Mumbai, April 27, 2026 :
As artificial intelligence evolves beyond predictive models into intelligent
systems that can act autonomously, Agentic AI is redefining how technology
interacts with real-world complexity. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs
Report 2025 highlights that roles involving decision-making and
problem-solving, including AI development and data science, are among the most
in-demand and fast-evolving skills globally. Addressing this emerging
opportunity, IITM Pravartak, (Technology innovation hub of IIT Madras), funded
by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, in
collaboration with Emeritus, announces the launch of the Professional Certificate Programme in Agentic AI and Applications.

Designed for AI
professionals, product innovators, and domain specialists, the five-month
programme enables learners to build intelligent, goal-oriented AI agents using
state-of-the-art tools and frameworks. These include LangChain, CrewAI,
Flowise, OpenAI, FAISS, and others, allowing professionals to move beyond
prompt-based interactions and deploy autonomous systems capable of memory,
planning, and reasoning.

The programme is ideal
for data scientists, ML engineers, developers, product managers, automation
leads, consultants, and domain experts who want to integrate AI agents into
real-world operations. Whether designing low-code/no-code AI assistants or
orchestrating complex agent workflows, the curriculum provides the practical
knowledge and hands-on experience needed to apply Agentic AI across functions
and industries.

Speaking on the launch,
Prof. Madhusudhanan Baskaran, Programme Director, IITM Pravartak, said,
“Agentic AI marks a critical shift in how machines understand, act, and
deliver outcomes across enterprise ecosystems. This programme is designed to
help professionals build next-generation intelligent systems with real-world
applications.”

Avnish Singhal,
Executive Vice President, Head India & APAC, Emeritus, added,
“We are witnessing a major pivot in AI from chat-based LLMs towards
highly intelligent agentic systems that perform complex functions. Through this
collaboration with IITM Pravartak, we aim to empower professionals to lead in
this shift, armed with advanced skills and real-world application.”

The Professional
Certificate Programme in Agentic AI and Applications offers a career-relevant,
application-focused curriculum that blends rigorous instruction with hands-on
practice. Participants will learn to build functional AI agents using LangChain
and Flowise, develop RAG pipelines, and embed memory and planning capabilities
within intelligent systems. The programme also covers agent orchestration and
deployment in real-world business contexts.

Reinforcing these
learnings are over 20 graded coding assignments designed to strengthen core
technical competencies. Learners will also undertake a Capstone Project,
allowing them to design and deploy an end-to-end agent system reflective of
industry needs. With a structured format of live online sessions and self-paced
learning, the programme supports full-time professionals with minimal work
disruption. Participants will also receive career support including resume
reviews, IIMJobs Pro membership, and networking access.

The programme also
includes three industry-recognised IBM certifications (AI Agent Building,
Generative AI for Business, Responsible AI) and live masterclasses by IIT
Madras lead faculty. A two-day optional campus immersion at the IITM Research
Park enhances peer engagement and applied learning.

With a structured
format of live online sessions and self-paced learning, the programme supports
full-time professionals with minimal work disruption. Participants will also
receive career support including resume reviews, IIMJobs Pro membership, and
networking access.

Through
this programme, participants will be able to:

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Master AI agent design using LangChain,
CrewAI, and OpenAI APIs

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Deploy memory-enabled agents with advanced
orchestration techniques

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Apply AI in product development, workflow
automation, and digital innovation

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Receive IBM and IITM Pravartak credentials to
boost professional credibility

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Build a personalised portfolio through
capstone and project-based learning

Programme
Details:

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Start Date: May 14^th 2026

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Duration: 5 months

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Format: Live online sessions + optional 2-day
campus immersion

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Eligibility: Any graduate (10+2+3) with basic
knowledge of programming/math

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Fee: INR 1,25,000 + GST

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Certification: Upon successful completion of
the programme, participants will receive three IBM completion certificates as
well as a certificate from IITM Pravartak

For more details, visit
the programme page here.