SWAYAM Plus AI courses IIT Madras: three beginner programmes, register by May 10, 2026
IIT Madras launched three new AI courses on SWAYAM Plus on campus during the platform's two-year event. You can register on the official SWAYAM Plus portal; the last date to apply is May 10, 2026 .
SWAYAM Plus AI courses IIT Madras — what’s available
The courses were developed with IITM Pravartak under the 'AI for All' initiative. The three titles are: AI for Aspiring Engineers, AI for Administrators, and Prompt Engineering. All three are designed for beginners; no prior coding or AI knowledge is required.
How to register for SWAYAM Plus AI courses IIT Madras
Apply online on the official SWAYAM Plus portal before May 10, 2026 . The courses are open to students, working professionals, and learners from any background. You will need to pay the course fee at registration (details below).
Fees and key dates
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| AI for Aspiring Engineers | Rs 500 plus GST |
| AI for Administrators | Rs 100 plus GST |
| Prompt Engineering | Rs 100 plus GST |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline for new AI courses | May 10, 2026 |
| 'AI for All' initiative launch | May 2025 |
| Article publication | April 24, 2026 |
Why these courses matter
SWAYAM Plus reports over 5.50 lakh registered learners and more than 500 courses across 15+ sectors . The 'AI for All' campaign already drew big interest: the first batch had over 42,000 registrations and the second more than 50,000 . These new beginner courses aim to widen access to practical AI skills.
The launch was led by V Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, and attended by government, industry, academic and learner representatives. R Sarathi, SWAYAM Plus coordinator, noted the platform's rapid growth and its emphasis on job-related learning aligned with national goals.
What this announcement does not yet say
IIT Madras has not published course duration, detailed syllabus, assessment rules, instructor names, start dates or credit transfer details in the public statement. Check the SWAYAM Plus portal for updates before you register.
FAQs
Q: How do I apply? A: Register online on the official SWAYAM Plus portal.
Q: What is the last date to register? A: May 10, 2026 .
Q: Do I need prior coding knowledge? A: No. These are beginner courses with no prior coding or AI knowledge required.
Q: Who can join these courses? A: Students, working professionals and learners from all backgrounds.
Q: How much do the courses cost? A: AI for Aspiring Engineers is Rs 500 plus GST ; AI for Administrators and Prompt Engineering are Rs 100 plus GST each.
Q: Where can I find course details like syllabus and duration? A: The SWAYAM Plus portal will carry full course pages and updates.
Q: How large is SWAYAM Plus now? A: The platform reports 5.50 lakh registered learners and over 500 courses across 15+ sectors .
Q: Which initiative are these courses part of? A: They are part of IIT Madras' 'AI for All' initiative developed with IITM Pravartak.