreation, etc. are also available.
Student Activity Centre
A go-to place for student recreation and socialization, it includes multiple indoor games, comfortable lounge areas and a yoga room.
Multipurpose Hall
The multipurpose halls are equipped with the latest digital facilities for organizing seminars, conferences, events and student club gatherings.
Library
The library is a hybrid model of advanced physical and digital systems, offering a fine collection of print books and journals along with a huge repository of eBooks, e-journals, databases, case studies and digital collections.
High-performance Gymnasium
The gymnasium is furnished with state-of-the-art equipment to support students in maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle.
Track and Field Facility
The international-grade track and field facility holds pride of place in the campus premises.
Outdoor Sports
From a basketball court and a football field to a cycling track, jogging track and a cricket pitch, these facilities provide students an opportunity to cultivate their passion for sports.
Campus Grounds
The campus grounds feature a well-maintained garden, an open-air amphitheatre and a permanent concrete stage. This setup serves as an ideal venue for hosting events such as convocations and festive celebrations.
Collaboration Spaces
Multiple indoor and outdoor collaboration spaces, meeting rooms, discussion rooms and an open amphitheater. These inventive and functional spaces are intelligently designed and equipped with high-quality audio and visual facilities.
Smart Classroom
Classrooms on campus are designed to facilitate modern teaching and learning experience. These smart classrooms are equipped with high-quality audio and visual facilities to support virtual teaching, live broadcasting and recording.
Frequently Asked Questions
A multidisciplinary, philanthropic higher-education initiative of the Reliance Group, envisioned as an exemplary Indian institution of international repute—powered by research, innovation, and societal impact.
The Jio Institute campus is located in Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, and is well-connected with all major locations across Mumbai through public transport.
Nearby landmarks:
- Railway Station: Bamandongri (Nerul-Uran Line) 1.1 km, 10-minute walk
- Bus Stop: Sector 5, Ulwe / Aai Taru Mata Chowk (NMMT) 0.2 km, 3-minute walk
- Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, 44 km, approximately 1.5-hour drive
AI & Data Science | Management Marketing | Sports Management PGPs.
- PGP in AI & DS: Four-year Engineering/M.Sc/M.Tech degree (50%+) or three-year degree plus PG, with quantitative/programming foundation.
- PGP in Management (Marketing) & Sports Management: Any undergraduate degree (50%+).
- Test: GRE/GMAT/CAT or Jio Entrance Test (JET).
- Preference for candidates with relevant work experience.
Application → Standardised test / JET → SOP & Interview → Offer.
(Insert current scholarship/financial aid options if available; otherwise note availability to be confirmed.)
1 Year, Full-time, Residential PGP , Integrated with - AI and Emerging Tech
Deliberately focused—only three highly relevant domains; globally benchmarked curriculum; research orientation; hands-on learning; mandatory Study Abroad; and placement support.
Career services include resume clinics, mock interviews, mentorship, internships (Terms 5 & 6), and capstone projects.
- Placement Rate: 95%+ across consulting, tech, FMCG, sports, and more.
- Recruiters: Over 50 companies, with pre-placement offers from EY, Suzlon, Just Dial, Indo Nissin Foods (varies by programme).
- AI & DS: Data Scientist, AI Engineer, ML Specialist, Consultant
- Marketing: Brand Manager, Digital Strategist, Growth Lead, Consultant
- Sports: Sponsorship Manager, Event Ops, Athlete Management, Sports Analyst
The tuition fee for each Postgraduate Programme is INR 8.5 Lakhs per annum (exclusive of taxes). The fee covers tuition, academic materials, access to labs and studios, and participation in the mandatory international immersion module. Accommodation and living expenses are charged separately.
Jio Institute facilitates access to education loan support through leading banks and NBFCs. The admissions team also guides candidates through the process of availing loans. Limited need-based scholarships may be offered to meritorious students.
Yes, the tuition fee includes the academic component of the mandatory Study Abroad module at partner universities. Students are responsible for visa, travel, and living expenses during the module
State-of-the-art classrooms, media studios, labs, residences, wellness spaces, and collaborative zones
Average age of 25; backgrounds span engineering, sciences, commerce, arts; a balanced mix of freshers and professionals; richly collaborative cohort dynamics.
