- The first program launched as part of the partnership is designed to develop industry-ready professionals across roles such as Data Scientists, AI Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Software Developers
Addressing the growing demand for professionals trained in applied Artificial Intelligence, IIT Roorkee, through its Continuing Education Centre (CEC), has partnered with Scaler, a tech education soonicorn, to launch an Advanced AI Engineering Program. The initiative aims to equip learners with hands-on skills in AI and machine learning, preparing them for high-impact roles in an increasingly technology-driven workforce.
LtoR – Piyush Pandey, Project Officer, ADCI Office – IIT Roorkee; Sonal Kumar: Superintendent, CEC – IIT Roorkee; Shivapratap Yadav, AGM, Sales, Online Business – Scaler; Amar Srivastava: Head of Online business, SVP Product – Scaler; Anshuman Singh, Co-founder – Scaler; Prof Kamal Kishore Pant, Director IIT Roorkee; Prof Pravendra Singh, Program Instructor & Assistant Professor, CSE Dept – IIT Roorkee; Prof Akshay Dwiwedi, Dean Sponsored Research & Industrial Consultancy – IIT Roorkee; Prof Kaushik Ghosh, Coordinator, CEC – IIT Roorkee; Prof Sai Ramudu Meka, Associate Dean (Corporate Interaction) – IIT Roorkee & Vishal Tiwari, Project Officer, ADCI office – IIT Roorkee.
Designed for both tech and non-tech professionals, it offers flexibility and real-world learning, with a curriculum curated in collaboration with industry experts and faculty from IIT Roorkee. The course comprises comprehensive modules that cover core concepts of machine learning and deep learning, with a strong emphasis on practical applications. The curriculum will cover the use of large language models (LLMS) for system design and developer productivity, featuring hands-on training with tools such as Cursor and Copilot. Additional modules include building AI agents using industry frameworks, evaluating generative AI applications, and working with LLMS across modalities such as text, image, audio, and video, integrating APIs like OpenAI and ChatCompletion for a comprehensive understanding of generative AI in action. Students will also be learning to apply AI in specific sectors and industries. For example, in the healthcare sector, learners will learn to utilise AI to build efficiencies through advancements in diagnosis, drug discovery, and patient care.
Delivered through a blend of live online classes and hands-on learning through real-world projects, the program also includes a two-day campus immersion at IIT Roorkee. As part of the campus immersion, learners will get access to the resources and facilities of IIT-R, including their state-of-the-art research lab. Learners will also have the opportunity to interact and engage with like-minded peers, as well as industry leaders on campus through networking events.
“Our partnership with Scaler represents a strategic step towards shaping the future of technical education by combining academic depth with industry-driven innovation,” said Professor Kaushik Ghosh, Coordinator, CEC, IIT Roorkee. “Through this collaboration, we aim to launch a series of programs that address emerging fields and equip learners with future-ready skills. The successful launch of the Advanced AI Engineering Program is just the beginning — and a strong example of the kind of impact we aspire to create together.”
Upon successful completion of the two-month program, participants will receive a joint certificate from the Continuing Education Centre at IIT Roorkee and Scaler. This certificate program not only adds credibility to their professional profile but also serves as formal recognition of their ability to work with advanced AI technologies. It can support career transitions into roles such as Data Scientist, AI Engineer, DevOps Engineer or Software Developer, and demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning in a rapidly evolving field.
Abhimanyu Saxena, co-founder of Scaler and InterviewBit, said, “Our partnership with IIT Roorkee reflects a shared commitment to building the next generation of tech talent by blending academic excellence with real-world industry readiness. This collaboration is not limited to a single program — it marks the beginning of a broader, strategic initiative to launch cutting-edge learning opportunities in high-growth technology domains.”
Scaler offers courses in Software Development, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, as well as a four-year residential undergraduate program and an 18-month master’s program. The curriculum is designed to be structured and practical, with one-on-one mentorship to support learners at every stage of their learning journey. These programs help individuals build the skills needed for roles such as full-stack developer, back-end engineer, data scientist, data analyst, and machine learning engineer.
