Archive · 8 Sep 2026
IIT Madras Opens 2026 School Connect Applications for Students
IIT Madras is inviting students in Classes 9 to 12 to join an online learning programme.
For the first time, Class 9 students can also apply.
The programme helps students learn about different subjects and possible careers.
Students can choose from 17 areas, such as artificial intelligence, aerospace, cybersecurity, design and law.
The courses last eight weeks and include videos, live classes, assignments and computer tests.
Classes are available in English and Hindi.
Students who complete the requirements will receive an e-certificate from IIT Madras CODE.
Applications must be submitted by September 30, 2026.
The courses start on October 5, 2026.
IIT Madras has opened applications for its October 2026 School Connect cohort for Classes 9 through 12.
Class 9 students are eligible for the first time, providing earlier exposure to academic and career options.
The eight-week online programme covers 17 fields, including artificial intelligence, aerospace, cybersecurity, design, law and finance.
Applications close on September 30, 2026, and courses begin on October 5, 2026.
The programme has reached more than 1.75 lakh students across over 4,900 schools and aims to expand to 25,000 schools.
- Who
- The Indian Institute of Technology Madras and students in Classes 9, 10, 11 and 12.
- What
- IIT Madras has opened applications for the October 2026 School Connect Programme.
- When
- Applications close on September 30, 2026, and courses begin on October 5, 2026.
- Where
- The programme is delivered online and is intended for students in India and participating schools outside India.
- Why
- To help students explore academic disciplines and make informed education and career choices.
- Institute
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Eligible students
- Classes 9, 10, 11 and 12
- Application deadline
- September 30, 2026
- Course start date
- October 5, 2026
- Duration and mode
- Eight weeks, online
- Disciplines
- 17 future-focused fields
- Languages
- English and Hindi, with seven additional regional languages under development
- Existing reach
- More than 4,900 schools and over 1.75 lakh students