IIT Madras Pravartak offers free online training for students, teachers; check details

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras Pravartak has launched free online training programmes for school students, teachers and educators. The initiative has been launched in partnership with BodhBridge Education. Interested candidates can apply for the live online classes through the official website at bodhbridge.iitmpravartak.org.in.The application process will remain open from November 2026 to January 2027. The programmes will cover different subjects, including emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, leadership development and classroom management.Students from classes 7 to 12 can take part in training programmes designed to introduce them to new technologies and help them develop practical skills. Teachers and educators will also receive training in areas related to teaching and student engagement.What will students learn?The programmes will cover several topics to help school students understand new technologies and develop skills beyond regular classroom learning.Students from classes 7 to 12 will receive training in the following areas:Artificial Intelligence (AI) fundamentalsElectric Vehicle (EV) and future mobilityFundamentals of entrepreneurshipDesign thinkingInnovationThe online classes will include live sessions, case studies and practical activities. These sessions will focus on building problem-solving, creativity, communication and innovation skills among students.The programmes aim to connect classroom learning with real-world applications and prepare students for changes in technology and industry.Training programmes for teachers and educatorsApart from school students, IIT Madras Pravartak will also offer training programmes for teachers and educators.The training will cover areas such as career counselling certification, leadership development for educators, classroom management and student engagement.The programmes are designed to help teachers improve their skills and make classroom learning more effective.Dhanalakshmi Sampath, manager of the Digital Skills Academy at IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation, said the programmes would help connect classroom education with industry requirements.She added that the initiative would provide students, teachers and institutions with practical tools in AI, financial literacy and entrepreneurship.Programme detailsThe training sessions will be conducted online through live classes. Experts from the IIT Madras alumni network, start-up ecosystem and industry will lead the programmes.Candidates will be able to attend the training programmes free of cost. However, an optional certification from IIT Madras Pravartak will also be available.The programmes will be organised in monthly batches from November 2026 to January 2027.According to the official information, more than 45,000 teachers have already benefited from IIT Madras Pravartak's free training programmes.How to applyStudents, teachers and educators interested in joining the programmes can follow these steps:Visit the official website at bodhbridge.iitmpravartak.org.in.Find the registration link for the free online training programmes.Select the relevant programme.Enter the required personal and other details.Complete the application process by following the instructions on the website.Submit the application and keep the confirmation details for future reference.Interested candidates are advised to visit the official website for further information about the available programmes, registration process and training schedule.Get the latest Education News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.