CIET-NCERT Launches Six-Day Online Training on “Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Education”
The Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), a constituent unit of NCERT, has announced a six-day online training programme titled “Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Education.”
The institute will conduct the training from 16 to 24 February 2026 to help teachers integrate robotics and AI into classroom practices in line with NEP 2020 and NCF-SE 2023.
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CIET develops and promotes technology-enabled educational resources through national platforms such as DIKSHA and ePathshala. The institute strengthens digital learning by offering multilingual resources in audio, video, graphics, animation, and interactive formats.
Through this initiative, CIET aims to support competency-based and experiential learning in schools across the country.
Training Aligns with NEP 2020 and NCF-SE 2023 Vision
The programme focuses on hands-on and inquiry-driven learning. It encourages teachers to connect theoretical knowledge with real-world applications through robotics and artificial intelligence.
Robotics-based learning supports integrated STEM and STEAM education and helps students design, build, test, and refine solutions. Teachers will learn to guide students in developing creativity, collaboration, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills.
What Are the Key Details of the Programme?
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme Title | Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Education |
| Organiser | CIET, NCERT in collaboration with Robotex India |
| Dates | 16 to 24 February 2026 (Monday to Thursday schedule) |
| Time | 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
| Mode | Live Online |
| Broadcast Platforms | NCERT Official YouTube Channel and PM eVidya DTH TV |
| Target Participants | Teachers, Teacher Educators, Students, Stakeholders |
CIET will live-stream the sessions from the NCERT studio. Experts will deliver talks and demonstrations to help schools adopt robotics-based experiential learning. The institute will later compile the full series as a structured course on the DIKSHA portal to ensure wider access.
What Are the Objectives of the Training?
The training will equip teachers to design competency-based learning experiences using robotics, AI, IoT, and machine learning. It will strengthen their understanding of design thinking and computational thinking.
The training programme will also enable teachers to mentor students in coding, testing, and refining technology-based projects. CIET will ensure alignment with NEP 2020 and NCF-SE 2023 throughout the sessions.
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What Is the Day-Wise Schedule?
| Date & Day | Session Title | Resource Persons |
|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 (Monday) | Robotics and AI: Policy Perspective, Needs and Scope | Prof. Amarendra P Behera, Prof. Indu Kumar, Ms. Payal Rajpal |
| 17 Feb 2026 (Tuesday) | Robotics and AI: What Every Teacher Should Know | Ms. Payal Rajpal |
| 18 Feb 2026 (Wednesday) | From Chalk to Code: Why AI & Robotics Matter in School Education | Ms. Payal Rajpal |
| 19 Feb 2026 (Thursday) | Demystifying Artificial Intelligence: Concepts, Myths, and Realities | Ms. Simrat Sarkaria |
| 23 Feb 2026 (Monday) | Fundamentals of Robotics: Sensors, Actuators, and Controllers | Ms. Simrat Sarkaria |
| 24 Feb 2026 (Tuesday) | AI in Everyday Life: Classroom-Friendly Examples | Ms. Simrat Sarkaria |
How Can Participants Register and Access Sessions?
| Purpose | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Registration Form 1 | https://forms.gle/GbGN3MdCSEjK5tAq7 |
| Registration Form 2 | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbbfrp2CffPMQL2isktw_DtYASUEEQ3aTu_JgHUO5cqkmyJA/viewform |
| Live Sessions (YouTube) | http://youtube.com/ncertofficial |
| DIKSHA User Guidelines | https://ciet.ncert.gov.in/storage/app/public/files/17/Workshop_and_training_files/cyth/User_guidelines_for_DIKSHA_Portal.pdf |
| Feedback Form | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnFSAJicYUu3PfNjJxQuEwyYP1WljN3YM0TFqsHwNk6AUQHA/viewform |
Participants can also watch the live sessions on PM eVidya DTH channels #6–12, DD Free Dish Channel #128, DISH TV #950, Jio TV mobile app, Sundirect #793, TATA SKY #756, AIRTEL #440, and Videocon #477.
How Can Participants Earn a Certificate?
Participants who wish to receive a certificate must join the course on the DIKSHA portal after it launches. The course will remain open until 15 March 2026.
Participants must complete all session videos and attempt the final assessment. They can attempt the assessment three times. Those who score 70 percent or above will receive a certificate on their DIKSHA profile within 15–20 days.
Who Is Leading and Coordinating the Programme?
Prof. Amarendra P Behera and Prof. Indu Kumar serve as Programme Advisors. Dr. Praveen Bobby Binjha coordinates the programme and the course. The organising team includes academic and technical consultants from CIET, NCERT, New Delhi.
How Can Participants Seek Help?
Participants can send queries to diksha.training@ciet.nic.in or contact 8800440559 for assistance.
CIET has structured this programme to build teacher capacity and strengthen technology-enabled education. The initiative aims to support schools in adopting robotics and artificial intelligence in a practical, responsible, and curriculum-aligned manner.
