Bachelor's degree we recommend our students to pursue in parallel
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Data Science and Applications with IIT Madras
Key Dates
| March - Intake Dates | |
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| NSET Date | 16th March, 2025 |
| Last date to apply | 14 March 2025, 11:59 PM |
| NSET Result | 18th March, 2025 |
| Date of interview | 19th March onwards |
| Final Offer | 8th April |
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Here's How to Get Started
STEP 1
Check your Eligibility
Age & Academics
Under 20 as of July 1, 2025, with at least 60% in Class XII Mathematics from recognised boards.
STEP 2
Submit Your Application Online
Complete your profile in just a few minutes and reserve your slot for the Scaler National Scholarship & Entrance Test (ScalerNSET)
STEP 3
Take the Scaler NSET
A 120-minute online test to determine admission and scholarship eligibility, covering syllabus of Mathematics, and Logical Reasoning.
Ace the National Scholarship & Entrance Test(NSET)
Check out the syllabus and sectional breakdown of the NSET Exam.
STEP 4
Appear for Interview
Get ready for your 1:1 interview with industry experts, where you'll share your goals and showcase your problem-solving skills. Your profile will be shortlisted basis one of the following criteria :
NSET score based Shortlisting
- Based on the Scaler NSET score
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Profile based Shortlisting
You may be shortlisted for interviews if your profile demonstrates strength in one or more of the following areas:
- Competitive Exam Scores: High scores in exams like JEE, BITSAT, SAT, etc.
- Olympiad Achievements: Top performance in INMO, IMO, INOI, IOI, etc. (Top 100 in INMO & INOI qualify for 100% scholarships) Know more
- Tech/Entrepreneurship Achievements: For example 1. Created a tech project that has actual user 2. Top rank in websites like Codeforces.
Learn more about interviews :
SST Personal Interview Guide
STEP 5
Receive Your Admission Decision
Within 7-10 days of your interview, you will receive your result. Candidates will be either Accepted or Rejected
Key Details to Remember
Scholarships & Finance
Scaler School of Technology is dedicated to providing accessible, affordable world-class education. We offer need- and merit-based scholarships and partner with leading banks and NBFCs for seamless education financing.
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Preparatory Material
Check out the syllabus and sectional breakdown of the NSET Exam.
Benefits of Applying Early
Higher Scholarship Opportunities
Early applicants are twice as likely to secure scholarships - Apply Now for the best chance!
Flexible Exam
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Choose from any of the 5 open slots available until April, allowing you to plan around your schedule.
Multiple Attempts for Success
Apply early and get up to 3 attempts, giving you more opportunities to learn from your mistakes and succeed.
Important Dates
Admissions to Scaler School of Technology will happen across three rounds. Scholarships are limited and applying early increases the chances of receiving one since these are awarded to select students upon qualification.
| Jan - Intake | |
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| Entrance Test Date | 5th January, 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹ 1000/- |
| Commencement | August 2025 |
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| Feb - Intake | |
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| Entrance Test Date | 2nd February, 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹ 1000/- |
| Commencement | August 2025 |
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| March - Intake | |
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| Entrance Test Date | 16th March, 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹ 1000/- |
| Commencement | August 2025 |
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| April - Intake 1 | |
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| Entrance Test Date | 26th April, 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹ 1000/- |
| Commencement | August 2025 |
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| April - Intake 2 | |
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| Entrance Test Date | 27th April, 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹ 1000/- |
| Commencement | August 2025 |
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- Subsequent intake dates are to be announced soon.
- You can retake the NSET up to 3 times and the Personal Interview round up to 2 times in an academic year.
- Scholarships are limited and we encourage students to apply early to enhance their chances of receiving one.
- Batch Commencement : August 2025
Diverse Degree Programmes
Along with Scaler School of Technology's UG program, valued by top tech companies, our students would be advised to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in parallel to ensure they have more flexibility with their career outcomes. Students have the option to graduate in any one of the below programmes
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Bachelor's degree we recommend our students to pursue in parallel
Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons.) in Computer Science with BITS Pilani
Note: Students can also pursue a 3-year Bachelor from IIT-M or BITS Pilani and a 1-year Masters Program from Woolf.
