IIT (ISM) Dhanbad – Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Cryptography and Security Applications: Classical to Post-Quantum
Overview
About Organization
Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, is a premier institution of national importance. The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is actively engaged in advanced research and training in cybersecurity, cryptography, and emerging technologies. The FDP is organized under the Information Security Education & Awareness (ISEA) Project Phase-III, sponsored by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.
About Programme
The Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Cryptography and Security Applications: Classical to Post-Quantum” aims to provide faculty members, scientists, and industry professionals with insights into modern cryptographic techniques, cybersecurity applications, and emerging post-quantum security technologies. The program will be conducted in hybrid mode (Physical Training / VILT / Self-paced) with sessions scheduled from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
• Introduction and Classical Cryptography • Symmetric Cryptography • Asymmetric Cryptography • Hash Functions and Digital Signatures • Network Security Applications • Post-Quantum Cryptography • Cryptographic Applications in practice.
Expected Outcomes
• Gain knowledge of classical and modern cryptographic techniques • Understand cybersecurity applications in real-world contexts • Explore emerging post-quantum cryptography methods • Strengthen teaching and research capacity in information security
Eligibility Criteria
• Faculty members in computer science, IT, and related disciplines • Scientists and researchers in cybersecurity and cryptography • Industry professionals working in information security and cryptographic applications
Registration Fees
No fee mentioned – sponsored under ISEA Project Phase-III (MeitY).
Distinguished Guests
• Faculty experts from IIT (ISM) Dhanbad • Specialists from ISEA Project Phase-III • Industry professionals in cybersecurity and cryptography
Important Dates
• End Date: September 4, 2026
How to Apply
Participants can register online via the ISEA portal:
Why Apply
This FDP offers a unique opportunity to gain advanced knowledge in cryptography and security applications, engage with experts in post-quantum cryptography, and strengthen professional skills in teaching, research, and industry practices.
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Day-wise Schedule
Day 1
Day 1: Introduction & Classical Cryptography
Day 2
Day 2: Symmetric Cryptography
Day 3
Day 3: Asymmetric Cryptography
Day 4
Day 4: Hash Functions, Digital Signatures & Network Security Applications
Day 5
Day 5: Post-Quantum Cryptography & Applications
Learning Outcomes
- Gain knowledge of classical cryptographic techniques
- Understand symmetric and asymmetric cryptography
- Explore hash functions, digital signatures, and network security
- Learn emerging post-quantum cryptography methods
- Strengthen teaching and research capacity in cybersecurity
About the Speaker
• Experts in cryptography, cybersecurity, and post-quantum security research
• Industry professionals collaborating under ISEA Project Phase-III
Software Requirements
Zoom/MS Teams for VILT sessions
PDF Reader
Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)
Certificate Information
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