Archive · 24 Aug 2026
NSDC and AWS Launch Nationwide Cloud and AI Skilling Programme
India has started a new programme to teach people about cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
The National Skill Development Corporation and Amazon Web Services are involved in the initiative.
It aims to teach basic cloud and AI skills to 1.5 lakh learners.
Another 10,000 people will receive training aimed at preparing them for jobs.
The courses will be available completely online.
Young people in smaller cities can study without moving to large cities.
Cultus Education is also working with the organisations on the programme.
Minister Jayant Chaudhary said these skills can help India build a stronger future workforce.
NSDC launched a nationwide cloud and AI skilling initiative for 1.5 lakh learners.
The programme offers foundational AI and cloud literacy through Amazon Web Services training content.
AWS re/Start will provide job-ready training to 10,000 participants.
The fully online initiative targets youth in underserved Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
Minister Jayant Chaudhary said the programme supports an inclusive, future-ready workforce for Viksit Bharat 2047.
- Who
- The National Skill Development Corporation, Amazon Web Services, Cultus Education, and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship are involved; Minister Jayant Chaudhary also supported the initiative.
- What
- A nationwide programme providing foundational cloud and AI literacy to 1.5 lakh learners and job-ready AWS re/Start training to 10,000 participants.
- When
- The initiative was launched on Sunday and was published on August 24, 2026.
- Where
- Across India through online delivery, particularly for learners in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
- Why
- To expand access to technology training, credentials, and employment opportunities while developing an inclusive, future-ready workforce.
- Primary organiser
- National Skill Development Corporation
- Technology partner
- Amazon Web Services
- Programme partner
- Cultus Education
- Foundational training target
- 1.5 lakh learners
- Job-ready training target
- 10,000 participants
- Delivery format
- 100 per cent online
- Core skills
- Artificial Intelligence and cloud literacy
- Target audience
- Youth in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities
