IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation is partnering with the Union Education Ministry’s SWAYAM Plus to launch Artificial Intelligence Training for Rural School Teachers across India. These courses are being offered at no cost to the participants. 

The ‘AI for Educators - K12 Teachers’ (Classes I to XII) Certification Course, starting 5th February 2026, will equip educators with essential skills to integrate AI into classroom teaching and learning. The last date to register for this course through online is 31st January 2026.

This 40-hour program has been designed to help teachers confidently adopt AI tools and methodologies to enhance learning outcomes while ensuring inclusive and responsible use of technology in schools and colleges. Highlighting the need for such initiatives, Mr. Balamurali Shankar, Chief Knowledge Officer, IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation said, “AI is rapidly reshaping the future of education. Through this program, we aim to empower teachers with practical AI tools and pedagogical strategies that enhance classroom effectiveness and student engagement. This course will help educators become future-ready and confident in adopting AI responsibly,”

The course is intended Teachers from rural schools and will be taught in English language. The Assessment will be in Virtual, Proctored mode. The Certification Fee will be waived for the first 500 teachers from rural schools who complete the training

Application link: https://iitmpravartak.org.in/AI_Educators_K12_teachers

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