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National AI Skilling Initiative records 60,253 Phase I enrolments
India started a big program called the National AI Skilling Initiative to teach people about artificial intelligence.
Artificial intelligence is how computers can learn and do smart things, like a computer that can write or make pictures.
The program has two parts, called Phase I and Phase II.
So far, more than 60,000 people have signed up for Phase I. Some lessons teach how to use AI tools to make work easier and create content.
Other lessons teach how to write good instructions, called prompts, for AI.
There are also lessons about how AI works and how leaders can use it at work.
More than 500 people have finished all four lessons.
The government is now planning Phase II of the program.
The National AI Skilling Initiative recorded 60,253 applications and enrolments under Phase I.
4,620 participants have completed two modules of Phase I, while 552 have completed all four modules.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the National AI Skilling Initiative in March 2026.
Phase I consists of four modules with a total duration of 33 hours, delivered through two learning platforms.
The government is finalising the details of Phase II, according to a written reply by Minister of State Dr L. Murugan to the Lok Sabha.
- Who
- The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Minister of State Dr L. Murugan, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, and programme participants in India.
- What
- The National AI Skilling Initiative recorded 60,253 applications and enrolments under Phase I, with Phase II details being finalised.
- Where
- India, with the announcement made from New Delhi.
- When
- The enrolment figures were announced in a written reply to the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, August 12, 2026; the initiative was launched in March 2026.
- Why
- To build AI skills in India, covering practical AI tools, effective prompting, generative AI fundamentals, and strategic AI leadership.
Key facts
- Initiative
- National AI Skilling Initiative
- Phase I applications/enrolments
- 60,253
- Completed 2 modules
- 4,620 participants
- Completed all 4 modules
- 552 participants
- Phase I structure
- 4 modules, 33 hours, 2 learning platforms
- Launch date
- March 2026
- Launched by
- Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
- Phase II status
- Details being finalised










