Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship press release · 23 March 2026 · pibtracker filter

GENERATIVE AI SKILL PROGRAMME

PRID2243980 MinistryMinistry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Released23 March 2026 Reading12 min

Posted On: 23 MAR 2026 4:45PM by PIB Delhi Under the IndiaAI Mission, the “IndiaAI FutureSkills” pillar focuses on expanding AI literacy and capacity building across diverse segments of society. Initiatives such as the “YUVA AI for All” programme have been introduced to promote AI awareness and foundational literacy among a wide spectrum of learners. In addition, IndiaAI Data and AI Labs are being established across National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) centres, ITIs, and Polytechnics in tier 2 & tier 3 cities, to deliver standardised, accessible training in AI and emerging technologies, in courses like Fundamentals of Data Annotation using Python, Fundamentals of Data Curation using Python. Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), platform is also running a wide range of AI and Generative AI digital courses. A total of over 120 AI-related digital courses are currently available on the platform, out of which 11 courses are specifically focused on Generative AI. Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) has been designed as an inclusive, nationally standardised programme aligned with the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) and delivered through the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), aimed at enhancing nationwide accessibility. The initiative seeks to move beyond fragmented approaches by providing structured learning pathways beginning with foundational AI awareness for school students (Classes VI–XII) and educators, and expanding towards AI-enabled skills for the broader workforce. The programme has evolved to include sector-specific AI applications across domains such as healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, retail, and creative industries, thereby integrating AI into real-world job roles and productivity enhancement. The initiative is implemented through NCVET-recognised Awarding Bodies with industry participation, supporting standardisation, scalability and relevance across sectors. Further, the Government is engaging with industry, academia, and State Governments to ensure scalable and inclusive skilling interventions, with a view to moving towards a more holistic national ecosystem rather than isolated efforts. The IndiaAI Mission adopts a phased and scalable approach towards AI skilling, with a focus on building foundational capabilities across sectors. These include the establishment of 570 Data and AI Labs across the country, including 27 labs in collaboration with the NIELIT for training in data and AI foundational courses, and 543 labs in ITIs/Polytechnics across all States/UTs to deliver foundational and sectoral AI courses tailored to India’s diverse development needs. These courses in AI and related domains are being designed in alignment with industry requirements, and the labs are being equipped with appropriate infrastructure to enable hands-on learning and practical experimentation, thereby supporting the strengthening of applied AI skilling across the country. Additionally, standardised AI curricula are being developed to cater to varying skill levels. Foundational programmes such as “YUVA AI for All”, along with courses in Data Annotation, Data Curation, and Data Science, are being rolled out to promote AI awareness and build core competencies. The implementation approach involves partnerships with training institutions, digital platforms, and industry stakeholders, with a focus on measurable outcomes in terms of learners trained, courses delivered, and overall capacity building. In addition, the SOAR framework has been expanded to enable large-scale onboarding of learners, including non-technical workers, through accessible, short-duration, credit-aligned digital courses. The foundational course “AI to be Aware” (15 hours, NSQF Level-2) under SOAR includes introductory modules on Generative AI, equipping learners with practical understanding of emerging tools, applications, and responsible usage in real-world contexts. This information was given by the Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Shri Jayant Chaudhary in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today. *** SH (Release ID: 2243980) Visitor Counter : 501 Read this release in: Urdu , हिन्दी Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship GENERATIVE AI SKILL PROGRAMME Posted On: 23 MAR 2026 4:45PM by PIB Delhi Under the IndiaAI Mission, the “IndiaAI FutureSkills” pillar focuses on expanding AI literacy and capacity building across diverse segments of society. Initiatives such as the “YUVA AI for All” programme have been introduced to promote AI awareness and foundational literacy among a wide spectrum of learners. In addition, IndiaAI Data and AI Labs are being established across National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) centres, ITIs, and Polytechnics in tier 2 & tier 3 cities, to deliver standardised, accessible training in AI and emerging technologies, in courses like Fundamentals of Data Annotation using Python, Fundamentals of Data Curation using Python. Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), platform is also running a wide range of AI and Generative AI digital courses. A total of over 120 AI-related digital courses are currently available on the platform, out of which 11 courses are specifically focused on Generative AI. Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) has been designed as an inclusive, nationally standardised programme aligned with the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) and delivered through the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), aimed at enhancing nationwide accessibility. The initiative seeks to move beyond fragmented approaches by providing structured learning pathways beginning with foundational AI awareness for school students (Classes VI–XII) and educators, and expanding towards AI-enabled skills for the broader workforce. The programme has evolved to include sector-specific AI applications across domains such as healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, retail, and creative industries, thereby integrating AI into real-world job roles and productivity enhancement. The initiative is implemented through NCVET-recognised Awarding Bodies with industry participation, supporting standardisation, scalability and relevance across sectors. Further, the Government is engaging with industry, academia, and State Governments to ensure scalable and inclusive skilling interventions, with a view to moving towards a more holistic national ecosystem rather than isolated efforts. The IndiaAI Mission adopts a phased and scalable approach towards AI skilling, with a focus on building foundational capabilities across sectors. These include the establishment of 570 Data and AI Labs across the country, including 27 labs in collaboration with the NIELIT for training in data and AI foundational courses, and 543 labs in ITIs/Polytechnics across all States/UTs to deliver foundational and sectoral AI courses tailored to India’s diverse development needs. These courses in AI and related domains are being designed in alignment with industry requirements, and the labs are being equipped with appropriate infrastructure to enable hands-on learning and practical experimentation, thereby supporting the strengthening of applied AI skilling across the country. Additionally, standardised AI curricula are being developed to cater to varying skill levels. Foundational programmes such as “YUVA AI for All”, along with courses in Data Annotation, Data Curation, and Data Science, are being rolled out to promote AI awareness and build core competencies. The implementation approach involves partnerships with training institutions, digital platforms, and industry stakeholders, with a focus on measurable outcomes in terms of learners trained, courses delivered, and overall capacity building. In addition, the SOAR framework has been expanded to enable large-scale onboarding of learners, including non-technical workers, through accessible, short-duration, credit-aligned digital courses. The foundational course “AI to be Aware” (15 hours, NSQF Level-2) under SOAR includes introductory modules on Generative AI, equipping learners with practical understanding of emerging tools, applications, and responsible usage in real-world contexts. This information was given by the Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Shri Jayant Chaudhary in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today. *** SH (Release ID: 2243980) Under the IndiaAI Mission, the “IndiaAI FutureSkills” pillar focuses on expanding AI literacy and capacity building across diverse segments of society. Initiatives such as the “YUVA AI for All” programme have been introduced to promote AI awareness and foundational literacy among a wide spectrum of learners. In addition, IndiaAI Data and AI Labs are being established across National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) centres, ITIs, and Polytechnics in tier 2 & tier 3 cities, to deliver standardised, accessible training in AI and emerging technologies, in courses like Fundamentals of Data Annotation using Python, Fundamentals of Data Curation using Python. Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), platform is also running a wide range of AI and Generative AI digital courses. A total of over 120 AI-related digital courses are currently available on the platform, out of which 11 courses are specifically focused on Generative AI. Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) has been designed as an inclusive, nationally standardised programme aligned with the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) and delivered through the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), aimed at enhancing nationwide accessibility. The initiative seeks to move beyond fragmented approaches by providing structured learning pathways beginning with foundational AI awareness for school students (Classes VI–XII) and educators, and expanding towards AI-enabled skills for the broader workforce. The programme has evolved to include sector-specific AI applications across domains such as healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, retail, and creative industries, thereby integrating AI into real-world job roles and productivity enhancement. The initiative is implemented through NCVET-recognised Awarding Bodies with industry participation, supporting standardisation, scalability and relevance across sectors. Further, the Government is engaging with industry, academia, and State Governments to ensure scalable and inclusive skilling interventions, with a view to moving towards a more holistic national ecosystem rather than isolated efforts. The IndiaAI Mission adopts a phased and scalable approach towards AI skilling, with a focus on building foundational capabilities across sectors. These include the establishment of 570 Data and AI Labs across the country, including 27 labs in collaboration with the NIELIT for training in data and AI foundational courses, and 543 labs in ITIs/Polytechnics across all States/UTs to deliver foundational and sectoral AI courses tailored to India’s diverse development needs. These courses in AI and related domains are being designed in alignment with industry requirements, and the labs are being equipped with appropriate infrastructure to enable hands-on learning and practical experimentation, thereby supporting the strengthening of applied AI skilling across the country. Additionally, standardised AI curricula are being developed to cater to varying skill levels. Foundational programmes such as “YUVA AI for All”, along with courses in Data Annotation, Data Curation, and Data Science, are being rolled out to promote AI awareness and build core competencies. The implementation approach involves partnerships with training institutions, digital platforms, and industry stakeholders, with a focus on measurable outcomes in terms of learners trained, courses delivered, and overall capacity building. In addition, the SOAR framework has been expanded to enable large-scale onboarding of learners, including non-technical workers, through accessible, short-duration, credit-aligned digital courses. The foundational course “AI to be Aware” (15 hours, NSQF Level-2) under SOAR includes introductory modules on Generative AI, equipping learners with practical understanding of emerging tools, applications, and responsible usage in real-world contexts. 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