The Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology (Digital University Kerala), officially inaugurated in February 2021, is the country's first digital university. The Kerala government established DUK after upgrading the 20-year-old Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management Kerala (IIITM-K) through an ordinance introduced in January 2020. Digital University Kerala aims to ease the country's digital transformation by training youths to adapt to the needs of Industry 4.0.

The five schools of the University- School of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Electronics Systems and Automation, School of Informatics, School of Digital Sciences and School of Digital Humanities- focus on development of high quality talent, research on issues of larger interest and to develop and implement solutions to hasten the pace of digital transformation.

DUK Key Facts

  • Digital University Kerala focuses to set up an international benchmark in conducting cutting edge research and nurturing budding minds for promoting and implementing modern technological interventions in disruptive technologies.
  • Formerly known as Kerala, the University will create capacity building in post-graduate and doctoral level in the areas of Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing, Internet of Things, Electronic Systems and Automation, Imaging Technologies, Data Analytics and Big Data, Cyber Security, Blockchain, Ecological Informatics, Geospatial Analytics etc.
  • State-of-the-art labs with professional training programs, consultancy and technology solutions to support Government are other features of the Digital University.
  • The industry-academia link ensured by DUK ensures hands-on experience in turning ideas into products and services. Facilities such as Maker Village, Thinqbator and Kerala Blockchain Academy under the DUK provide unparalleled experience for the students.
  • Some of the courses like MTech with specialisation AI Hardware and MSc with specialisation in Ecological Informatics are unique in the country and open up new career opportunities for the students.
  • DUK has globally recognised faculty whose papers are being published in leading journals. Experts in cutting edge technologies, these faculty ensure a vibrant environment that promotes rigorous thinking, innovation and creativity.

DUK Highlights

Established | Location 2000 | Thiruvananthapuram
Former Name Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management Kerala (IIITM-K)
Admission mode Online
Courses offered Postgraduate and Doctoral
Entrance exam DUAT- Digital University Aptitude Test
Reservation quota Yes
Facilities offered Library, Canteen, Hostel area, Transportation, 10 labs for different specializations, Central Computing Facility, Internet Connectivity
Official website https://duk.ac.in

DUK Important Dates

Events Dates
First Session 
KMAT Kerala 2023 Starting date of the application process January 9, 2023
KMAT Kerala 2023 Last date of Register January 18, 2023
KMAT Kerala 2023 Availability of Admit Card To be updated
KMAT Kerala 2023 Exam date February 19, 2023
KMAT Kerala 2023 Declaration of Result To be Updated
CUET PG 2023 Application Form Release Date March 20, 2023 
Last day for submission of CUET PG 2023 Application Form May 05, 2023
Last date of successful transaction of fee May 05, 2023
CUET PG 2023 Application Form Correction Window May 06 – May 08, 2023
CUET PG 2023 Exam Date June 5 – June 12, 2023

Digital University Kerala Achievements

Known for its IT specializations, IIITM-K is a brilliant institution after beholding their achievements. DUK excels both as an overall institute as well as an individual performer. The notable achievements of the institute are given below:

  • The university is well-known and recognized by UNESCO for its efforts in Ecological Informatics.
  • It is one of the most technologically sound institutions in India. It involves teaching through an advanced digital medium.
  • Indian Institute of Information and Technology and Management, Kerala produces students who work at great positions in various IT companies in the future.
  • Research & Development has been a key area of the institute. They have presented over 200 papers and publications on National as well as on a global level.
  • The university organizes various research programs and seminars. The programs recently had tie-ups with companies like Intel, IBM, etc.
  • The Institution has also been involved in social work. They conduct seminars on various social issues like health, illiteracy, agriculture, etc. They have grabbed many awards on the National level for cloud computing, language computing, etc.

Digital University Kerala Courses

The Institute offers postgraduate courses with diploma & short courses. The elaborated list for the same is provided below:

Course Specialization Details
M.Tech in Electronics Engineering AI Hardware, Signal Processing and Automation

Eligibility Criteria: B.Tech or BE in EE/ECE/AEI/EI/Robotics/IoT or similar electronics hardware branches. MSc Electronics/Instrumentation or equivalent with 60% marks in graduation. 
Selection Criteria: DUAT (Electronics) OR GATE
MTech. in Electronic Product Design (Part-Time) - Eligibility Criteria: Any B.Tech. or MSc degree or equivalent with 60% marks
Selection Criteria: DUAT OR GATE
M.Tech in Computer Science Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Connected Systems, Intelligence Eligibility Criteria: B.Tech/BE in Computer Science/IT/Electronics & Communication Engg/Instrumentation Engg/Electrical Engg  or related areas/MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT/Mathematics/ Statistics/Physics
Selection Criteria: DUAT OR GATE
M.Sc. in Electronics Intelligent Systems & Imaging, IoT & Robotics, VLSI Design & Artificial Intelligence Eligibility Criteria: Any branch of BSc/B.Tech/BCA/MBBS with minimum 60% in qualifying examination
Selection Criteria: DUAT OR GATE
M.Sc in Computer Science Cyber Security, Machine Intelligence, Software System Engineering, Speech and Language
Processing, Distributed Systems and BlockchainTechnologies, Data Analytics, Geospatial Analytics		 Eligibility Criteria: Any Science/Engineering graduate with Mathematics as one of the core or complementary subjects

OR graduate in Electronics / Information Technology/ Computer Science/ Computer Applications/ Technology 
Selection Criteria: DUAT
M.Sc in Data Analytics 

