India’s Edtech Sector Surges Ahead with AI-Driven Upskilling
🔹 96% of Indian professionals seek AI skills
🔹 AI courses dominate edtech platforms
🔹 AI-powered learning transforms student experiences
The Indian edtech industry is witnessing a remarkable boom in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven upskilling, as professionals and students alike embrace the transformative power of AI. A recent 2025 Global Workplace Skills Study highlights that India leads globally in AI adoption, with 96% of professionals eager to upskill and prepare for an AI-driven future.
AI Adoption in Education: A Growing Trend
AI is not just a subject of interest for working professionals but also for students in the K-12 segment. BrightCHAMPS, an edtech platform catering to young learners, found that 58% of students worldwide are already integrating AI into their studies, and 36% use AI for homework assistance.
Ravi Bhushan, CEO of BrightCHAMPS, stated that AI is among the most in-demand courses. “We launched a Gen AI course for kids, and in the US, every fourth student is enrolling in AI courses. India is catching up fast, with parents showing even more curiosity than their US counterparts.”
This AI-powered learning trend is reflected across other edtech leaders as well:
✅ Emeritus has introduced 20+ AI and machine learning courses, with AI ranking among its top five online certificate programs. AI enrolments tripled in 2024 compared to 2023, with 75% of participants being experienced professionals from IT, engineering, and consulting.
✅ Simplilearn sees 30-40% of its global revenue coming from AI courses, indicating strong demand across both technical and managerial professionals. “AI is no longer just for engineers; business leaders and managers are also upskilling to integrate AI into their strategies,” said Krishna Kumar, CEO of Simplilearn.
✅ Imarticus Learning reported that 20% of its course portfolio focuses on emerging technologies, including AI. One of its Gen AI courses, aimed at executives, ranks among its top five offerings.
Edtech Platforms Leverage AI for Better Learning
Beyond offering AI courses, edtech platforms are harnessing AI to enhance student learning experiences.
📌 PhysicsWallah (PW) is leading the way with AI-powered content translation under its Project Bharat initiative, ensuring regional language accessibility. It also introduced AI-driven tools like Prep Meter, an advanced performance tracker, and PW Books, a digital version of NCERT textbooks.
With AI reshaping learning and careers, India’s edtech sector is at the forefront of this transformation, empowering students and professionals with future-ready skills. 🚀
