Indian Institute of Technology Madras has introduced three new beginner-friendly Artificial Intelligence courses on the SWAYAM Plus platform as part of its “AI for All” initiative, aimed at making AI education more accessible to students, professionals, and non-technical learners.
The newly launched programmes include AI for Aspiring Engineers, AI for Administrators, and Prompt Engineering. These courses have been developed in partnership with IITM Pravartak and are designed for learners with no prior coding or AI experience.
AI for Aspiring Engineers focuses on foundational skills in Python, AI, and Machine Learning using real engineering datasets, helping students transition into technical education. AI for Administrators is tailored for management professionals seeking to use AI, machine learning, and generative AI in decision-making. The Prompt Engineering course introduces learners to effective interaction with AI systems for accurate and meaningful outputs.
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According to IIT Madras, registrations for all three programmes are open until May 10, 2026, through the SWAYAM Plus portal. The AI for Aspiring Engineers course is priced at ₹500 plus GST, while the other two programmes are available at ₹100 plus GST each.
Officials said SWAYAM Plus has completed two years of operations and now hosts more than 500 online courses across sectors such as engineering, BFSI, Indian Knowledge Systems, and IT/ITeS, with over 5.5 lakh learners registered so far.
The launch reflects the growing demand for accessible AI education and industry-relevant digital skilling across India.
