IIT Delhi PG Diploma in Healthcare Product Development
IIT Delhi's Online Post Graduate Diploma in Healthcare Product Development and Management (Batch 02) is a structured, application-led programme designed for professionals seeking to build expertise at the intersection of engineering, medicine, and management. The programme covers biomedical systems, materials, electronics, wearables, and product engineering, complemented by regulatory, business, and commercialisation frameworks. Through live instruction, intensive projects, and interdisciplinary learning, participants learn to design, prototype, validate, and scale healthcare solutions across medical devices, digital health, and emerging med-tech domains. The curriculum spans eight courses covering Basic Electronics, Basic Biology and Physiology, Mechanics of Biomaterials, Biofabrication, Research Techniques in Biomedical Engineering, Soft Tissue Characterisation and Applications, Healthcare Wearables Design and Applications, and Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management. This programme is ideal for engineers, doctors, and working professionals looking to upskill or transition into healthcare product roles, offering a strong foundation in healthcare product development, regulatory pathways, and commercialisation in the evolving med-tech landscape.
Instructors:
English
Course Start Date:
25th Jul, 2026
Application Deadline:
Closing Soon
Duration:
12 Months
₹ 3,50,000
Overview
IIT Delhi's Online PG Diploma in Healthcare Product Development and Management (Batch 02) is a 12-month, application-led executive programme that bridges the gap between engineering, medicine, and business in the healthcare sector. Delivered online with live instruction through TimesPro, the programme is designed to equip learners with the technical, regulatory, and commercial skills needed to build and scale real-world healthcare products. With a curriculum spanning biomedical systems, materials science, electronics, wearables, biofabrication, and entrepreneurship, the programme offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary learning experience. It culminates in an optional 2-day campus immersion at IIT Delhi, offering participants access to the institute's world-class research infrastructure and faculty. The programme is structured around eight credit-bearing courses with a total of 18 credits, covering foundational and advanced topics in biomedical engineering alongside practical product development methodologies. Learners develop the ability to conceptualise, design, prototype, validate, and commercialise healthcare solutions across medical devices, digital health platforms, and emerging med-tech domains.
Why Health and Medicine?
IIT Delhi's Online PG Diploma in Healthcare Product Development and Management is one of the few programmes in India that integrates engineering, clinical science, and business strategy within a single, structured executive education framework. Unlike generic management programmes, this diploma focuses specifically on the healthcare product lifecycle — from ideation and prototyping to regulatory approval and market launch. Learners benefit from the academic rigour and research legacy of IIT Delhi, one of India's foremost technical institutions, combined with the flexibility of an online delivery model suited for working professionals. The optional campus immersion at IIT Delhi adds a hands-on dimension that few online programmes offer. The curriculum is designed to reflect real industry needs, covering emerging areas such as wearable health technology, biofabrication, and soft tissue engineering alongside practical entrepreneurship training. Graduates earn an IIT Delhi PG Diploma certificate issued by the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, along with IIT Delhi alumni status benefits — a credentialing advantage that carries significant professional weight in the healthcare and med-tech industry.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
IIT Delhi Post Graduate Diploma in Healthcare Product Development and Management
Online programme with live instruction over 12 months
8 credit-bearing courses totalling 18 credits
Optional 2-day campus immersion at IIT Delhi
Certificate issued by Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi
IIT Delhi alumni status benefits
Designed for engineers, doctors, and working professionals
Interested in career outcomes and specializations?
Who is this programme for?
Graduates seeking to enter the healthcare product and med-tech industry
Engineers looking to apply their technical skills in healthcare contexts
Doctors and clinicians interested in product development and commercialisation
Working professionals aiming to transition into healthcare management or product roles
Entrepreneurs and innovators in the health-tech space
Minimum Eligibility
Graduation in any discipline (Engineering, Medicine, or related field)
Working professionals in healthcare, engineering, or adjacent domains
Graduates exploring careers in healthcare product development
No minimum work experience required
Selection based on application review
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Who is the programme for?
Admission to the IIT Delhi Online PG Diploma in Healthcare Product Development and Management is conducted through a structured application review process managed by TimesPro. Prospective learners are required to select the programme, sign up on the platform, and engage with a Programme Advisor for guidance. Following this, applicants submit their documents and may be required to appear for an interview. Successful applicants receive an Offer Letter and confirm their seat by paying the preliminary programme fee, after which onboarding and course commencement follows. The programme is open to graduates from engineering, medicine, and related disciplines, as well as working professionals seeking to reskill or upskill in healthcare product development. The academic structure is credit-based, spanning 8 courses across 12 months of online live instruction, with an optional 2-day campus immersion at IIT Delhi at the end of the programme.
Selection process
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Curriculum
The curriculum of the IIT Delhi Online PG Diploma in Healthcare Product Development and Management is structured across 8 credit-bearing courses totalling 18 credits. The programme begins with foundational modules in Basic Electronics (1 Credit) and Basic Biology and Physiology (1 Credit), providing learners from diverse backgrounds with a common technical base. This is followed by Mechanics of Biomaterials (1 Credit), Biofabrication (3 Credits), and Research Techniques in Biomedical Engineering (3 Credits), which build core competencies in materials science and biomedical research methods. The curriculum advances to specialised topics including Soft Tissue Characterisation and Applications (4 Credits) and Healthcare Wearables Design and Applications (3 Credits), covering emerging areas in biomedical product design. The programme concludes with Selected Topics in Biomedical Engineering: Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management (2 Credits), which equips learners with the business acumen to commercialise and manage healthcare products. The interdisciplinary design of the curriculum reflects the real-world demands of the healthcare product development ecosystem.
