Quick answer: IndiaAI Mission Fellowship: ₹15K–₹25K/month stipend for 8,000 B.Tech/B.Sc AI/CS/Data Science undergraduates. Direct application via institution nomination + portfolio review. No exam. Core AI role for students specializing in AI/ML.
The IndiaAI Mission, under India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is launching a landmark undergraduate fellowship program in AI and Machine Learning across India. As an AI Trainer / Tutor / Annotator fellow, you'll contribute directly to building India's AI workforce while earning a monthly stipend during your academic year. This is a unique opportunity for students in multiple cities to gain hands-on experience in one of India's most strategic technology initiatives.
This fellowship is designed for freshers and current undergraduate students pursuing B.Tech or B.Sc degrees at recognised Indian institutions, with specialization in AI, Computer Science, or Data Science. You should have—or be ready to quickly learn—AI fundamentals, Python, and basic Machine Learning concepts. No entrance exam is required; selection happens through your institution's nomination and a portfolio review process, making this accessible for motivated freshers across India.
The fellowship offers ₹15,000–₹25,000 per month during the academic year, which is competitive for AI Trainer / Tutor / Annotator roles for freshers in India. For context, entry-level AI engineer and AI training salaries in India typically start around ₹12,000–₹20,000/month for freshers; this fellowship sits at the higher end, recognizing the strategic importance of the IndiaAI Mission.
This fellowship uses a referral-nomination model: your institution nominates eligible candidates, and you'll undergo a portfolio review—no competitive entrance exam. The application deadline is 30 July 2026, so if you're an eligible undergraduate, check with your institution's AI/CS department about nomination procedures soon. Direct application without exams means you can focus on showcasing your AI fundamentals and Python skills rather than test prep.
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