Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Jayant Chaudhary today said that around 1 lakh students will be provided AI training and assessment at free of cost across India.

Addressing the Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 in New Delhi, Mr Chaudhary said that under the upcoming Skilling for Readiness AI programme, modules have been created and will be soon rolled out for students between class 6 and 12.

He added the programme will provide an opportunity for students to obtain self-assessment, online exams, online courses and get a certificate and credit for the same.

The Minister further noted that skill development is being integrated in other formal structures including education.

He mentioned that embedded apprenticeship degree programme is being rolled out. He added that the University Grants Commission has already issued guidelines and several universities have come forward to accept the programme.

Mr Chaudhary highlighted it as a great opportunity for young people to get exposed to shorter-duration skilling courses that are required by industry and employers today.