India is at the cusp of an AI revolution, with the global AI market expected to grow from USD 189 billion in 2023 to over USD 4.8 trillion by 2033. In the country, the demand for AI professionals is skyrocketing, with recent reports forecasting a need for nearly one million AI professionals by 2026. To bridge this widening gap, IITM Pravartak has launched a 7-month advanced certificate programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning, in partnership with TimesPro.
Understanding the Programme’s Significance
The programme is designed to equip participants with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in the rapidly growing AI industry. The online course will cover advanced topics such as machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision, among others. By the end of the programme, participants will be able to develop and deploy AI models, and apply them to real-world problems.
Filling the Gap in India’s AI Talent Pool
India is home to over 5.5 lakh Common Service Centres (CSCs), which provide vital services to rural and urban communities. The free AI training programme will empower CSC holders to upskill and reskill, enabling them to contribute to India’s AI growth story. This initiative is a significant step towards bridging the gap between demand and availability of skilled AI professionals in the country.
A Lucrative Career Opportunity
The Indian AI market is expected to reach USD 28.8 billion by 2025, offering a lucrative career opportunity for those who can harness its potential. The advanced certificate programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning will equip participants with the skills needed to capitalize on this growth, and take their career to the next level.
Don’t Miss this Opportunity
The programme begins on September 13, 2025, with the last date to apply online set for September 6, 2025. The programme fee is Rs 1.44 lakh plus taxes. Don’t miss this chance to upskill and reskill in the field of AI. Sign up for the programme today and be a part of India’s AI growth story.
Originally published on https://money.rediff.com/news/market/free-ai-training-for-5-5-lakh-csc-holders/30284420250716
