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IIT Madras's SWAYAM plus launches 3 new AI courses for beginners
IIT Madras's SWAYAM plus launches 3 new AI courses for beginners, registration begins
IIT Madras's SWAYAM plus launches 3 new AI courses for beginners, registration begins
IIT Madras's SWAYAM plus has launched three new AI courses for beginners. The registration process is underway and will close on May 10.
Published on: Apr 24, 2026 1:37 PM IST By HT Education Desk Share via Copy link Indian Institute of Technology, Madras led digital learning platform SWAYAM Plus in collaboration with IITM Pravartak has launched 3 new AI courses. The registration process has commenced and the link is available at swayam-plus.swayam2.ac.in. Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, launches new 'AI For All' courses at an event on campus The registration process will end on May 10, 2026. The newly launched courses — AI for Aspiring Engineers, AI for Administrators, and Prompt Engineering — are designed as beginner-friendly programmes requiring no prior coding or AI experience. As per a press statement issued by IIT Madras, the courses were launched by Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, during a campus event marking two years of SWAYAM Plus operations. It brought together stakeholders from government, industry, academia and the learner community. The occasion also recognised leading industry partners, higher education institutions and top-performing learners for their contributions and achievements on the platform. 26 aspirants bag perfect 100 score in JEE-MainAbout The Courses
AI for Aspiring Engineers aims to equip students transitioning from school to engineering with foundational skills in Python, AI, and Machine Learning using real engineering datasets. AI for Administrators focuses on enabling management professionals to make informed decisions using AI, Machine Learning, and Generative AI. The Prompt Engineering course introduces learners to effectively interacting with AI systems to generate accurate and meaningful outputs. IIM Amritsar Admission 2026: Executive MBA program registration opens for 6th batch The ‘AI for All’ campaign, launched in May 2025 in collaboration with IIT Madras Pravartak, has seen strong traction. Its first batch featured five introductory AI courses spanning disciplines such as Physics, Chemistry, Accounting, Cricket Analytics, and AI/ML using Python, recording over 42,000 registrations. A second batch introduced an additional course, AI for Educators, aimed at K–12 teachers, and attracted over 50,000 registrations, read the press statement. Direct link to apply here ABOUT THE AUTHOR HT Education Desk For over a decade, the Hindustan Times Digital Streams – Education Desk has been a trusted source for accurate, in-depth, and timely news on education and careers. We bring the latest updates on board exams, competitive exams, results, employment news, study abroad, scholarships, and school and college admissions, helping students, job seekers, and educators make informed decisions. Our Coverage Areas 1. Board Exams & Results: Comprehensive reporting on CBSE, CISCE, and state board exams (UP, Bihar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and others), including schedules, admit cards, answer keys, results, and career opportunities. 2. Competitive Exams: Insights into major exams like UPSC, JEE, NEET, GATE, CAT, SAT, and state and central government services. Exam Results: Timely updates on UPSC, SSC, SBI, IBPS, NTA, IIMs, and other competitive exam results. 3. Employment News: Notifications on government and private sector jobs, vacancies, eligibility, application processes, and results. 4. Study Abroad: Information on top universities, courses, tuition fees, scholarships, visa regulations, and career prospects for international students. Features & Analysis: Opinion pieces, expert explainers, deep-dive reports, and interviews with key figures in education. 5. Breaking Education News: Real-time updates on major policy changes, institutional reforms, and trends shaping the education sector. 6. With a commitment to factual, unbiased journalism, HT Digital’s Education Desk has seen continuous growth in readership, offering credible and engaging content tailored for students, parents, and professionals. Meet the Team 1. Nilesh Mathur – News Editor A journalist with 24 years of experience, including 18+ years at Hindustan Times, Nilesh leads editorial planning, ensures factual accuracy, and enhances audience engagement through strategic content. 2. Papri Chanda – Deputy Chief Content Producer With over a decade of experience in education journalism, Papri specializes in exam-related content, study abroad insights, and education trends. She also explores new opportunities in education that benefit students. 3. Bishal – Senior Content Producer Active in the education and jobs sector since 2019, Bishal focuses on tracking developments, analyzing trends, and crafting informative content for students and job aspirants. 4. Gaurav Sarma – Deputy Chief Content Producer A multimedia journalist with 9+ years of experience, Gaurav is skilled in research-based storytelling, feature writing, and reporting on competitive exams, online courses, and education trends. At Hindustan Times Digital Streams – Education Desk, we strive to be the go-to platform for students and professionals navigating the dynamic world of education and careers.Read More Registration Process Madras Iit Discover the complete story of India's general elections on our exclusive Elections Product! Access all the content absolutely free on the HT App. Download now!Get latest news on Education along with Board Exam, Competitive Exam and Exam Result at Hindustan Times. Also get latest Job updates on Employment News News/Education/Admissions/IIT Madras's SWAYAM Plus Launches 3 New AI Courses For Beginners, Registration Begins See Less
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras led digital learning platform SWAYAM Plus in collaboration with IITM Pravartak has launched 3 new AI courses. The registration process has commenced and the link is available at swayam-plus.swayam2.ac.in.
The registration process will end on May 10, 2026.
The newly launched courses — AI for Aspiring Engineers, AI for Administrators, and Prompt Engineering — are designed as beginner-friendly programmes requiring no prior coding or AI experience.
As per a press statement issued by IIT Madras, the courses were launched by Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, during a campus event marking two years of SWAYAM Plus operations. It brought together stakeholders from government, industry, academia and the learner community. The occasion also recognised leading industry partners, higher education institutions and top-performing learners for their contributions and achievements on the platform.
26 aspirants bag perfect 100 score in JEE-Main
AI for Administrators focuses on enabling management professionals to make informed decisions using AI, Machine Learning, and Generative AI.
The Prompt Engineering course introduces learners to effectively interacting with AI systems to generate accurate and meaningful outputs.
IIM Amritsar Admission 2026: Executive MBA program registration opens for 6th batch
The ‘AI for All’ campaign, launched in May 2025 in collaboration with IIT Madras Pravartak, has seen strong traction. Its first batch featured five introductory AI courses spanning disciplines such as Physics, Chemistry, Accounting, Cricket Analytics, and AI/ML using Python, recording over 42,000 registrations. A second batch introduced an additional course, AI for Educators, aimed at K–12 teachers, and attracted over 50,000 registrations, read the press statement.
Direct link to apply here
Source: HindustanTimes
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