The Delhi government has announced a sweeping new education initiative to integrate artificial intelligence into the school curriculum, marking one of the capital’s most ambitious technological learning reforms to date.

Under the programme — titled Delhi AI Grind — students from Class 6 onwards will undergo structured AI learning, with participation made mandatory for Classes 6 to 9 and Class 11.

According to guidelines issued by the Directorate of Education (DoE), the initiative targets learners aged 10 to 25 years, spanning school, university and technical education groups. The programme will be implemented across all education districts from December to March.

In an official circular dated December 3, the DoE described the initiative as a key pillar of the New Era of Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and Vision (NEEEV) — a framework aimed at preparing young learners for future industry shifts. “The initiative aims to increase artificial intelligence (AI)-related awareness and train students to solve real-world problems using AI,” the circular reads.

The programme will be conducted collaboratively by the Department of Education and the Department of Higher and Technical Education, alongside the ViSV Foundation. School Innovation Councils and specially appointed NEEEV teachers will serve as mentors throughout the initiative.

Delhi AI Grind will unfold in multiple phases, including orientation, school-level Mini Grinds, district evaluations and a final city-level showcase. KS Upadhyay, Additional Director of Education, has been designated as the nodal officer overseeing school-level execution.

A detailed roll-out schedule has been issued, requiring schools to register on the AI Grind portal and nominate five campus ambassadors by December 8. Internal evaluations will begin after school-level activities from December 15, leading to district and state-level selections.

As part of the curriculum, students will explore applications of AI in key civic and developmental areas — including smart mobility, climate change, sustainable energy, public safety, healthcare, education, and civic governance.

The programme’s structure is divided into three innovation tiers:

• School Innovators (ages 10–18) — forming 60% of the cohort, aimed at building curiosity and foundational design thinking.
• Higher Education Institutions (ages 18–25) — representing 39%, focused on prototype building, entrepreneurship and deep innovation.
• Open and Wildcard Innovators (1%) — a space reserved for independent learners, freelancers, and unconventional talent.

The government hopes the programme will not only build future-ready digital literacy in students, but also position Delhi as a leading hub for youth innovation in AI-driven fields.