IBM Commits to Skill 5 Million Learners in India in AI, Cybersecurity and Quantum Computing by 2030

New Delhi, India: IBM has announced a major long-term commitment to skill 5 million learners across India by 2030 in high-demand technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and Quantum Computing. The initiative will be delivered through IBM SkillsBuild, the company’s global digital learning platform, and aims to create a future-ready and inclusive workforce.

The announcement reinforces IBM’s mission to democratize access to advanced digital skills, improve employability, and prepare students and adult learners for the evolving demands of the global technology economy.

Expanding AI and Emerging Technology Education Across India

As part of the initiative, IBM will significantly expand AI and emerging technology education across schools, universities, vocational institutions, and skilling ecosystems in India. The program will focus on both learners and educators, ensuring scalable and sustainable impact.

IBM will collaborate with key national institutions such as the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)to:

• Develop hands-on AI learning pathways
• Enable faculty training and certification
• Support curriculum integration
• Organise hackathons, internships, and experiential learning programmes

IBM Leadership Highlights India’s Role in the AI and Quantum Era

Commenting on the announcement, Arvind Krishna, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of IBM, said:
“India possesses the talent and ambition to lead the world in AI and Quantum. Fluency in frontier technologies will define economic competitiveness, scientific progress and societal transformation. Our commitment to skill five million people is an investment in that future. By democratizing access to advanced skills, we are enabling youth and students to build, innovate and accelerate India’s growth.”

Strengthening School-Level AI Readiness

IBM is also deepening its focus on school-level AI education, working closely with education stakeholders to co-develop AI curricula for senior secondary students. Supporting resources include:

• AI Project Cookbook
• Teacher Handbooks
• AI explainer modules

These initiatives are designed to introduce computational thinking and responsible AI principles early, while empowering teachers to deliver AI education confidently and at scale.

IBM SkillsBuild: Powering Inclusive Digital Learning

At the heart of the initiative is IBM SkillsBuild, one of the world’s most accessible digital learning ecosystems. The platform offers over 1,000 free courses spanning:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Cybersecurity
• Quantum Computing
• Cloud and Data
• Sustainability
• Workplace and professional skills

With more than 16 million learners globally, IBM SkillsBuild plays a central role in IBM’s broader goal to train 30 million people worldwide by 2030, with India positioned as a key accelerator of this global ambition.