Q1. What is the E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati?

The Electronics and ICT Academy (E&ICT) is an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, established at IIT Guwahati to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements in the field of Electronics and ICT.

Q2. Who is eligible to enrol in this course?

Eligibility typically includes graduates, working professionals, research scholars and individuals interested in the course domain. Specific prerequisites (e.g., knowledge of a programming language) are mentioned on the course description page.

Q3. What format does the online course follow?

The course is delivered through live online interactive sessions, pre-recorded video lectures, hands-on lab sessions, and assignments. Recordings of live sessions are usually provided for a limited time.

Q4. What is the typical duration and time commitment required?

The course is of 01 year with a weekly engagement of 06–08 hours. The expected time commitment usually includes 04–06 hours of live lectures/sessions and additional time for assignments and self-study.

Q5. Are the classes held on weekdays or weekends?

This depends on the specific course. Many courses for working professionals are structured for weekends only, while full-time courses may run on weekdays.

Q6. What is the course fee, and what does it include?

The fee is specified on the course page and typically includes access to live sessions, video recordings, course materials, assignments, lab access (if applicable), and the final examination.

Q7. How can I register for the course?

Registration is done online through the official E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati website by filling out the application form and completing the fee payment.

Q8. Is there any provision for a refund if I withdraw?

Refund policies are course-specific. Generally, the registration fees is non-refundable.

Q9. What software or tools are needed for the course?

Requirements vary by course. Participants are generally required to install open-source or trial software. Installation instructions are provided before the course begins.

Q10. What are the minimum hardware/internet requirements?

PC/Laptop with minimum 8 GB RAM, stable broadband connection (5 Mbps or higher), and a working microphone/webcam for interaction.

Q11. Will a lab environment or cloud access be provided?

For specialized courses, cloud lab or virtual machine access is often provided for hands-on sessions.

Q12. How is the final assessment conducted?

Assessment includes assignments/quizzes, project work (for longer courses), and a final online examination.

Q13. What are the criteria to receive the certification?

Participants must maintain minimum attendance(75%), complete all assessments, and score the required passing grade.

Q14. Who issues the certificate, and what does it state?

Certificates are issued by E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati, mentioning course details and completion status.

Q15. When will I receive the final certificate?

Certificates are typically issued 4–8 weeks after successful course completion.