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Fees Structure
Tution/Degree Fees
Hostel/Mess Fees
Parallel Degree Fees
4 Years Programmes
3+1 Years Programmes
Scholarships
At Scaler School of Technology, we are committed to removing financial barriers that may hinder academic pursuits. All Scholarships would be awarded by the Scaler Impact Foundation, which is supported by industry stalwarts like Vijay Shekhar Sharma (Founder CEO, Paytm), Prasanna Sankar (Founder, Rippling) & more.
Merit-Based Scholarship
Merit-Based Scholarships will be granted to students who exhibit exceptional achievements in key academic areas.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance, Aptitude, Extracurricular Achievements etc.
Need-Based Scholarship
Need-based scholarships are awarded based on a combination of academic merit and financial need, providing support to students facing genuine financial challenges.
Eligibility Criteria
The evaluation criteria for need-based scholarships include a merit-based score and a financial need score.
While registering for NSET, make sure you fill the detailed profile form on the dashboard with all academic and financial details. This will form the basis of the amount of scholarship being given to you.
At Scaler School of Technology you can get upto 100% scholarship, Applying early increases the chances of receiving a scholarship.
Meet Sandip Dey who got 50% Scholarship through NSET
Dropping out of Jadavpur University to join Scaler School of Technology was one of the best decisions of my life. After excelling in the NSET exam and both interviews, I received the Brightest Minds Scholarship. The curriculum's relevance, combined with exceptional instructors and mentors, provided the practical knowledge I needed. This scholarship made it possible for me to excel despite my economic challenges. I'm now thriving in an environment that aligns perfectly with my career goals.
- Sandip Dey, SST batch 2023
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Along with Scaler School of Technology's UG program, valued by top tech companies, our students would be advised to pursue a Bachelor's and Master's degree in parallel to ensure they have more flexibility with their career outcomes.
By doing this, we want to bring the best of both worlds together. On the one hand, our learners will have access to the latest curriculum, be taught by teachers with practical experience, and pursue a 1-year tech internship that ensures they are set up for success in Computer Science in India & abroad.
On the other hand, formal degrees from a reputed university enable them to be eligible for the following,
By doing this, we want to bring the best of both worlds together. On the one hand, our learners will have access to the latest curriculum, be taught by teachers with practical experience, and pursue a 1-year tech internship that ensures they are set up for success in Computer Science in India & abroad.
On the other hand, formal degrees from a reputed university enable them to be eligible for the following,
- Masters outside India via exams like GRE
- Getting a work visa for migrating abroad
- MBA in India and abroad via exams like CAT & GMAT
- Government Jobs like IAS, IPS via exams like UPSC
Bachelor's degree we recommend our students to pursue in parallel
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Data Science and Applications with IIT Madras
About IIT Madras
IIT Madras, established in 1959 and recognized as an Institute of Eminence by the Indian Government, is one of India’s most prestigious institutions. IIT Madras offers a Bachelor of Science (BS) program in Data Science and Applications, designed to equip students with cutting-edge programming and data science skills, enabling them to excel in the technology sector. Please note that this BS program is not offered on IIT-Madras campus.
About This Degree
This degree program operates independently and Scaler School of Technology (SST) students can apply to and pursue this degree in parallel at SST’s Undergraduate program campus in Bangalore . The IIT Madras degree is awarded separately, and admission to the degree program is solely at the discretion of IIT Madras. Students must meet all requirements set by IIT Madras to earn this degree. More details can be found [here].
Recognition and value of this degree
The BS in Data Science and Applications, offered by IIT Madras, is an official degree approved by the Senate of IIT Madras, which has the power to award degrees as per The Institutes of Technology Act, 1961. Hence, this degree would meet the requirement of any study or job that accepts a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree.
