IIT Delhi announced on November 6, 2026 that its Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence will work with Walmart Global Tech on a four-year initiative valued at approximately ₹9 crore. The corporate partner is WM Global Technology Services India Private Limited.
According to the institute, approximately ₹2.3 crore is earmarked for the current financial year. The release does not confirm that either amount has been disbursed.
The programme covers research in artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science, alongside fellowships for student researchers. It also includes faculty development and teacher training intended to extend AI education beyond the campus.
IIT Delhi will run the initiative and periodically assess its progress.
Application details remain unannounced
The announcement gives no fellowship numbers, stipend amounts, eligibility criteria, training dates or application link. It is a programme announcement, rather than a call for applications.
Cover: conceptual illustration of education and research, created with AI for Makhana Mornings.
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