Upskill for free: Access IIT-IIM courses on AI, management & more from home via govt portal

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): In today's competitive world, simply having a degree isn't enough to get a job. Many experts believe that certifications and short-term courses play a more important role in securing a job than degrees. Whether you're currently employed or looking for a new job, enhancing your skills has become crucial. Keeping this in mind, a dedicated portal from the Government of India has brought excellent opportunities for young people, allowing them to pursue top-level courses from the comfort of their homes, free of charge, and take their careers to new heights.

The syllabus has been prepared by professors from IIT and IIM

Through SWAYAM, the official portal of the Government of India, students can study online from class 9 to post-graduation. The platform's most distinctive feature is that the courses available here have been created by the country's best teachers and experts. Professors from prestigious institutions like IITs and IIMs have designed these courses. Over 1,000 specially selected teachers from across the country have created the content available here. Students not only get access to video lectures but also the ability to download notes. Additionally, tests are conducted for self-analysis.

Free education, but a nominal fee for the certificate

Most of the courses available on this portal are completely free, allowing even economically disadvantaged students to access high-quality education. However, if a student wants an official certificate after completing a course, which can be used for employment or admission, they must go through a process. This requires the student to sit for a proctored exam and pay a nominal fee. This fee typically ranges from a few hundred rupees to 1000 rupees, depending on the individual course.

Everything from AI to coding and management is available

Courses in every field are available on this portal, including a plethora of courses on Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students can study cutting-edge subjects like 'AI for Daily Productivity', 'AI in Accounting', 'Digital Marketing', 'HR Management', and 'Next-Gen Software Testing'. Courses like 3D Printing, Machine Learning, Academic Writing, Advanced C++, Computer Networks, and Management are also included. Interested candidates can visit the official website swayam.gov.in and select their preferred course through the 'All Courses' option and enroll after checking the application date.