Archive · 3 Sep 2026
IIT Madras and SWAYAM Plus Launch Multi-Cloud Security Programme
IIT Madras Pravartak and SWAYAM Plus have created a course about cloud computers and safety.
Cloud computing means using computer services through the internet.
The course teaches learners about AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform.
It also explains how to protect information and applications in the cloud.
Students will learn ideas from textbooks and practice using them.
The 100-hour course will happen through live online classes.
Participants will also get an immersive learning opportunity at the IIT Madras campus.
The first group of students starts on September 10.
The top five percent of performers will receive help with placements.
IIT Madras Pravartak and SWAYAM Plus launched a multi-cloud foundation and security programme.
The course covers Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform.
Dedicated training will focus on cloud security alongside practical cloud computing skills.
The 100-hour programme will use live online sessions and include an IIT Madras campus experience.
The first batch begins September 10, with applications due September 9; top performers receive placement support.
- Who
- IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation and SWAYAM Plus, an initiative of the Union Ministry of Education, are organizing the programme for students, graduates, working professionals and aspiring technology professionals.
- What
- They launched a 100-hour Multi-Cloud Foundation with Security Programme covering AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform and cloud security.
- When
- The first batch begins on September 10, with applications due by September 9.
- Where
- The programme will be delivered through live online sessions and will include an immersive learning experience at the IIT Madras campus.
- Why
- It aims to build practical cloud computing and cybersecurity skills, including the ability to develop and secure cloud applications.
- Organizers
- IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation and SWAYAM Plus
- Course
- Multi-Cloud Foundation with Security Programme
- Duration
- 100 hours
- Cloud platforms
- Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform
- Delivery
- Live online sessions with an immersive IIT Madras campus experience
- First batch
- Begins September 10
- Placement support
- Available to the top 5 per cent of performers
