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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
OpenAI Academy & NxtWave (NIAT) launch India's largest GenAI lnnovation challenge for students– The OpenAI Academy X NxtWave Buildathon
OpenAI Academy & NxtWave (NIAT) launch India's largest GenAI lnnovation challenge for students– The OpenAI Academy X NxtWave Buildathon OpenAI Academy and NxtWave (NIAT) have come together to launch the OpenAI Academy X NxtWave Buildathon , the largest GenAI innovation challenge aimed at empowering students from Tier 1, 2, and 3 STEM colleges across India. This initiative invites the country's brightest student innovators to develop AI-powered solutions addressing pressing issues across key sectors, including healthcare, education, BFSI, retail, sustainability, agriculture, and more under the themes ' AI for Everyday India, AI for Bharat's Businesses, and AI for Societal Good. ' A hybrid challenge driving real-world AI innovation The Buildathon will be conducted in a hybrid format, combining online workshops and activities with regional offline finals, culminating in a grand finale where the best teams pitch live to expert judges from OpenAI India. The participants will first complete a 6-hour online workshop focused on GenAI fundamentals, intro to building agents, OpenAI API usage training, and responsible AI development best practices . This foundational sprint ensures all participants are well-prepared to develop innovative and impactful AI solutions using OpenAI's cutting-edge technologies. The Buildathon unfolds over three competitive stages: Stage 1: Screening Round — Post-workshop, teams submit problem statements, project ideas, and execution plans online. A panel of mentors reviews submissions to shortlist the most promising entries. Stage 2: Regional Finals — Shortlisted teams participate in an intensive 48-hour offline Buildathon held across 25–30 STEM colleges, with hands-on mentor support. Regional winners are announced following this stage. Stage 3: Grand Finale — The top 10–15 teams from regional finals compete in the Grand Finale, pitching their solutions live to expert judges. Build with the best tools in AI Participants will have access to the latest in AI innovation, including GPT-4.1, GPT-4o, GPT-4o Audio, and GPT-4o Realtime models , supporting multimodal inputs like text, image, and audio. Additionally, tools like LangChain, vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate), MCPs, and the OpenAI Agents SDK . These tools will empower students to build high-impact, multimodal, action-oriented GenAI applications. Hands-on mentorship and structured support will guide participants throughout the process. Widespread reach, diverse participation The Buildathon aims to empower 25,000+ students across seven states — Telangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Delhi NCR. The Grand Finale will be hosted in Hyderabad or Delhi. With coverage across all major zones of India, the event ensures nationwide representation and diversity. Evaluation criteria across all stages The participants will be evaluated in three stages. In the Screening Round , mentors will assess submissions based on problem relevance, idea feasibility, and the proposed use of OpenAI APIs . During the Regional Finals , on-ground judges will evaluate the prototypes for innovation, depth of OpenAI API integration, societal impact, and business viability . Finally, in the Grand Finale , an expert panel will judge the top teams using the same criteria, with greater weightage given to execution quality and the effectiveness of live pitching . Exciting rewards & career-boosting opportunities Participants in the Buildathon will gain access to a wide range of exclusive benefits designed to boost their skills, visibility, and career prospects. All selected teams will receive hands-on training along with mentorship from leading AI experts across the country. Top-performing teams will earn certificates, GPT+ credits for prototyping, and national-level recognition . They'll also gain a rare opportunity to pitch directly to the OpenAI Academy's India team during the Grand Finale. Winners will receive prize money worth Rs 10,00,000 in total along with Career opportunities in the OpenAI ecosystem. A nation-wide movement for GenAI talent Driven by NxtWave ( NIAT ), the Buildathon aligns with India's mission to skill its youth in future technologies. With OpenAI Academy bringing in expert guidance, branding, and cutting-edge tools, this initiative is poised to become a defining moment in India's AI journey, along with offering students across the country a real chance to build and shine on a national stage. This landmark initiative aims to position OpenAI Academy at the forefront of India's AI talent development, activating over 25,000 students across 500+ campuses and generating more than 2,000 AI projects tackling real-world challenges. Through collaborative efforts, OpenAI Academy and NxtWave seek to foster a vibrant community of AI builders ready to drive innovation and impact across India. By enabling thousands of OpenAI-powered projects, the OpenAI Academy x NxtWave Buildathon sets the stage for a new wave of AI builders ready to innovate for India and beyond. Disclaimer - The above content is non-editorial, and TIL hereby disclaims any and all warranties, expressed or implied, relating to it, and does not guarantee, vouch for or necessarily endorse any of the content.
