IIT Kharagpur Announces Free Deep Learning Program - Starting January 19
IIT Kharagpur , in partnership with SWAYAM, has opened registrations for a free online Deep Learning course designed for students eager to explore modern artificial intelligence. The program begins in January 2026, and applications can be submitted through the SWAYAM portal. The last date to register is January 26, 2026, and students may choose whether or not to sit for the final exam.
What the Course Covers
The course is led by Dr. Prabir Kr. Biswas and starts with fundamental Machine Learning concepts, including Bayesian Classification and Multilayer Perceptron. It then advances to popular Deep Learning models such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Autoencoders, giving learners a strong conceptual and practical base.
Skills That Matter Today
One of the key highlights of the course is its focus on applying Deep Learning to real-life challenges. Students will explore how AI is used in tasks like:
With AI growing rapidly in every industry, this free initiative offers students a valuable opportunity to learn directly from one of India’s premier institutions and gain future-ready skills.
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information and official announcements at the time of writing. Details such as course dates, eligibility, and registration requirements are subject to change by IIT Kharagpur or SWAYAM. Readers are advised to verify the latest updates directly from the official website before applying.
What the Course Covers
The course is led by Dr. Prabir Kr. Biswas and starts with fundamental Machine Learning concepts, including Bayesian Classification and Multilayer Perceptron. It then advances to popular Deep Learning models such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Autoencoders, giving learners a strong conceptual and practical base. Skills That Matter Today
One of the key highlights of the course is its focus on applying Deep Learning to real-life challenges. Students will explore how AI is used in tasks like:
- Detecting diseases from medical scans
- Identifying objects, animals, and people in images
- Powering voice assistants like Siri and Alexa
- Building smart chatbots
- Fraud detection using data and text patterns
- Predicting weather, traffic, and other trends
- Enabling autonomous systems such as drones, robots, and self-driving vehicles
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Who Can Apply
The course is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students across disciplines who want to build or strengthen their career in AI. The program runs for 12 weeks, from January 19, 2026, to April 17, 2026, offering structured learning without any course fee.With AI growing rapidly in every industry, this free initiative offers students a valuable opportunity to learn directly from one of India’s premier institutions and gain future-ready skills.
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information and official announcements at the time of writing. Details such as course dates, eligibility, and registration requirements are subject to change by IIT Kharagpur or SWAYAM. Readers are advised to verify the latest updates directly from the official website before applying.
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