Industry-aligned curriculum
Specialization in Cybersecurity Analytics, SOC Level 1 & 2, Digital Forensics, and Compliance
Vendor Products Certifications
Live cyber labs, simulations & real- time SOC exposure
Hands-on training in SOC level 1 & 2 and Digital forensic
Bootcamps on Ethical Hacking, Network Security, and Web Security
Apprenticeship-integrated programme for practical field experience & Job linked
Support for global cybersecurity certifications & career readiness
Technical writing, research skills & cybersecurity portfolio building
Exposure to SIEM, EDR, DevSecOps & advanced security tools
MCA (Specialization in Cybersecurity & Cyber Defence) is a postgraduate programme designed to prepare students for advanced careers in cybersecurity, cyber defence operations, and secure system engineering.
The programme develops strong technical, analytical, and investigative skills required to protect digital infrastructures across modern enterprise, cloud, and government environments.
Students learn ethical hacking, incident response, network defence, VAPT, cyber law, threat intelligence, SOC operations, and secure architecture design through an industry-integrated curriculum.
With hands-on cyber labs, real attack–defence simulations, red–blue team practice, and apprenticeship-based learning, the programme ensures students become fully job-ready for dynamic roles in the cybersecurity sector.
Pre-Security:
OS, Networking, Active Directory, Network Analysis, Log Analysis,
Scripting & Automation
Red Team Labs (Offensive Security - Bootcamp Method)
Red Team Fundamentals, Network & System/Web/AD VA/PT,
Binary Exploitation, Container VA/PT Advanced Red Teaming
Purple Team Labs (Analytical Security)
SIEM, Incident Response (SOAR), Vulnerability Management,
Threat Intelligence
Blue Team Labs (Analytical Security - Bootcamp method)
Network Security, Firewall/IPS/Proxy/VPN, End Point Security,
Web Security, Container Security
Eligibility
Passed an y graduation degree
Minimum 50% marks (as per university norms)
Science and Technology graduate with
mathematics background is preferred
In case of non-mathematical background, The
student has to undergo mathematics as bridge
course
Duration
4 Semester (2 Years ) as per NEP guidelines
Tuition Fees
₹ 50,000 per Semester
*Fees such as Admission, Caution Money,
Examination, Hostel, and Transport fees are extra.
Selection Criteria
As per JKU Entrance Exam and Personal Interview
01
Mastering Cybersecurity & Defence Concepts
Gain a strong understanding of ethical hacking, network defence, digital forensics, cloud security, and modern cyber-attack & defence strategies.
02
Building Technical & Analytical Cyber Skills
Develop skills in threat hunting, incident response, vulnerability assessment, malware analysis, and security operations.
03
Ethical, Legal & Compliance-Based Practices
Understand cyber laws, digital evidence handling, data protection, governance frameworks, and responsible cybersecurity operations.
04
Encouraging Leadership & Innovation in Cyber Defence
Strengthen problem-solving, teamwork, investigation, and innovation skills needed to manage cyber incidents and secure enterprise systems.
05
Developing Professional & Industry Ready Expertise
Learn how security teams operate, including SOC workflows, secure architecture design, cloud defence, and industry-aligned cyber practices.
06
Enhancing Cyber Resilience Across Environments
Use cybersecurity skills to safeguard individuals, organizations, and communities by enhancing digital safety, resilience, and trust.
Core Subjects: Operating Systems, Computer Networks, Advanced Data Structures, Algorithms, DBMS with Security Perspective, Compliance & Data Protection, Research Methodology.
Specialized Areas:Ethical Hacking, Network VAPT, Post-Exploitation, SOC Operations (L1 & L2), Digital Forensics, Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Red–Blue–Purple-Grey Teaming..
Skill Training: SIEM & SOAR Tools, Cybersecurity Compliance, Cyber Range Exercises, CTF Challenges, Apprenticeship & Live Projects.
Outcome: Industry-ready cybersecurity professionals skilled in offensive testing, defensive operations, forensics, and secure system engineering.
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