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One-year full-time residential postgraduate program, co-created in partnership with UC Berkeley Our curriculum is all about practical learning.
Tech Leaders Fellowship (TLF) is a distinctive postgraduate educational journey, co-created in collaboration with UC Berkeley, designed to nurture innovators, entrepreneurs, and technologists who can harness data-driven tools and technologies to address global challenges head-on. We are selective in choosing individuals with exceptional potential, guiding them through a rigorous one-year program t
hat nurtures them as technology leaders ready to make a meaningful impact on the world. Fellows develop the skills to solve real-world problems that require data-driven solutions and understand the deployment of technology to address global challenges. They learn to create, evaluate, and implement solutions in a hands-on, experiential environment, working with real-world data and scenarios. It's all about showing how technology can be harnessed for maximum impact and insightful decision-making. Sitting at the crossroads of technology, leadership, and entrepreneurship, the Fellowship offers an integrated curriculum. It blends fundamental AI-ML and Data Science concepts with practical, real-world applications. Over the course of a year, Fellows gain proficiency in applying data science tools and technology to data-driven problems while cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset within a tech context. This unique combination empowers Fellows to explore how their leadership can make a significant contribution to the world. Through a synergistic approach, TLF leverages expertise from academia and industry around the world, creating a robust curriculum. Our faculty combines the best of both worlds, ensuring that our Fellows receive a well-rounded and cutting-edge education. Additionally, Fellows gain access to the influential Plaksha Founder network, connecting them with top business leaders and successful entrepreneurs leading some of the world's largest organizations. This network opens doors that few others can provide, making the TLF experience truly exceptional. Key Highlights
Innovative curriculum: TLF offers a cutting-edge curriculum that seamlessly integrates fundamental AI-ML and Data Science principles with practical, real-world applications. Fellows gain exposure to real-world data and scenarios, equipping them to address data-driven challenges with technology. Moreover, the curriculum fosters an entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging Fellows to explore how their leadership can drive global change through technological innovation and disruption. Distinguished faculty: TLF's ambitious curriculum is delivered by a dynamic faculty composed of experts from both academia and industry. This diverse team seamlessly combines foundational technological concepts with real-world applications, ensuring an enriched educational experience. Mentorship and global network: TLF become part of a high-impact network of Plaksha Founders, a group of renowned business leaders and successful entrepreneurs who lead some of the world's largest organizations. This network offers invaluable mentorship, advice, and masterclasses, providing Fellows with a unique opportunity to connect and learn from top professionals around the globe. Ideal TLF Candidate
• Should have completed or is in the process of completing a major in engineering, sciences, mathematics, statistics, or other applied fields. They should be genuinely enthusiastic about learning how data and technology can drive decision-making.
• While candidates with up to 2 years of professional experience who aim to take on leadership roles that utilize data and technology to make a significant impact are preferred , we encourage recent graduates who share this passion to apply. Your demonstrated interest in the field is highly valued. What we seek in TLF applicants
• Problem solving & analytical prowess: We value candidates with strong problem-solving skills, the ability to adapt to various professional situations, and think critically about the challenges around them.
• Academic excellence: TLF candidates should have an impressive academic track record, emphasizing solid quantitative skills. This can be shown through past academic achievements, scholarly accomplishments, and performance in the Plaksha admission test. Candidates should also have completed graduate-level mathematics courses and possess some familiarity with coding and programming, either through college coursework or self-learning certifications.
• Passion for technology and leadership potential: We are eager to meet individuals who are entlhusiastic about harnessing technology and data to tackle global challenges. We welcome those who have demonstrated leadership potential in various ways, whether through formal work experience, volunteering, entrepreneurial endeavors, university-level responsibilities, and more.
10/03/2026
“AI has suddenly leapfrogged in its capabilities.
And industries are already feeling the impact.”
Prof. Deepan Muthirayan reflects on how this rapid progress in AI is reshaping industries and applications. As organisations increasingly deploy AI across their workflows, the demand for professionals who can understand and apply these technologies continues to grow.
The MS in Artificial Intelligence at Plaksha is designed with this shift in mind. Through strong foundations in AI and exposure to real-world industry challenges, the program prepares students to build the capabilities businesses and society will increasingly rely on.
Applications are open. Apply now.
06/03/2026
“The best engineers will be the ones who understand AI.”
As Dr. Ritesh Malik, Founder of Plaksha University and Innov8, shares in this video, the next generation must become AI-first leaders who understand the fundamentals of this technology and can navigate both its opportunities and risks. He also emphasizes that the future will be interdisciplinary, with AI augmenting human potential across industries and fields.
Building this depth of understanding is exactly what the MS in Artificial Intelligence at Plaksha aims to do. The focused one-year program is designed to help students develop strong foundations in AI while learning how these ideas translate into real-world impact.
Guided by leading faculty and shaped by strong industry exposure, the program prepares students to apply AI thoughtfully across domains.
Applications are open. Apply now.
05/03/2026
AI isn’t just another technology shift.
It’s a generational one.
As Plaksha Founders, Mr. Nitin Seth (Co-founder and CEO, Incedo Inc), Mr. Manu Gulati (VP of Engineering, Qualcomm) and Mr. Gagan Hasteer (VP, Infrastructure Engineering, Netflix) discuss, this transformation will demand more than technical skills; it will require vision, leadership, and the ability to apply AI meaningfully.
The MS in Artificial Intelligence at Plaksha is designed to prepare builders and leaders for this moment.
