Are you dreaming of a career in chip design or the semiconductor industry but haven’t cleared JEE? Don’t worry! IIT Hyderabad is offering a unique opportunity to learn VLSI chip design through an online course that doesn’t require JEE.

1. About the Course: VLSI Chip Design

IIT Hyderabad’s Center for Continuing education (CCE), in collaboration with TCS iON, is launching a 45-hour online course on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) chip design.

Start Date: 8 october 2025

End Date: 29 november 2025

Mode: Online, in english with live sessions

Course Fee: Rs 14,160

Last Date to Apply: 30 september 2025

The course covers digital and analog chip design in depth, offering hands-on experience and interaction with IIT hyderabad professors and industry experts.

2. Who Can Enroll?

This course is perfect for:

B.Tech or M.Tech students in electronics or related fields

Working professionals looking to upgrade skills or advance their careers

Aspiring researchers or entrepreneurs in the VLSI sector

Whether you are learning or working, this course is designed to give practical knowledge and industry exposure.

3. What Will You Learn?

This 45-hour program will include:

In-depth teaching on digital and analog chip design

Live hands-on sessions on software used in the industry like Cadence and LTspice

Optional 1-week practical training at IIT hyderabad campus for an additional Rs 9,440

Mentorship and career guidance from IIT professors and industry experts

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This makes it a complete package for students and professionals wanting practical skills and industry-ready knowledge.

4. Certification: How You’ll Be Recognized

The course offers three types of certificates based on performance in quizzes and assessments:

Certificate of Participation (CoP): Score less than 35%

Certificate of Achievement: Score between 35%–75%

Certificate of Excellence: Score above 75%

These certificates can enhance your resume and show your capability in the field of chip design.

5. Career Opportunities After the Course

Learning VLSI chip design can open doors to:

Careers in semiconductor companies

Research and development roles in electronics and chip design

Higher-paying positions in your current job or industry

Opportunities to start your own VLSI-related business

According to B.S. Murthy, director of IIT Hyderabad, this collaboration with tcs iON is aimed at upskilling professionals and students in the growing semiconductor and electronics sector.

6. How to Apply

Visit the official IIT hyderabad website: www.iith.ac.in

Fill out the registration form for the VLSI chip design course

Pay the course fee and secure your spot

Tip: Don’t wait! Registration closes on 30 september 2025.

Conclusion

IIT Hyderabad’s VLSI chip design course is a golden opportunity to learn cutting-edge semiconductor skills without JEE. With live sessions, mentorship, practical training, and certification, this course is ideal for students, working professionals, and aspiring researchers aiming for a successful career in chip design.