In a landmark move, OpenAI has launched its first-ever international education platform—OpenAI Academy India, in partnership with the IndiaAI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The newly launched academy is designed to provide AI skills training on a national scale. It aims to serve a wide audience, including students, software developers, educators, civil servants, non-profit leaders, and entrepreneurs from small and medium-sized businesses. 

Strategic Partnership Through MoU

A formal memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between OpenAI and IndiaAI to outline key areas of cooperation. The academy will support the FutureSkills pillar of the IndiaAI Mission by delivering training both online and offline in English and Hindi. Plans are also in place to expand this offering to more regional languages in the future.

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Strengthening India’s Learning Platforms

OpenAI will offer its educational content on both the' FutureSkills' platform and the 'iGOT Karmayogi' portal, which is widely used for enhancing the capacities of India’s civil service workforce. These integrations aim to democratise AI education and make it easily accessible to professionals across different levels.

Hands-on Learning & Startup Boost

The academy is not limited to digital learning. OpenAI will also host webinars and in-person workshops across six Indian cities. In a further boost to India’s startup ecosystem, the company will provide up to $100,000 in API credits to 50 startups or fellows selected through the IndiaAI Mission. Expanding its reach further, OpenAI plans to organise hackathons in seven Indian states, targeting participation from 25,000 students. Winners of these hackathons will get the chance to attend OpenAI’s prestigious international DevDay. Additionally, OpenAI has committed to training one million teachers across the country in using generative AI tools effectively in classrooms and educational settings.

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India’s AI Vision Gets a Global Ally

Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, GOI, stated in a  congratulatory message, “This is a significant step towards our shared goal of democratising access to knowledge and technology.” “Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, India is committed to ensuring that the advantages of cutting-edge innovation reach every citizen,” he further added. Vaishnaw added that the launch of OpenAI Academy will strengthen India’s AI efforts by promoting collaborative learning and fostering locally relevant solutions.

Why India? A Hub for AI Growth

OpenAI’s Chief Strategy Officer, Jason Kwon, highlighted India’s growing role in the global AI ecosystem. “India is one of the most dynamic countries for AI development, with rapid innovation and adoption,” he said. “We’re excited to collaborate with IndiaAI to help more people gain the confidence and skills to use AI meaningfully in their personal and professional lives.”

What the Academy Offers

OpenAI Academy offers free access to a variety of learning tools—including videos, tutorials, hands-on activities, virtual events, and peer-led collaboration opportunities. Its launch in India reflects OpenAI’s broader mission to make AI education and resources widely accessible.

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