Additional Benefits of opting for IIT-M Degree
- Meritorious students get an opportunity to study at IIT-M for their last semester
- All students get to attend an exclusive annual fest in IIT-M campus called 'Paradox'
- Opportunity to upgrade to Online MS / on-campus MTech post-degree competition
Sample Degree
View Sample Degree [here]
4 Years
Bachelor's degree we recommend our students to pursue in parallel
Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons.) in Computer Science with BITS Pilani
About BITS Pilani
BITS Pilani - Established in 1964 and granted the status of Institute of Eminence by the Indian Government in 2018, offers its online Bachelors of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science exclusively through Coursera.
About This Degree
This online degree program runs independently and SST students can pursue this degree concurrently with the Scaler School of Technology's residential undergraduate program. It's important to note that the BITS Pilani degree is awarded separately, and admission to the degree program is solely at the discretion of BITS Pilani. Details can be found here Students will have to complete all requirements as set by BITS Pilani for the grant of the degree in the BITS Degree Program
Does this online degree hold the same equivalence as conventional ?
As per Regulation 22 of the UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020, all undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, awarded through Open and Distance Learning mode and/or Online mode by Indian Higher Educational Institutions, recognised by UGC, are treated as equivalent to the corresponding awards of the degrees/diplomas offered through conventional mode.
Sample Degree
View Sample Degree [here]
4 Years
Master's degree we recommend our students to pursue in parallel
Master of Science in Computer Science by Woolf
About Woolf
Woolf is heralded as the world’s first global collegiate higher education institution, dedicated to expanding access to academic excellence. It leverages technology and a global network of member colleges to offer accredited degrees, aiming to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity on a worldwide scale.
About This Degree
This degree is endorsed by the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS), a widely recognised accreditation system accepted by universities & organisations in the US, Europe, Canada, and numerous other countries, however, Woolf being a foreign institute is not recognised by UGC/AICTE.
1 Year
Bachelor's degree we recommend our students to pursue in parallel
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Programming and Data Science with IIT Madras
About IIT Madras
IIT Madras, established in 1959 and recognized as an Institute of Eminence by the Indian Government, is one of India’s most prestigious institutions. IIT Madras offers a Bachelor of Science (BS) program in Data Science and Applications, designed to equip students with cutting-edge programming and data science skills, enabling them to excel in the technology sector. Please note that this BS program is not offered on IIT-Madras campus.
About This Degree
This degree program operates independently and Scaler School of Technology (SST) students can apply to and pursue this degree in parallel at SST’s Undergraduate program campus in Bangalore . The IIT Madras degree is awarded separately, and admission to the degree program is solely at the discretion of IIT Madras. Students must meet all requirements set by IIT Madras to earn this degree. More details can be found [here].
Recognition and value of this degree
The BS in Programming and Data Science, offered by IIT Madras, is an official degree approved by the Senate of IIT Madras, which has the power to award degrees as per The Institutes of Technology Act, 1961. Hence, this degree would meet the requirement of any study or job that accepts a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree.
Additional Benefits of opting for IIT-M Degree
- Meritorious students get an opportunity to study at IIT-M for their last semester
- All students get to attend an exclusive annual fest in IIT-M campus called 'Paradox'
- Opportunity to upgrade to Online MS / on-campus MTech post-degree competition
Sample Degree
View Sample Degree [here]
3 Years
Bachelor's degree we recommend our students to pursue in parallel
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science with BITS Pilani
About BITS Pilani
BITS Pilani - Established in 1964 and granted the status of Institute of Eminence by the Indian Government in 2018, offers its online Bachelors of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science exclusively through Coursera.
About This Degree
This online degree program runs independently and SST students can pursue this degree concurrently with the Scaler School of Technology's residential undergraduate program. It's important to note that the BITS Pilani degree is awarded separately, and admission to the degree program is solely at the discretion of BITS Pilani. Details can be found here Students will have to complete all requirements as set by BITS Pilani for the grant of the degree in the BITS Degree Program
Does this online degree hold the same equivalence as conventional ?
As per Regulation 22 of the UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020, all undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, awarded through Open and Distance Learning mode and/or Online mode by Indian Higher Educational Institutions, recognised by UGC, are treated as equivalent to the corresponding awards of the degrees/diplomas offered through conventional mode.
Sample Degree
View Sample Degree [here]
3 Years