Bio AI

 Eligibility Criteria: BSc in Biological Sciences/Chemistry OR B.Tech/BE in Biomedical Engineering/Chemical Engineering OR  BSc/BE/BTech in Biotechnology or related disciplines with +2 in Science stream with 60% marks or above
Selection Criteria: DUAT
Computational Science Eligibility Criteria: BSc in Physics/mathematics/statistics/Computer Science/Informatics or related disciplines with 60% or BE/BTech with mathematics as a subject of study
Selection Criteria: DUAT
Geoinformatics Eligibility Criteria:  BSc in Geology/Geography(+2 in Science stream)/Computer Science/IT/Environmental Science/BTech Civil with 60% Marks or above
Selection Criteria: DUAT
M.Sc in Ecology Ecological Informatics Eligibility Criteria: B.Sc. Degree in Botany/Zoology/Life Science/Chemistry/Physics/Ecology/Environmental Science/Geography/Geology/Microbiology/Plant or Animal Science/Agriculture/Forestry/Horticulture/ Biotechnology and allied areas or
B.Tech/BE in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, Agricultural and allied disciplines
Selection Criteria: DUAT
MBA Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Operations, Systems, Business Analytics, Digital Governance, Technology Management, Information Security Management Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years duration or Master’s degree of at least 2 years duration from a recognised university
Selection Criteria: CAT/CMAT/KMAT/XAT/NMAT
PG Diploma  E-Governance Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with working knowledge of computer systems. 
Selection Criteria: DUAT
Development
Informatics
Ph.D. (Full time) Intelligent Signals for Medical Imaging, Compressed Sensing, Computer simulation

Eligibility Criteria: Post Graduation 
Selection Criteria: DUAT
Ph.D. (Part time)

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DUK Admission

The admission is through online mode. Digital University Aptitude Test (DUAT) is the common admission test for getting admission in M.Tech, M.Sc and PGDeG courses offered by Digital University Kerala.

The candidates must know the minimum eligibility criteria that need to be met. Eligibility criteria for candidates appearing in DUAT 2021 for all the courses are different and the same has been listed below:

Course Eligibility
M.Tech B.Tech/BE /MCA /M.Sc in relevant subjects with 60% marks in graduation
M.Sc
PGDeC Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with working knowledge of computer systems

How to Apply?

  • Log on to the college website and fill out admission forms.
  • Submit all relevant documents, mark sheet, photographs, and applicable reservation category certificates
  • Submit and print out the completed form.
  • Complete DUAT entrance exam and obtain merit rank.
  • If shortlisted, appear for admissions and pay relevant fees.

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DUK Placement

Digital University Kerala (IIITM-K) is a brilliant institute that offers amazing career opportunities. The major recruiters that visit the institute are Infosys, Intel, TATA, Wipro, Nokia, etc. among many. Recently, 90% of students are placed in highly-recognized companies. Over 250 companies search for fresh and skilled students in this institute.

Located in technopark, it is exposed to many companies and numbers suggest that DUK is one of the best colleges in Kerala for placements. Opportunities for paid internships in real-life projects undertaken by the University will be available to a few top performing students from the 3rd semester onwards.

Academic year Students placed Median salary INR
2016-17 48 3,40,000
2017-18 54 3,60,000
2018-19 73 3,50,000

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Digital University Kerala Scholarship

There is a separate reservation system for the SC/ST section. Scholarships are offered for students of backward classes. The scholarship amount not only covers the tuition fees but also includes lodging & boarding charges, books cost, and laptop. This indicates their efforts toward the social cause.

  • A few merit-cum-means scholarships of the University will be available to deserving students of all MSc programs who do not have any other scholarships or financial assistances.
  • AICTE GATE PG Scholarships for MTech

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DUK Facilities

If all the world-class great facilities and equipment will be assembled in one place, then it would be DUK. It offers a plethora of advanced learning

  • Multimedia lab which caters to the needs for editing, software development, etc.
  • CCF (Central Computing Facility): high-speed computer facilities are provided for training as well as for studies (academics).
  • Virtual Resource Centre for Language Computing (VRCLC): it is a facility for research and programs.
  • Some of the main laboratories created at the college are Data and Computational lab, Embedded systems lab, Internet of Things Lab (IoT lab), Geoinformatics lab, Ecological informatics lab, Medical Image Computing & Signal Processing Lab, Data Engineering Lab, CRICTR, Agri Lab.

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DUK Faculty

15 professors render their services for the bright future of students. They are highly skilled and graduated from well-known institutes. Out of 15 professors, 14 are doctorate or Ph.D. holders. They possess good experience in teaching. For technical staff, there are 2 skilled members. The administrative staff includes 4 members. Over the last 3 years, the faculty has achieved in gaining 29 published patents, 183 sponsored projects, and 23 consultancy projects. Dr. R Jaishanker and Dr. Asharaf S have also got multiple awards from various organizations for excellent work and contributions to their scientific field.

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Digital University Kerala FAQs

Ques. Does the institute offer a hostel facility?

Ans. Yes. The hostel accommodation is on a twin sharing basis. The fees for the hostel are bundled with the mess charges. The same is approximately INR 1,00,000 per year.

Ques. Is DUK (IIITM-K) government college like IIITM-Gwalior?

Ans. No. IIITM-K is an autonomous institute affiliated to CUSAT, but it was established by the Government of Kerala.

Ques. How to prepare for the entrance exam of DUK?

Ans. General knowledge, Mathematics and physics of class 11th and 12th and elementary Computer Science is required.

Ques. Which is the distinctive and unique course of the DUK?

Ans. In India, it is rare to have MSc. in Cyber Security. So, this is a unique feature of DUK. Also, the unique quality of the institute is that it offers technologically sound facilities.

Ques. Is DUK better or NITs for MSc.?

Ans. Since it offers a perfect mix of practical application and theoretical classes, DUK is the best institute for MSc. in Cyber Security or any other specialization.