NSDC and IIT Mandi Launch University-Integrated Minor in AI for Students Across India
New Delhi, February 19, 2026: In a pioneering move to advance AI education in India, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), in collaboration with IIT Mandi, has introduced the University-Integrated Minor in Artificial Intelligence—the first program of its kind to integrate industry-relevant AI skills into mainstream university degrees with academic credit alignment.
The initiative is designed to empower students from higher education institutions (HEIs) across India, offering them a certificate awarded by IIT Mandi and equipping them with future-ready AI competencies that enhance employability and innovation potential.
Key Highlights of the Program:
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University-integrated minor with academic credit alignment
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Certificate awarded directly by IIT Mandi
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Accessible to students from HEIs nationwide
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Industry-relevant, hands-on training in AI and related technologies
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Promotes nationwide skilling and employability impact
The collaboration reflects a broader vision to transform classrooms into innovation hubs and degrees into career accelerators. This program aims to empower the next generation of AI leaders in India, preparing them to drive technological transformation across industries and society.