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Energy storage technology remains backbone to the global transition towards achieving sustainable and reliable energy systems. Building on the strong foundation established in its inaugural year (2025), Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati continues to expand and strengthen its M.Tech. program in Energy Storage, with a clear focus on academic excellence, industry relevance, and national priorities. Over the past year, the program has matured through active collaboration with national agencies such as the Department of Science and Technology and leading industry partners including the Amara Raja Group and JSW Group. These partnerships have enabled continuous refinement of the curriculum, ensuring that it reflects emerging trends in electrification, renewable integration, and advanced energy storage technologies, while supporting India’s vision of self-reliance under the Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative. The program has been made as flexible as possible so that industry participants can benefit from it. The proposed M.Tech. program will provide an opportunity for upscaling for energy markets with a global push towards electrification and renewable integration. Professionals will gain cutting-edge knowledge of battery systems, thermal management, renewable energy, solar, wind energy, and storage skills that are in high demand across various industries like electric vehicles, power utilities, and smart grids. The program will bridge the gap between theory and practice, helping the participants accelerate their careers. The program has been made flexible for working professionals. Classes are to be held in the evenings and over the weekends. It is proposed that the students will spend two weeks in the first two semesters at IIT Tirupati to undergo laboratory training related to the courses and be in touch with the faculty members. The M.Tech. project can be executed in the industry where they are working. The M.Tech. program was well-received by several industrial professionals, leading to greater success during the first year. Along with the inputs from industry stakeholders and feedback from the first cohort, the program now offers an even more robust learning experience that blends theoretical depth with practical relevance on energy domain. IIT Tirupati’s research-driven ecosystem and deep industry engagement are well-positioned to develop skilled professionals who will contribute to the future of energy storage and sustainable technologies.