Hans India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
OpenAI Academy Set to Launch in India Under MoU with IndiaAI Mission
In a landmark move to strengthen AI education and innovation in India, OpenAI has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian government's IndiaAI Mission to launch the OpenAI Academy—marking its first international rollout. As part of this collaboration, OpenAI and IndiaAI will jointly deliver curated artificial intelligence (AI) training content via the OpenAI Academy and the IndiaAI FutureSkills portal. These offerings will be accessible to a wide audience, including public sector professionals, in multiple languages—English, Hindi, and four regional languages—ensuring inclusivity in skill-building. Jason Kwon, Chief Strategy Officer at OpenAI, emphasized India's key role in the global AI landscape, stating, 'With the second-largest number of ChatGPT users, India ranks among the top countries actively building AI technologies.' Speaking at the launch event, Abhishek Singh, CEO of IndiaAI Mission, identified one of India's critical hurdles in AI development: access to computing power. 'This has been addressed by providing around 34,000 GPUs at affordable rates—less than a dollar per GPU hour—significantly lower than global prices,' he said. In addition to computational resources, Singh also spotlighted the AI Kosh platform, which offers a rich repository of datasets across sectors, along with essential tools, AI models, and a sandbox environment to encourage innovation. Through a virtual message, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw described the initiative as a milestone for the country. 'This partnership is a significant step towards advancing our shared goal of democratizing access to knowledge and technology,' he said. This launch follows Kwon's global tour to engage with international policymakers on responsible AI deployment and governance. The academy initiative in India is aligned with OpenAI's broader commitment to make AI education globally accessible and responsible. In a move reflecting its growing investment in the Indian market, OpenAI last month introduced local data residency for Indian users. This ensures that data from ChatGPT Enterprise, ChatGPT Edu, and the OpenAI API platform will now be stored within the country, addressing key regulatory and privacy concerns. Further expanding its impact, OpenAI also announced the extension of its AI for Impact Accelerator Program to India. As part of this phase, 11 nonprofit organizations in the country have been selected to receive API credits and technical grants totaling $150,000. This initiative is backed by philanthropic partners including The Agency Fund, Tech4Dev, and These selected nonprofits will gain access to hands-on technical mentorship, cohort-based learning programs, and early access to OpenAI tools—empowering them to develop AI-driven solutions for social challenges. By combining educational outreach, infrastructure support, and social impact investment, OpenAI's partnership with IndiaAI is poised to significantly boost India's AI capabilities, while also ensuring that AI development remains inclusive, ethical, and transformative.
Business Standard
6 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
OpenAI Academy & NxtWave (NIAT) Launch India's Largest GenAI Innovation Challenge for Students
BusinessWire India New Delhi [India], June 6: OpenAI Academy and NxtWave (NIAT) have come together to launch the OpenAI Academy X NxtWave Buildathon, the largest GenAI innovation challenge aimed at empowering students from Tier 1, 2, and 3 STEM colleges across India. This landmark initiative invites the country's brightest student innovators to develop AI-powered solutions addressing pressing issues across key sectors, including healthcare, education, BFSI, retail, sustainability, and agriculture, and more under the themes "AI for Everyday India, AI for Bharat's Businesses, and AI for Societal Good." A Hybrid Challenge Driving Real-World AI Innovation The Buildathon will be conducted in a hybrid format, combining online workshops and activities with regional offline finals, culminating in a grand finale where the best teams pitch live to expert judges from OpenAI India. The participants will first complete a 6-hour online workshop focused on GenAI fundamentals, intro to building agents, OpenAI API usage training, and responsible AI development best practices. This foundational sprint ensures all participants are well-prepared to develop innovative and impactful AI solutions using OpenAI's cutting-edge technologies. The Buildathon unfolds over three competitive stages: * Stage 1: Screening Round -- Post-workshop, teams submit problem statements, project ideas, and execution plans online. A panel of mentors reviews submissions to shortlist the most promising entries. * Stage 2: Regional Finals -- Shortlisted teams participate in an intensive 48-hour offline Buildathon held across 25-30 STEM colleges, with hands-on mentor support. Regional winners are announced following this stage. * Stage 3: Grand Finale -- The top 10-15 teams from regional finals compete in the Grand Finale, pitching their solutions live to expert judges. Build with the Best Tools in AI Participants will have access to the latest in AI innovation, including GPT-4.1, GPT-4o, GPT-4o Audio, and GPT-4o Realtime models, supporting multimodal inputs like text, image, and audio. Additionally, tools like LangChain, vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate), MCPs, and the OpenAI Agents SDK. These tools will empower students to build high-impact, multimodal, action-oriented GenAI applications. Hands-on mentorship and structured support will guide participants throughout the process. Widespread