Participation in “YUVA AI for All” Foundational Course (AI 101)

The rapid growth of technology has made Artificial Intelligence (AI) an important part of modern life. To prepare citizens for the digital future, the Government of India launched the “YUVA AI for All” Foundational Course (AI 101) under the National AI Literacy Campaign. This initiative aims to spread basic AI knowledge among students, youth, and the general public across the country.

The programme is led by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the IndiaAI Mission. Its main goal is to build awareness about AI, its real-world applications, and its impact on everyday life. The course is designed to help India become digitally empowered and ready for an AI-driven future.

The YUVA AI for All course is free, online, and self-paced, making it accessible to everyone. It takes around 4.5 hours to complete and does not require any technical background. The course explains what AI is, how it works, and how it is used in fields like education, work, and daily activities. It also teaches the importance of responsible and ethical use of AI.

Another important feature of this course is that it is available on multiple government and learning platforms such as iGOT Karmayogi, DIKSHA, and FutureSkills Prime. After successfully completing the course, learners receive an official Government of India certificate, which can help in academic and career growth.

This initiative aims to provide AI knowledge to millions of citizens and bridge the digital skills gap in India. It is specially useful for students and young learners who want to understand new technologies and prepare themselves for future job opportunities.

In conclusion, participation in the “YUVA AI for All” Foundational Course is a valuable opportunity for learners. By joining this programme, individuals can gain essential AI knowledge, improve digital skills, and contribute to building a technologically advanced nation.

                                                                                   Official Circular 

CBSE unser Government of India, through the India AI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has launched “YUVA AI for All”, a foundational Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy course aimed at building basic awareness and understanding of AI among students and youth across the country.

The course is free, inclusive, and accessible, and introduces learners to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and its real-world applications.

The initiative supports the national objective of democratising AI knowledge and preparing young learners for an AI-driven future.

The course is available on platforms such as iGOT Karmayogi, DIKSHA, FutureSkills Prime, and other leading edtech platforms. A Concept Note outlining the objectives and framework of the campaign is enclosed as Annexure.

You are requested to actively facilitate student participation in the National AI Literacy Campaign as part of their academic and co-curricular initiatives and may also organise awareness sessions, orientations, or learning activities related to AI literacy to complement the campaign. This initiative will play a significant role in mainstreaming AI awareness among school students and fostering responsible and informed engagement with emerging technologies.

For further details, schools may visit the relevant platforms hosting the course.

https://cbseacademic.nic.in/web_material/Circulars/2026/02_Circular_2026.pdf