Nearly 29,800 of the 2.3 lakh learners enrolled in four Artificial Intelligence (AI) courses launched under the government’s Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) programme have been certified so far — about 13%, according to data shared by Union minister of state (independent charge) Jayant Chaudhary.
The certification rates under SOAR are consistent with global benchmarks for free, open-access digital learning platforms like Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) where completion rates typically range between 5 to 15%, said MSDE officials.
The SOAR programme includes four courses– AI to be Aware, AI to Aspire, AI to Acquire, AI for educators in phase 1, aimed at building foundational awareness and readiness in AI among learners, educators and citizens.
A course-wise analysis shows that ‘SOAR – AI to be Aware’ recorded the highest participation with 1,16,813 enrolments and 15,643 certifications, translating to a 13.4% certification rate.
The certificate, issued by MSDE under the Skill India Mission in collaboration with industry partners such as Microsoft and HCLTech, indicates that the learner has acquired foundational knowledge of AI concepts, applications and responsible use.