Reach, Diverse Participation The Buildathon aims to empower 25,000+ students across seven states -- Telangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Delhi NCR. The Grand Finale will be hosted in Hyderabad or Delhi. With coverage across all major zones of India, the event ensures nationwide representation and diversity. Evaluation Criteria Across All Stages The participants will be evaluated in three stages. In the Screening Round, mentors will assess submissions based on problem relevance, idea feasibility, and the proposed use of OpenAI APIs. During the Regional Finals, on-ground judges will evaluate the prototypes for innovation, depth of OpenAI API integration, societal impact, and business viability. Finally, in the Grand Finale, an expert panel will judge the top teams using the same criteria, with greater weightage given to execution quality and the effectiveness of live pitching. Exciting Rewards & Career-Boosting Opportunities Participants in the Buildathon will gain access to a wide range of exclusive benefits designed to boost their skills, visibility, and career prospects. All selected teams will receive hands-on training along with mentorship from leading AI experts across the country. Top-performing teams will earn certificates, GPT+ credits for prototyping, and national-level recognition. They'll also gain a rare opportunity to pitch directly to the OpenAI Academy's India team during the Grand Finale. Winners will receive prize money worth Rs10,00,000 in total along with Career opportunities in the OpenAI ecosystem. A National Movement for GenAI Talent Driven by NxtWave (NIAT), the Buildathon aligns with India's mission to skill its youth in future technologies. With OpenAI Academy bringing in expert guidance, branding, and cutting-edge tools, this initiative is poised to become a defining moment in India's AI journey along with offering students across the country a real chance to build and shine on a national stage. This landmark initiative aims to position OpenAI Academy at the forefront of India's AI talent development, activating over 25,000 students across 500+ campuses and generating more than 2,000 AI projects tackling real-world challenges. Through collaborative efforts, OpenAI Academy and NxtWave seek to foster a vibrant community of AI builders ready to drive innovation and impact across India. By enabling thousands of OpenAI-powered projects, the OpenAI Academy x NxtWave Buildathon sets the stage for a new wave of AI builders ready to innovate for India and beyond. NIAT website -
The Wire
7 hours ago
- Business
- The Wire
OpenAI Academy & NxtWave (NIAT) Launch India's Largest GenAI Innovation Challenge for Students
The OpenAI Academy X NxtWave Buildathon New Delhi, Delhi, India – Business Wire India OpenAI Academy and NxtWave (NIAT) have come together to launch the OpenAI Academy X NxtWave Buildathon, the largest GenAI innovation challenge aimed at empowering students from Tier 1, 2, and 3 STEM colleges across India. This landmark initiative invites the country's … Continue reading "OpenAI Academy & NxtWave (NIAT) Launch India's Largest GenAI Innovation Challenge for Students"
Mint
20 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
OpenAI signs MoU with IndiaAI Mission to launch OpenAI Academy in India
New Delhi: OpenAI has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the government's IndiaAI Mission to launch the OpenAI Academy in India. As part of the agreement, the partnership will deliver artificial intelligence (AI) training content through both the OpenAI Academy and the IndiaAI FutureSkills portal. It also includes public sector training programmes available in English, Hindi and four regional languages. This marks the platform's first international rollout. With the second-largest number of ChatGPT users, India ranks among the top countries actively building AI technologies, said Jason Kwon, chief strategy officer at OpenAI. You may be interested in Speaking at the event, Abhishek Singh, chief executive officer (CEO) of the IndiaAI Mission, acknowledged that one major challenge in advancing AI development in India has been access to computing power. However, he noted that this has been addressed by 'providing around 34,000 GPUs (graphics processing units) at affordable rates—less than a dollar per GPU hour—significantly lower than global prices.' Regarding datasets, Singh highlighted that the AI Kosh platform offers comprehensive datasets across various domains, along with tools, models, and 'a sandbox environment to help innovators experiment and build AI solutions.' Through a virtual note, Ashwini Vaishnaw, minister for information and broadcasting and electronics and information technology, said that this partnership 'is a significant step towards advancing our shared goal of democratizing access to knowledge and technology.' The launch follows Kwon's global tour of engaging with policymakers on AI regulation and deployment. Last month, OpenAI also introduced data residency for Indian users, ensuring that data from ChatGPT Enterprise, ChatGPT Edu and the OpenAI API platform is now stored locally within India. This week, Open AI also extended its global AI for Impact Accelerator Program to India, marking the next phase of its initiative under the OpenAI Academy umbrella. As part of this expansion, 11 selected nonprofit organizations in India will receive a new round of API credits, bringing the total value of the technical grants to $150,000. This effort is in collaboration with philanthropic partners such as The Agency Fund, Tech4Dev and The programme offers nonprofits hands-on technical assistance, structured cohort-based learning and early access to OpenAI tools to help them implement AI-driven solutions for social impact.
