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Nasscom Foundation and IBM to train 87000 underserved youth in future ready digital skills
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Published on 24 April 2026
Free training across AI, cloud and security for 87000 youth
Nasscom Foundation has partnered with IBM to upskill more than 87,000 marginalised youth nationwide through the IBM SkillsBuild programme. The initiative offers free, future-ready training in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics and professional skills, with mentorship and hands-on learning to help participants gain real workplace readiness.
- IBM SkillsBuild will train 87000 underserved youth across India
- Free modules cover AI, cybersecurity, cloud and data analytics
- Mentorship and hands-on learning are built into the programme
- Focus is on professional skills alongside technical upskilling
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