Artificial Intelligence Engineer
Uses AI and machine learning techniques to build applications and systems for organisations.
Overview
Artificial intelligence engineers use AI and machine learning techniques to develop applications and systems. They help organisations to perform more efficiently and in the process increases their profit margins.
Where they work
- Software and Tech companies
- Government and Private research facilities
- Engineering institutes among others
Work environment
You will typically work in an office set-up. You will be required to work in teams along people such as Data Scientists, IT experts etc. You are most likely to work 8 hours a day but depending on the workload and deadlines you may be required to work longer hours.
Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You enjoy Science.
- You are a creative person.
- You like using computers.
- You are interested in studying about human behaviour.
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics)
- 2Complete Bachelor's in Artificial Intelligence/Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science/Information Technology
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Diploma in AI and Machine Learning
Alternative route 3
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree then do a Master's in Computer Science & Engineering/Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning/Robotics/Avionics/Electronics/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Data Science/Data Engineering/Information Science & Engineering/Electrical Signal Processing/Computer Networking/Applied Linguistics/Computational Linguistics and allied fields
Alternative route 4
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science/Information Technology and then do an online certificate course related to Artificial Intelligence
Forms, exams and applications
For admissions, you must qualify entrance examination conducted at the national level (JEE Main, JEE Advanced etc.) or state level (WBJEE, AP EAMCET etc.) or institute level (VET, IP etc.). Check the official notification for current eligibility and dates.
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
This course is offered by the Department of Computer Science. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- University College of Engineering, Osmania University, Hyderabad, Telangana
- Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, Telangana
- Indian Institute of Information Technology, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Delhi Technological University, New Delhi
- Indian Institutes of Information Technology, New Delhi
- University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
- Indian Institute of Technology, Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu
- Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Pune, Maharashtra
- Bangalore Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi
- Christ University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Haldia Institute of Technology, Haldia, West Bengal
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Junior Engineer
- 2Senior Engineer
- 3Principal Engineer/Engineering Manager
- 4Vice President
- 5Chief Technology Officer
Related careers to explore
Data Scientist
Collects, analyses and interprets data to help an organisation make decisions.
Computer Scientist
Works on the theoretical side of computation — the study of computing itself, not the hardware.
Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Science, Maths, Computer Science.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to coding.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Rohit Sharma — Regarded as one of the pioneering AI Engineers in India. He began his career working on machine learning algorithms in the early 2010s and quickly rose to prominence. With no formal AI training initially, he leveraged his background in computer science and a keen interest in data-driven solutions. Over the years, Sharma collaborated with several top-tier tech companies, refining his expertise in natural language processing and deep learning. Today, he is known for his contributions to AI research and development, especially in the field of automated decision-making systems. He also actively mentors upcoming AI engineers through workshops and online courses.
Source: a personal interview, as credited on the printed card — no public page to link to.
This profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 2, printed page 615 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://bit.ly/3WIJim5
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The volume's contents page lists this career on printed page 617, but the card is printed on page 615 — this whole category's contents entries are one card ahead of the printed pages, so the page recorded here is the printed page the card actually appears on. The profile's source address is printed malformed ("ww.techgig.com/...") and does not resolve, so no link is shown.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.