IIT Kharagpur and LTIMindtree Partner to Upskill Workforce in Artificial Intelligence
Mumbai, March 16, 2026: Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has partnered with LTIMindtree Limited to design advanced training programmes aimed at strengthening workforce capabilities in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies.
The collaboration will focus on equipping employees with advanced AI skills through structured learning initiatives, workshops, and research-led programmes.
Building Future-Ready AI Capabilities
The partnership combines IIT Kharagpur’s academic and research leadership with LTIMindtree’s industry expertise to develop future-ready AI capabilities.
Through the initiative, employees will gain access to:
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Advanced AI learning programmes
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Hands-on workshops and technical training
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Collaborative research initiatives
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Industry-focused AI skill development modules
The programme is designed to support continuous upskilling and reskilling of employees to meet evolving technology and client demands.
Focus on Talent Transformation
According to company officials, the collaboration highlights LTIMindtree’s commitment to preparing its workforce for an AI-driven technology environment.
Gururaj Deshpande, Chief Delivery Officer at LTIMindtree, said the partnership reflects the company’s focus on talent transformation by combining academic excellence with real-world application.
He noted that continuous skill development is essential for employees to remain relevant, resilient, and ready for rapidly evolving digital environments.
Strengthening Industry–Academia Collaboration
Niloy Ganguly, Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Kharagpur, emphasized the importance of strong collaboration between academia and industry.
He stated that the partnership will help extend academic expertise beyond classrooms into industry-relevant contexts while creating meaningful learning opportunities in Artificial Intelligence and related domains.
About LTIMindtree
LTIMindtree, a Larsen & Toubro Group company, is an AI-centric global technology services firm serving enterprises worldwide. The company provides technology transformation services, integrated operations, and AI-driven business solutions.
With more than 87,000 employees across 40 countries, the company focuses on helping organizations generate value through technology innovation and domain expertise.
About IIT Kharagpur
Established in 1951, IIT Kharagpur is one of India’s leading institutions for engineering, research, and innovation. The institute was granted Institute of Eminence status by the Government of India in 2019 and continues to play a major role in shaping India’s technology and research ecosystem.
The institute offers programs across engineering, science, management, law, architecture, humanities, and interdisciplinary domains while contributing to technological solutions addressing national and global challenges.