ICAN Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Cybersecurity
June - July 2025
Organized by IIT Bombay, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Madras
Empowering Educators. Strengthening Cybersecurity Education.
The ICAN Faculty Development Program (FDP) is a national initiative aimed at upskilling faculty from Tier 2 and Tier 3 engineering institutions in India in both foundational and emerging topics in cybersecurity. By empowering educators with the necessary knowledge and resources, we aim to strengthen the cybersecurity curriculum and foster the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
This program offers a unique blend of lectures, hands-on labs, and curated resources led by some of the best cybersecurity faculty in the country.
Program Structure
Dates: June 15 – June 30, 2025
Platform: NPTEL Learning Portal
This phase is open to all registered faculty members. It serves as both a knowledge-building stage and a selection round for the residential phase. Participants will attend live or recorded expert lectures and complete short assignments designed to evaluate their understanding.
Format:
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- 12 expert-led lectures (2 hours each)
- Assignments after each session (MCQ/MSQ format)
Certification & Selection:
- Participants who score a Distinction Grade in the assignments will receive a Certificate of Participation for the online phase
- Based on performance, top 25–30 faculty members will be selected for the Residential Phase at IIT Madras
Phase 2: Residential (Advanced In-Person Training)
Dates: July 12 – July 19, 2025
Platform: IIT Madras
This intensive, in-person training phase focuses on advanced concepts and practical skill-building. Selected participants will engage in a mix of expert lectures and hands-on lab sessions.
Format:
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- Morning: In-depth lectures by faculty experts
- Afternoon: Lab sessions aligned with the morning topics
- Each faculty expert will conduct a 2–3 hour lecture + lab session
Resources & Support:
- All teaching materials and lab exercises will be made freely available to participants for use in their home institutions
- Travel and accommodation support will be provided by ICAN
Program Curriculum
Will be updated soon.
Why Participate?
- Learn from leading experts in cybersecurity from IITs
- Gain access to ready-to-use teaching materials and lab modules
- Network with peers and build academic collaborations
- Receive a certificate of participation and performance-based recognition
- Opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of cybersecurity education in India
Who Can Apply?
- Faculty members from engineering colleges, especially from Tier 2 and Tier 3 institutions
- Basic familiarity with computer science or IT is recommended
Registration
Ready to be part of a national effort to transform cybersecurity education?
Registrations open till June 12, 2025 11:59 PM IST
Contact Us
For any questions or clarifications, feel free to reach out to us at info@cystar.iitm.ac.in
Organizers
IITBombay
IIT Kanpur
