Students will have access to Adobe’s creativity and productivity software, along with curriculum, training, and credentials, that will help them stand out after graduation.
The initiative is part of Adobe’s partnership with NASSCOM FutureSkills Prime, a digital skilling initiative under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
The announcement aligns with the Indian Government’s Create in India vision and the Union Budget 2026’s focus on creating jobs in the AVGC sector.
Adobe, in collaboration with the government, will provide its AI-first offer, as well as industry-endorsed curriculum, for free to the 15,000 schools and 500 colleges that will have Content Creator Labs. The offer is available to students through accredited higher education institutions, providing them with AI-powered tools to boost creativity and productivity.
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“Adobe is expanding the opportunity for creativity for millions of students across India, empowering them with AI skills,” said Shantanu Narayen, Chair and CEO, Adobe.
Adobe’s Firefly platform integrates top industry models, giving students choice and flexibility in generating content. Students can also enhance productivity and collaboration using Acrobat Pro’s editing and project tools.
Through a partnership between the Adobe Digital Academy and NASSCOM FutureSkills Prime, Adobe is providing these free, industry-recognised courses and certifications to Indian learners. This program aims to bridge the talent gap by training students in AI, creativity, and productivity tools, preparing them for high-growth careers in fields such as gaming, animation, marketing, and technology.
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At the summit, Adobe is presenting ‘Kathāvatār’, a collection of five AI-generated short films inspired by Indian folklore. Produced by a group of pioneering AI filmmakers, these films are debuting at the ministry’s AI Theatre to showcase local storytelling through advanced technology.
