Presents · Season 01Welcome to
INDIA AI MASTERS 2026
A national programme for Classes 6–12 to learn AI, build a real project and earn recognition — structured, mentored and finale-ready.
Nurturing India's next generation of AI innovators.
India AI Masters is a structured, mentored programme built for school students who want to move from curiosity about AI to building something real. Assess where you stand, learn from India's best, ship a real project — and get recognised on a national stage.
- Live + self-paced
- Ages 11–18
- Solo or teams of 2–4
- Every board, every state
A programme, not a course.
Everything a young AI innovator actually needs — put together, in order, with people who care.
A clear four-stage path — no guesswork, no random tutorials.
Live sessions with India's top AI educators and coaches.
You build a real AI project, not just watch videos.
ET Education participation & achievement certificates.
Weekend-friendly cadence designed around school life.
Top projects amplified across the ET editorial network.
One pass. The whole journey.
A single all-inclusive pass gives every student access to live classes, self-paced modules, the project kit and a shot at the national finale.
- 4 live AI masterclasses
- Self-paced learning modules
- Project submission kit
- AI-assisted shortlisting
- Participation certificate
- Access to the finale showcase
Four stages. One movement.
From curiosity to national stage — a clear arc every student can follow.
Discover your AI readiness with a short skills snapshot.
Live masterclasses and self-paced modules for Classes 6–12.
Ship a real AI project with a guided submission kit.
Get shortlisted, present live and earn national recognition.
One of India's leading AI educators.
Which problem would you like to solve?
Pick a theme — or bring your own. Every project uses AI to make real life better for real people.
Everything you need to ship.
A ready-to-use kit that walks every student through what to build, how to package it and how to present it.
- Problem statementWhat you're solving and who it's for.
- Presentation deckYour idea, approach and AI usage.
- 3-minute video pitchYou, on camera, telling your story.
- Prototype (optional)A working demo if you have one.
National stage. Lifelong recognition.
Shortlisted finalists present LIVE to the Grand Jury — leaders from AI, startups, universities, government and school education.
- AI-assisted shortlisting from all submissions
- Coaching to help finalists present with confidence
- LIVE Grand Jury with industry leaders
- Winners announced across categories
Premium rewards worth chasing.
Recognition that opens doors — cash, credentials and exposure.
National prize pool across categories.
Top ideas amplified across the ET network.
Verifiable ET Education credential.
Learning credits, tool subscriptions, more.
Built with an ecosystem of partners.
Indicative institutional ecosystem — active conversations in progress.
Frequently asked.
Who can join India AI Masters?+
Any student from Classes 6 to 12 in India — solo or in teams of up to 4.
Do we need coding skills?+
No. The masterclasses teach what you need — creativity and problem-solving matter as much as code.
What does ₹999 cover?+
Live classes, self-paced modules, project kit, participation certificate and finale eligibility.
How is it different from AI for Impact?+
AI for Impact is a themed innovation challenge for social problems. AI Masters is a broader learning + certification programme that builds core AI mastery.
Can schools enrol in bulk?+
Yes — school passes come with a coordinator dashboard and cohort tracking.
Ready to become an India AI Master?
Registrations for Season 01 are open. Get your pass, join the masterclasses and start building.