Drive the
Future of Tech
Kickstart Your Future with the GDC AI Workforce!
The Global Developer Corps (GDC) AI Workforce is a growing community of skilled student developers working with industry experts to up-skills and develop innovative tools for national missions, contributing to nation-building efforts.
Launched by AICTE, this initiative aims to empower an additional one lakh students with the required coding skills and hands-on experience needed to drive the next wave of software industry advancements, aided by the transformative power of AI.
Ashesh Kumar
“The GDC AI Fellowship provided essential skills in cutting-edge technologies and invaluable industry mentorship, accelerating my tech career and securing a position at Microsoft.”
Shailesh Aanand
“The 6-month internship not only boosted my skills but also allowed me to contribute to DPG projects, providing a fulfilling career start with Google.“
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Achievements of
the GDC AI Workforce!
The GDC AI Workforce is a prestigious national program, aiming to empower one lakh students to acquire the required coding skills and practical experience needed to lead the next wave of industry advancements, aided by AI. As part of this journey, you'll tackle challenging problems that demand innovative solutions and collaborative teamwork.
Here's what our students have achieved since 2021.
GDC Batch 2021
GDC Batch of 2021 students played a crucial role in setting up COVID war-rooms with advanced oxygen management systems during the height of the pandemic, directly supporting government efforts.
GDC Batch of 2022 and 2023
GDC Batch of 2022 and 2023 developed TeleICU tooling for the 10BedICU project, addressing the critical shortage of healthcare professionals in district hospitals across rural and remote India. The ICU Grid is live in 9 states and continues to expand.
Join us and be part of these impactful achievements, driving meaningful change and innovation!
Welcome to the GDC Batch of 2024
Admissions are open ! Join this vibrant community and discover how to boost productivity with next-generation tools and applications in web/software development. Make a significant impact on society while shaping your future with advanced skills and experiences. Welcome aboard!
Be Part of Transformational Missions
Healthcare Grid with AI
Education Grid with AI
Water Grid with AI
Energy Grid with AI
Sports Grid with AI
Upcoming International Missions
Brazil
Nepal
Gambia
Kenya
Learn to Code with
Industry Standards
As part of the GDC AI Workforce, you shall have access to :
AICTE approved National Curriculum
Our curriculum, designed with industry experts, equips students with the essential skills to create and implement web interfaces for AI tools, integrate AI APIs, and develop applications that leverage AI capabilities. These competencies will be pivotal during the 6-month internship, where students will work on AI-enabled applications, further honing their AI expertise.
Support from your Seniors
Get guidance from seasoned professionals in the industry. Clear your doubts and learn from their real-world experiences.
Weekly Production Release
Get production release notes on live projects by GDC students every Monday to learn what's improved in the s oftware code from last week. This will boost your coding practices
GDC Tuesdays
Join the Open Health Care Network team every Tuesday at 7:30 PM, where senior GDC fellows showcase their latest features and receive valuable feedback. Engage and learn from these interactive online sessions.
What do I gain
by joining?
Joining the GDC AI Workforce Programme is your gateway to achieving a global standard of excellence in professional skills and experience. Quality education is not a race with one winner, it's about empowering you to excel and stand out on a global stage.
Advance Your Skills with
GDC AI Workforce
- Access a Professional Environment: Work alongside India's top developers who have designed and built population-scale Digital Public Goods that are saving human lives.
- 3-Month Coding Experience: Self-Directed Learning with AICTE-Approved Advanced Web Development Curriculum.
- Expert Feedback: Receive valuable insights from industry experts to elevate your skills.
- Internship Opportunities: Eligible course graduates are offered a 6-month remote and paid internship to work on population level projects which is live across 9 states in India.
- Impactful Work: Experience the satisfaction of making a significant societal impact through your work.
- Academic Credits: An option to convert your knowledge and skills into academic credits via ABC
- Network and Support: Join a community of like-minded individuals for ongoing support and career connections.
- Certification: Earn AICTE GDC National Fellowship Certificate upon completion of the curriculum and internship.
Mandatory
Program Guidelines
As a student in the GDC AI Workforce Programme, your enrolment is a privilege based on your interest. The following guidelines are non-negotiable and must be strictly adhered to.
- Adherence to Program Guidelines: Enrolment in the GDC AI Workforce Programme is a serious commitment. This program maintains rigorous standards, and only those who fully comply with the guidelines will be allowed to continue.
- Ethics and Academic Integrity: Upholding the highest standards of ethics and academic integrity is imperative. Any form of plagiarism or dishonest behaviour will result in your immediate dismissal from the program. We demand originality and integrity in all submitted work.