Applications are open. Apply now‼️
02/03/2026
AI is everywhere today.
But the real question is: will you only use AI, or learn how to build it?
In this video, Dr. Manish Gupta (Principal Applied Scientist at Microsoft) explains how the MS in Artificial Intelligence at Plaksha University combines strong academic foundations with a five-month Industry Immersion Project, where students work on real industry problems and build AI applications for real impact.
🎓 If you want to build AI, not just use it, applications are open.
28/02/2026
What does it take to move from learning AI to leading with AI?
Join us in Mumbai for an in-person fireside chat with leading AI researchers exploring how practitioners can build meaningful careers in artificial intelligence.
From Learning AI to Leading with AI
Charting your path in the evolving AI landscape
🎙 Speakers
Chris Callison-Burch — Professor, University of Pennsylvania (Penn Engineering)
Rajesh Sharma — Professor, Plaksha University
Together, they will discuss:
• What differentiates strong AI practitioners today
• The shift from learning models to building real-world AI systems
• Navigating research, industry, and applied AI pathways
• How to design a thoughtful, future-ready trajectory in AI
📍 Dextrus, Lower Parel, Mumbai
📅 March 12, 2026 | 4:30 PM
👥 Limited to 40 participants
If you’re exploring your next step in AI, this conversation is for you.
27/02/2026
Where innovation meets Mumbai.
Meet the team behind the MS in Artificial Intelligence at our Open House.
12 March | 4–7 PM
See you there‼️
14/02/2024
Our TLF Fellows recently enjoyed an inspiring Fireside Chat with Professor Rudra Pratap, Vice Chancellor of . Beyond their engaging discussion on education, career paths, hobbies, and passions: Professor Pratap shared heartfelt stories of his mentors and personal reflections on resilience and integrity.
Their candid conversation shed light on his remarkable journey, highlighting the power of these values in overcoming challenges. Davang Sikand from the current batch aptly expressed, “Discovering his passion for technology and delving into the stories of his mentors left us deeply inspired. His anecdotes emphasize the crucial role of resilience and integrity, motivating us to emulate these principles in every aspect of our lives.”
It was motivating for Fellows to get insights on Professor Pratap’s approach to living a Good life. This inspiring session left a lasting impression on our Fellows, empowering them to build resilient careers and uphold strong ethical values.
09/02/2024
Curious about why Product Management is increasingly becoming the most sought-after career?
A product manager defines what success looks like for a product. Leading the charge in driving innovation and aligning business goals with product outcomes, these professionals delve into essential areas. They spend their time understanding various metrics, exploring key categories, experimenting with A/B testing methodologies, and spearheading product-led growth initiatives.
To delve into deeper discussions, join us in this interactive webinar with seasoned product managers.
Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a Fireside Chat with Deepit Purkayastha, the co-founder and CSO of Inshorts, and calling it a wonderful experience would be an understatement.
Deepit generously shared his entrepreneurial journey with Inshorts, offering invaluable insights into the startup world. One particularly notable point he emphasized was the advantage of initiating a venture right after college, as the energy is at its peak during this time, and the cost of failure is comparatively lower.
The discussion delved into critical aspects of entrepreneurship, including understanding customer and market dynamics. Deepit provided ways to assess whether a startup is addressing the “right” problem and highlighted key signals and metrics for measuring product-market fit using practical examples from his experiences with Inshorts and the Public app.
The conversation went beyond general advice, providing deep insights into various facets of Inshorts. Topics spanned from the revenue model and the trust associated with a news platform to addressing biases, linguistic diversity, and, notably, the transformative impact of AI in the field.
One remarkable aspect of the Fireside Chat was Deepit’s humble and passionate approach, making the interaction engaging. His answers felt like a chat with a close mentor, and nowhere close to a formal interview with a two-time Forbes 30-under-30 honoree. It was truly enriching, gaining insights into startup dynamics and navigating the startup space from Deepit.
Written by from TLF Class of 2024 detailing his experience 🚀
02/02/2024
As the fall recedes and the feel of spring kicks in. We are excited to share about the second round of our admissions cycle which is currently open for prospective candidates to apply. At Plaksha, we aim to groom bright young professionals who are passionate about leveraging data enabled technology and tools to create products and services that drive impact and provide innovative solutions to complex challenges. If you are someone who resonate with this or know someone who will, people can register for our admissions cycle and our team will be in touch to answer any of your queries and support you in this process :)
Deadline to apply: 3rd March, 2024 (link in bio)
29/01/2024
“It was a fantastic learning experience to engage in a conversation with Founder and Trustee Mr. Alok Mittal. My favorite aspect of the session was gaining insights into the disparities in entrepreneurship between Western countries and India. Discovering that the Indian markets were rife with untapped opportunities was particularly thrilling, as it highlighted the vast potential for innovation.
Another valuable takeaway from the session was the perspective on navigating turbulent market conditions. Embracing a mindset that looks at longer time horizons, specifically three to five years, provides a reassuring perspective that things tend to even out for everyone. This insight was much needed and has equipped me with a more resilient approach to challenges.
The discussion also extended to concepts covered in Design Thinking, emphasizing the importance of intellectual humility in solving problems from the customer’s perspective. It underscored the need to avoid becoming too attached to our own solutions. In the context of entrepreneurship, we delved into the significance of resisting the urge to hastily jump into solutions and instead dedicating ample time to comprehensively understand the problem.” writes from the TLF batch.
We are grateful to Alok for spending time interacting with the Fellows and sharing his unique thoughts on , , and careers.
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