IIT-Bombay invites applications for its new Chief Technology Officer programme

Applications for the programme are currently open and will close soon. The first cohort is scheduled to begin on November 15, 2025.

According to a notice from the institute, the CTO Programme will be conducted in a hybrid format, combining online sessions with campus-based modules.

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The curriculum will cover areas such as innovation management, strategic foresight, integration of emerging technologies, and aligning technology with business strategy. Sessions will be led by IIT Bombay faculty alongside industry practitioners.

Who is eligible to apply?

Admissions will be based on academic qualifications, relevant work experience, and performance in the interview. Candidate profiles will be reviewed and shortlisted by the programme coordinators. The criteria outlined include:

–Education: Graduation, preferably in Science or Engineering, from a recognised university

–Current Role: Senior-level positions such as Vice President – Engineering/Technology, Technical Director, Chief Architect, or equivalent

–Candidates should have 8 to 20 years of professional experience

–Senior managers from SMEs or large enterprises aiming to move into CXO-level roles

–Applicants should be responsible for managing a technology budget of Rs 10 crore or more

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According to IIT Bombay, the programme responds to the growing demand for technology leaders who can address organisational needs beyond IT infrastructure, including cybersecurity, data-driven decision-making, and digital transformation.

IIT Bombay noted that the role of CTOs is increasingly linked with shaping enterprise-wide strategies in a digital-first economy.