- Time Management: GDC program follows a strict deadline of 3 months to complete all the 3 courses. Time management is your responsibility. Balancing this program with other academic duties is essential, as no extensions will be granted under any circumstances.
- Regularity in Learning: Consistent participation is non-negotiable. Any student who fails to engage for two consecutive weeks will be immediately removed from the fellowship track. Regular engagement is crucial for your progress and success in this program.
These guidelines are designed to maintain the high standards of the GDC AI Workforce Programme. Your commitment and adherence to these rules are crucial for your success and continuation in the program.
Application Process
Application
Meet the minimum eligibility requirements? You're in!
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate (UG) or postgraduate (PG) program at an Indian higher education institute.
- Age range: 18-25 years old.
- Existing knowledge of web development is desirable, but not mandatory.
We welcome anyone with a strong interest and determination to learn web development.
Submit a fully completed application to get onboarded.
Onboarding
Students who complete the application process will receive an onboarding email with instructions on how to access the courses, along with program-specific guidelines.
Please check your email and follow the instructions to start your learning journey with GDC AI Workforce Program.
3 months of self-paced learning
Once onboarded, students can engage with the course material over LMS, pace your learning and access the Pupilfirst Discord community to clarify doubts and interact with peers and mentors.
During this phase, you will gain advanced web development skills, which will unlock your potential to work on AI tools during the internship phase.
Post-training assessment
After completing the WD 101, WD 201, and WD 301 courses, we'll assess your readiness for the internship. Excelling in the assessment unlocks the opportunity for a 6-month paid remote internship. We will provide you with information on the exciting internship opportunities over the Discord channel.
Remember, the faster you complete the courses, the sooner you gain access to the internship.
6-month paid remote internship
Students who qualify in the assessment will be offered internships to work on AI powered national projects along with government and industry partners.
Get ready to learn, grow, and launch your career with us—your journey starts here!
Fee
Free for 3 months*
*Support from our industry partners enables us to offer this program free of charge to students for the first three months, removing any financial barriers.
Students who are unable to finish for any reason within get an option to continue in the Pupilfirst's learning track as a part of AICTE's NEAT initiative, on a paid basis.
Timelines
Applications and admissions will be on a rolling basis.
Ongoing
Application Process:
Rolling basis, apply anytime.
Industry Internship Opportunities.
Make a Real-World Impact with
Digital Public Goods.*
Upon successfully completing our Full Stack curriculum, selected students who pass the post training assessment will be offered a 6-month remote internship to work on Digital Public Goods projects where students get hands-on experience working with AI tools. This is your chance to apply your skills to real-world problems, contribute to nation-building, and gain invaluable experience while building a professional network to advance your career.
*Digital Public Goods - According to the United Nations, digital public goods are open-source software that adhere to privacy and other applicable laws and best practices, do no harm, and help attain the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). CARE software developed and maintained by GDC students has been identified as a DIgital Public Good by UN (United Nations).
Earn Skill-Based Credits for Your Degree.
Upon completing the courses, you have the opportunity to convert your learning into 12 academic credits and internship credits as applicable. That would be deposited into your ABC account through our partner institution "TransDisciplinary University (TDU)" for a fee of ₹999 + GST or your home institution (applicable fees as per your home institution requirements).
Academic credits are optional. During the course, we will check your interest in receiving credits and collect the fee accordingly
Gain access to
internships &
full-time jobs.
Hear from students who have mastered their Web Development & AI skills through internships with the eGovernments Foundation during college and are now driving innovation full-time, building transformative healthcare solutions.
Get inducted to
our super-cool
alumni network.
Since 2016, 800+ of our graduates have launched their careers at leading startups and top corporations, turning their training into success stories.
The leadership
behind this effort.
In recognition of the significant societal impact of the GDC program, the AICTE, Government of India is expanding the Mission to create a workforce of 100,000 students o drive innovation and development across the nation.
Prof. T. G. Sitharam
Chairman, AICTE
Srikanth Nadhamuni
Founding CTO, Aadhaar
Pramod Varma
Chief Architect, Aadhaar & IndiaStack
Sridhar Vembu
ZOHO Corporation Member,
National Security Advisory Group
Sandeep Singhal
Venture Philanthropist Board Member,
ACT Grants
Narayan Ramaswamy
SGM ADNOC and Director General,
Bharat Tech Foundation
Dr. Leena Chandran Wadia
TransDisciplinary University Member,
Drafting Committee of National Educational Policy
Sanjay Vijayakumar
Co-founder, Pupilfirst