Master Cyber Leadership & Regulatory Compliance in the Indian Ecosystem
Certified Chief Information Security Officer (C-CISO)
A practitioner-led intensive program equipping security leaders to govern, protect, and build resilience within India’s unique digital ecosystem. Navigate a complex web of MeitY directives, SEBI/RBI mandates, and the DPDP Act.
Bridge global cybersecurity standards with India’s specific legal and regulatory landscapes.
Live, interactive weekend sessions led by industry practitioners.
Design resilient, breach-ready IT environments with Zero-Trust Architecture.
Develop Cyber Crisis Management Plans (CCMP) aligned with CERT-In directives
Trusted by senior security leadership,current and aspiring CISOs, CTOs, IT Directors, & Risk Officers
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Next Cohort11th April, 2026
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DurationWeekend Format | 4 Weeks | 11 AM - 1 PM
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Certification IssuedBy FCRF Academy
Our Alumni Work At
14,565+
Law Enforcement & Cybersecurity Professionals Trained
National & International Speakers & Subject Matter Experts
94%
Satisfaction Rate of Learners & Course Participants
100%
FCRF Impact & Outcomes Delivered
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The Indian Cyber & Regulatory Ecosystem
Explore cybersecurity governance within India’s specific legal and regulatory framework. Deep dives into navigating MeitY directives, SEBI/RBI mandates, and operationalizing the DPDP Act 2023 for enterprise environments.
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Live Classes by Active C-Suite Practitioners
Learn directly from seasoned security leaders through live, interactive weekend sessions. Gain practical insights into designing Zero-Trust architectures, establishing 24/7 Security Operations Centers (SOC), and leading live incident response.
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Risk Quantification & Board Reporting
Move away from qualitative risk guessing to quantifiable financial metrics. Learn to apply the FAIR model, design executive dashboards, and report on risk exposure using business-aligned Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
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📅 11th April, 2026
⏳ 4 Weeks Duration
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📚 16 Modules
Why Choose FCRF Academy?
See how we stack up against standard online courses. We prioritize career outcomes over just content completion.
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Ecosystem Access
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India-Focused & Contextual
Live & Interactive Sessions
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THE NEW CISO MANDATE
Why Board-Level Cyber Governance Is Essential
Navigating the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act 2023, sector-specific mandates from RBI, SEBI, and IRDAI, and strict legal liabilities requires an evolution from an IT Manager to a Strategic Board Advisor.
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Cyber Threats Are Evolving
AI-driven social engineering and polymorphic malware now account for nearly 80% of modern intrusions. Organizations face escalating risks from destructive ransomware and deepfake-enabled executive fraud.
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Cyber is a Regulatory Risk
Indian CISOs can no longer rely solely on technical controls. They must navigate MeitY directives, SEBI/RBI mandates, and the DPDP Act , while managing their strict legal liability under corporate law.
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Strategic Leaders Are Essential
Enterprises need professionals who bridge the gap between technology and business. Security leaders must command the boardroom, secure critical budgets , and translate technical jargon into business-aligned KPIs.
EXECUTIVE CURRICULUM
C-CISO Program Curriculum
Comprehensive coverage of cybersecurity governance, sector-specific regulatory mandates, Zero-Trust engineering, cyber risk quantification, and live crisis management.
Modules
Career Acceleration
Benefits of the Certification
Earn a credential backed by applied learning, practitioner insight, and real-world relevance—designed to bridge theory, regulation, and professional practice.
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Practitioner-Led Learning
Learn directly from professionals working across governance, risk, compliance, cybersecurity, and policy domains through live, interactive sessions.
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Real-World & Regulatory Focus
Build practical understanding of governance frameworks, risk management, and compliance obligations with strong alignment to Indian regulatory and institutional contexts.
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Strong Peer & Alumni Network
Join a growing community of professionals from government, corporates, legal, BFSI, and technology sectors for long-term peer learning and engagement.
A Sneak Peek into the FCRF Academy LMS
All live sessions are recorded and uploaded within 3–4 hours, along with session PDFs and learning resources—so you never miss a class.
Snapshots from Our CCMP Program
Organised in collaboration with CERT-In, FCRF’s Certified Cyber Crisis Management Professional (CCMP) program
was attended by over 500 top officials from civil services, defence, cybersecurity, and regulatory bodies.
These glimpses capture our commitment to high-impact, nationally recognised training.
FCRF & NIELIT (MeitY) Sign MoU in Presence of Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
In a major boost to India's cybersecurity ecosystem, FCRF and NIELIT (MeitY) have joined forces to co-develop advanced training and certification programs. The MoU was signed on October 2nd in New Delhi, with Hon'ble Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw presiding over the event.
FCRF Served as Knowledge Partner at the Visionary AI Impact Summit Alongside OpenAI, UNESCO & WHO
In a landmark development for India’s digital and AI ecosystem, the Future Crime Research Foundation (FCRF) served as a Knowledge Partner at the AI Impact Summit held under the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. FCRF stood alongside leading global institutions including OpenAI, UNESCO, WHO, Harvard Kennedy School, and other international organizations contributing to discussions on responsible AI, cybersecurity, and digital governance.
