The initiative, announced by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, will be implemented in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and with support from industry partners such as Google and YouTube, according to an official statement.
The program aims to equip participants with skills in areas such as animation, visual effects, gaming, and digital content creation, where the use of AI is rapidly expanding. It is designed to close the skills gap within the industry and prepare the workforce for evolving industry requirements.
“In collaboration with Google and YouTube, IICT designed a curriculum that integrates advanced AI tools, creative workflows, and platform-level best practices to ensure participants are equipped with production-ready industry-relevant skills right from the start,” the ministry said in a statement.
It added that the scholarship will provide access to specialized training modules, tools and mentorship, allowing candidates to gain practical experience in AI-powered creative processes. The focus is on fostering innovation and improving employability in sectors increasingly shaped by technology.
The ministry said the initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen India’s “rapidly evolving” media and entertainment ecosystem. The program is expected to support the growth of the digital economy by creating a pool of skilled professionals, it added.
