Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has launched a new two-year Master of Science (MSc) program in Data Science and Analytics through its School of Computer and Information Sciences. The Open Distance Learning (ODL) course aims to meet the growing demand for data professionals by developing computational and statistical skills. Eligibility requires a three-year bachelor's degree, with a fee of Rs 13,000 per semester, excluding additional charges. Applications are open to diverse academic backgrounds.