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India launches 15,000 AI scholarships for media and creative industry professionals
India's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is offering 15,000 AI scholarships for media, animation, gaming, and digital storytelling professionals. The program covers generative AI basics and hands-on creative production work across two phases.
India launches 15,000 AI scholarships for creative professionals
India's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has opened enrollment for 15,000 scholarships targeting media, entertainment, animation, gaming and digital storytelling professionals. The program trains participants in generative AI and its application to creative work.
The two-phase model starts with 33 hours of online instruction covering generative AI fundamentals, prompting techniques and responsible AI practices. Participants who complete the foundation stage move to hands-on project work in storytelling, creative production and content development.
The second phase emphasizes practical application across the full content lifecycle-from initial concept through production to distribution. Training incorporates industry methods for improving content reach and audience engagement.
Who this targets
The initiative addresses a documented shortage of professionals who can integrate AI into creative workflows. Officials framed it as a response to growing demand for these skills across India's media and digital sectors.
What participants learn
- Generative AI fundamentals and practical prompting
- Responsible AI practices in creative contexts
- Project-based application of AI tools in content creation
- Methods for audience engagement and content distribution
For creatives looking to build AI skills, consider exploring AI for Creatives or Generative AI and LLM Courses to understand what structured training in this area involves.