Meet the practitioners, policymakers, and domain experts who have contributed to our programs and learning initiatives.
Rakesh Maheshwari
Advisor Cyber Laws and Tech Policy.
Former Sr Director and Group Coordinator Cyber laws, Cyber Security and Data Governance, MeitY
Christian Lees
Chief Technical Officer
Resecurity
Steve Jackson
Mimansa Ambastha
Privacy & Cybersecurity Lawyerr
Dr. Pooja Kiyawat
Assistant Professor
NATIONAL LAW INSTITUTE UNIVERSITY, BHOPAL
Vinod Sreedharan
GRC strategy and Market/Competitive research
Archer Technologies
Dr. Shubham Pandey
Assistant Professor
National Forensic Sciences University
Dr. Gaurav Jadhav
Assistant Professor
National Forensic Sciences University
Paakhhi Garg
Data Privacy & Cyber Law Trainer
Rakesh Maheshwari
Advisor Cyber Laws and Tech Policy.
Former Sr Director and Group Coordinator Cyber laws, Cyber Security and Data Governance, MeitY
Christian Lees
Chief Technical Officer
Resecurity
Steve Jackson
Mimansa Ambastha
Privacy & Cybersecurity Lawyerr
Dr. Pooja Kiyawat
Assistant Professor
NATIONAL LAW INSTITUTE UNIVERSITY, BHOPAL
Vinod Sreedharan
GRC strategy and Market/Competitive research
Archer Technologies
Dr. Shubham Pandey
Assistant Professor
National Forensic Sciences University
Dr. Gaurav Jadhav
Assistant Professor
National Forensic Sciences University
Paakhhi Garg
Data Privacy & Cyber Law Trainer
FCRF's Pioneering Role In Ensuring A Cyber-Safe India
Future Crime Research Foundation (FCRF) is an IIT Kanpur’s AIIIDE–CoE incubated start-up (Non-Profit NGO) specializing in research in Cyber Security, Digital Crime, Fraud Risk Management, Cyber Laws, and Cyber Forensics. FCRF is also the host of India’s largest conference on tech-enabled crime and cyber threats, the FutureCrime Summit. It is registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, and Sections 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. FCRF strives to make India future-ready by increasing digital awareness and building an ecosystem for a cyber-safe India.
FCRF’s Esteemed Speakers at the FutureCrime Summit
Dr. VK Saraswat
Member, NITI Aayog
Former DG, DRDO
Lt Gen MU Nair
National Cybersecurity Coordinator
(NCSC)
Daljit Singh Chaudhary
Director General
Border Security Force
Rajiv Jain
Former Director
Intelligence Bureau
OP SINGH IPS
Former DGP
Uttar Pradesh
Dr Vikram Singh
Former DGP UP Police
Chancellor Noida Intl. University
Dr Gulshan Rai
Former National Cybersecurity Coordinator
Ex DG CERT-IN
Lt Gen (Dr.) Rajesh Pant
Chairman
Cybersecurity Asso. of India
Arun Kumar
Former DG
RPF
Justice Talwant Singh
Former Judge
Delhi High Court
B Shanker Jaiswal
Joint CP
Delhi Police
Dr GK Goswamy
ADG UP Police & Director
UPSIFS
Dr. Amit Sharma
ADG and Advisor (Cyber)
Ministry of Defence
Maj Gen Bipin Bakshi
Senior Fellow
CLAWS
Dr. Pavan Duggal
Renowned Cyber Advocate
Supreme Court of India
Dr. Karnika Seth
Cyberlaw Expert & Advocate
Supreme Court
Dr. VK Saraswat
Member, NITI Aayog
Former DG, DRDO
Lt Gen MU Nair
National Cybersecurity Coordinator
(NCSC)
Daljit Singh Chaudhary
Director General
Border Security Force
Rajiv Jain
Former Director
Intelligence Bureau
OP SINGH IPS
Former DGP
Uttar Pradesh
Dr Vikram Singh
Former DGP UP Police
Chancellor Noida Intl. University
Dr Gulshan Rai
Former National Cybersecurity Coordinator
Ex DG CERT-IN
Lt Gen (Dr.) Rajesh Pant
Chairman
Cybersecurity Asso. of India
Arun Kumar
Former DG
RPF
Justice Talwant Singh
Former Judge
Delhi High Court
B Shanker Jaiswal
Joint CP
Delhi Police
Dr GK Goswamy
ADG UP Police & Director
UPSIFS
Dr. Amit Sharma
ADG and Advisor (Cyber)
Ministry of Defence
Maj Gen Bipin Bakshi
Senior Fellow
CLAWS
Dr. Pavan Duggal
Renowned Cyber Advocate
Supreme Court of India
Dr. Karnika Seth
Cyberlaw Expert & Advocate
Supreme Court
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