IIT Madras Zanzibar is now accepting applications for its 2026 academic session. The institute’s first international campus offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs. Applications are open for students seeking degrees in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
Application Deadlines and Screening Tests
Prospective students must meet application deadlines. The application deadline for MTech courses is April 15, 2026 . An MTech screening test is scheduled for April 26, 2026 . The deadline for BS program applications is April 30, 2026 . The BS global screening test will occur on June 6, 2026 .
Program Details
The institute offers a BS program in Data Science & AI. It also provides an MTech program in Data Science & AI. The MTech program focuses on Advanced AI & Data Engineering.
How to Apply
Applications are processed through the official portal: admissions.iitmz.ac.in. Candidates must register and create a login. Applicants need to provide personal details and academic records. Supporting documents must be uploaded. An application fee is required. This fee is non-refundable. Admission cards can be downloaded after submission. Candidates should monitor the portal for merit list and interview notifications.
Campus and Student Diversity
IIT Madras Zanzibar is located in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The campus currently hosts over 129 students. Approximately 51% of students are Tanzanian nationals. The remaining students come from various African nations, including Kenya, Ethiopia, and Zambia. Students from India also attend.
Key Admission Information Table
| Feature | BS (Data Science & AI) | MTech (Data Science & AI) |
| Application Deadline | April 30, 2026 | April 15, 2026 |
| Screening Test Date | June 6, 2026 | April 26, 2026 |
| Eligibility | Class 12 or equivalent | Relevant Bachelor's Degree |
| Test Locations | India and Abroad (Simultaneous) | Online/Specified Centres |
| Academic Focus | Data Science and AI | Advanced AI & Data Engineering |
| Campus Location | Zanzibar, Tanzania | Zanzibar, Tanzania |