There are 8 semesters in this course
The programme spans 8 structured courses across 12 months. Course 1 covers Basic Electronics (1 Credit), providing a foundation in electronic systems relevant to medical devices. Course 2 addresses Basic Biology and Physiology (1 Credit), ensuring learners understand the biological principles underlying healthcare products. Course 3 focuses on Mechanics of Biomaterials (1 Credit), exploring material properties used in biomedical applications. Course 4 introduces Biofabrication (3 Credits), covering advanced techniques for fabricating biological structures and scaffolds. Course 5 on Research Techniques in Biomedical Engineering (3 Credits) develops skills in scientific methodology applicable to healthcare product R&D. Course 6 on Soft Tissue Characterisation and Applications (4 Credits) delves into the mechanical and functional properties of soft biological tissues. Course 7 covers Healthcare Wearables Design and Applications (3 Credits), addressing the design and deployment of wearable health monitoring technologies. Course 8 on Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management (2 Credits) bridges the technical and commercial dimensions of healthcare product development, preparing learners to take products from lab to market.
Course 1: Basic Electronics (1 Credit)
Course 2: Basic Biology and Physiology (1 Credit)
Course 3: Mechanics of Biomaterials (1 Credit)
Course 4: Biofabrication (3 Credit)
Course 5: Research Techniques in Biomedical Engineering (3 Credit)
Course 6: Soft Tissue Characterisation and Applications (4 Credits)
Course 7: Healthcare Wearables Design and Applications (3 Credits)
Course 8: Selected Topics in Biomedical Engineering: Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Management (2 Credits)
Programme Length
12 months, online with live instruction. Optional 2-day campus immersion at IIT Delhi at the end of the programme (costs to be borne by the learner).
Whom you will learn from?
Learn from top industry experts who bring real-world experience and deep knowledge to every lesson. The instructors are dedicated to help you achieve your goals with practical insights and hands-on guidance.
Instructors
Associate Professor, Centre for Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Prof. Arnab Chanda is an Assistant Professor in the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi, and a joint faculty at the Department of Biomedical Engineering, AIIMS, Delhi. He is also the founder of a start-up company BIOFIT Technologies
Assistant Professor at the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi.
Prof. Biswarup Mukherjee is an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi.
Tuition Fee
The programme offers a fee payment structure through TimesPro. Specific fee amounts are not published on the platform and prospective learners are directed to enquire with a Programme Advisor for detailed fee and payment schedule information. The programme operates on a Semester-Wise fee structure, with instalment options likely available given the 12-month duration. Learners should contact TimesPro directly at 1800-120-2020 or contactus@timespro.com for complete tuition and financial details.
Fee Structure
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Learning Experience
The IIT Delhi Online PG Diploma in Healthcare Product Development and Management is delivered through a live, instructor-led online format over 12 months. Classes are conducted in real-time, enabling learners to interact with IIT Delhi faculty, industry experts, and peers from across the healthcare and engineering sectors. The programme is structured as Direct to Device, allowing participants to attend sessions from their preferred location without disrupting professional commitments. The curriculum is application-led, with intensive projects designed to simulate real-world healthcare product development challenges. An optional 2-day campus immersion at IIT Delhi at the conclusion of the programme offers an experiential learning opportunity within a premier research institution. The interdisciplinary nature of the programme fosters collaboration between engineers, doctors, and business professionals, reflecting the cross-functional dynamics of the healthcare industry.
University Experience
IIT Delhi, established in 1961, is one of India's foremost institutions of technology and research. The Centre for Biomedical Engineering at IIT Delhi leads interdisciplinary research across medical devices, diagnostic systems, biomaterials, and computational biology. Learners in this programme benefit from access to IIT Delhi's academic rigour, faculty expertise, and research-driven curriculum. Graduates receive a Post Graduate Diploma certificate issued by the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi, and are conferred IIT Delhi alumni status — granting access to the institute's alumni network, events, and resources. The optional campus immersion at the end of the programme allows participants to experience IIT Delhi's research facilities and engage directly with the faculty and research community.
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About the University
Established in 1961, IIT Delhi is one of the premier engineering institutes in India and is recognized globally for its academic excellence and research contributions. Located in Hauz Khas, New Delhi, the institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various engineering and technology disciplines. IIT Delhi is known for its rigorous curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, and strong industry connections.
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Total Students
600
Faculty Members
2
NIRF Overall Rank
Affiliation & Recognition
Ministry of Education, Government of India
Association of Indian Universities
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National Board of Accreditation
Faculties
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Instructors
Associate Professor, Centre for Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Prof. Arnab Chanda is an Assistant Professor in the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi, and a joint faculty at the Department of Biomedical Engineering, AIIMS, Delhi. He is also the founder of a start-up company BIOFIT Technologies
Assistant Professor at the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi.
Prof. Biswarup Mukherjee is an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi.
Career services
The Career Development Services at IIT Delhi offer comprehensive support for placements through organized recruitment drives, workshops, and industry interactions. The placement process includes pre-placement talks, interviews, and extensive career guidance. In the latest placement season, IIT Delhi achieved a 100% placement rate with participation from numerous leading companies across various sectors.
100%
Placement Rate
20.5 LPA
Average Package
1.2 Crore
Highest Package
Course Start Date:
25th Jul, 2026
Application Deadline:
Closing Soon
Duration:
12 Months
₹ 3,50,000
Frequently asked questions
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