As India races toward its target of 30% electric mobility by 2030, the demand for professionals trained in electric vehicle (EV) technology is surging. In response, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has launched an Online Post Graduate Diploma in EV Technology, a year-long programme designed to equip engineers, researchers and industry professionals with the expertise required for the country's green mobility transition.
The diploma has been developed by the institute's Centre for Automotive Research and Tribology (CART). It will cover the EV ecosystem comprehensively, including battery management systems, power electronics, electric powertrain design, charging infrastructure, safety systems, and even the use of artificial intelligence in fault diagnostics.
"This diploma is not just about electric vehicles, it's about building a sustainable future," said Prof. Deepak Kumar, Head of CART at IIT Delhi. "Our goal is to develop a generation of professionals who can blend theory, technology, and real-world applications to revolutionise the automotive industry."
The programme will be delivered primarily online, with live sessions taught by IIT Delhi faculty. Participants will also undergo an on-campus immersion module to gain laboratory exposure and interact directly with faculty members. The academic structure includes case studies, simulations, assignments, and a semester-long research project, ensuring that learning is anchored in both theory and practice.
According to IIT Delhi, the diploma is aimed at engineers, automotive professionals, entrepreneurs and researchers who wish to upskill in EV technology. The programme reflects a wider national push to localise clean technology expertise, prepare a future-ready workforce and strengthen India's leadership in sustainable transport.
With the EV sector evolving rapidly, IIT Delhi's move underscores how academic institutions are aligning themselves with national sustainability goals—bridging the talent gap with advanced technical training and applied research in one of the country's most critical growth industries.