Artificial Intelligence is no longer a concept of the future. It is already shaping classrooms, careers, and everyday life. Recognising this shift, the Government of India, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has officially launched a National AI Literacy Campaign called YUVA AI for All.
This initiative is designed to equip students, teachers, and young learners with a foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence in a structured, inclusive, and accessible manner.
According to the Government of India, the objective of launching this campaign is to democratise AI knowledge. The campaign will commence on National Youth Day, that is, 12 January, 2026.
Government of India announces the launch of National AI Literacy Campaign
Significance of the National AI Literacy Campaign
The YUVA AI for All Campaign aligns with the Government’s vision of Viksit Bharat and India’s commitment to inclusive and responsible AI adoption. It aims to make AI literacy a core life skill for the nation’s future workforce and citizens.
This initiative is launched under the IndiaAI Mission of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The campaign aims to introduce basic AI awareness among students and youth across India through a short, self-paced learning course.
Who All Can Participate in the YUVA AI for All Initiative?
The course is open and inclusive, with no prior technical knowledge required. It is especially relevant for:
- Secondary and Senior Secondary school students
- Youth and first-time AI learners
- Teachers and educators
- Government officials and citizens seeking AI awareness
What is the YUVA AI for All Course?
The YUVA AI for All course is a simple, practical, yet relevany foundational AI literacy programme.
Key Course Details
- Course Name: AI 101/Foundational AI Literacy
- Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours
- Mode: Self-paced
- Cost: Free
- Certification: Government-authorised certificate by IndiaAI Mission & MeitY
Curriculum Coverage
The following topics will be covered in the AI 101/Foundational AI Literacy course:
- Artificial Intelligence in general
- Technology behind AI
- Using AI to learn, create, think, and plan
- AI ethics and responsible use
- The future of Artificial Intelligence
Note: Short assessments are included to reinforce learning and ensure conceptual clarity
Where Can You Access the YUVA AI for All Course?
To ensure maximum accessibility, the course is hosted on multiple trusted digital platforms. Learners can enroll on any one platform. The course is available on the following platforms:
- iGOT Karmayogi (Integrated Government Online Training)
- DIKSHA
- Future Skills Prime (MeitY-NASSCOM)
- Intellipaat Academy
- Khan Academy
- Coursera and other platforms (to be on-boarded)
Who are the Partners for the All India AI Campaign?
The campaign will be implemented through collaboration with:
- Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (My Bharat, NYKS,NSS networks)
- Department of School Education & Literacy
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS)
- Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS)
- State Governments and State Education Departments
- Industry and EdTech partners
Objectives of the National AI Literacy Campaign
- Enable large-scale adoption and completion of the AI 101 course
- Mainstream AI literacy as a core life skill in day-to-day life
- Promote ethical, inclusive, and responsible AI understanding for all
- Strengthen Centre–State and inter-ministerial collaboration for the success of PM Viksit Bharat Mission
What Does the Government Expect from the National AI Literacy Campaign?
- Significant increase in Al awareness among students and youth across India
- Nationwide participation across regions and socio-economic groups
- A replicable model for large-scale digital literacy campaigns
- Foundation for long-term integration of Al literacy in education and skill development
Monitoring and Recognition of National AI Literacy Campaign
A centralised digital dashboard coordinated by the IndiaAI Mission, will track participation and course completion in real time. The dashboard will provide the following information:
- State-wise and district-wise completion data
- Zone-wise performance insights
- Gender and age-band analytics (where available)
- Population-normalised indicators (completions per 1000 population)
This data-driven approach will support transparency and post-campaign recognition of high-performing States and Districts all across India.
Final Word
The National AI Literacy Campaign marks a significant milestone in preparing India’s youth for an AI-driven future. By making AI education accessible, ethical, and inclusive, this initiative supports the broader vision of Viksit Bharat.
Source
Official Notice by CBSE, 09 January, 2026: click here to read.
Kindly note that any and all information is subject to change as per Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Education Ministry, and Government of India.
