Roorkee: In a pioneering step towards reshaping the future of artificial intelligence education in India, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, in collaboration with Futurense Technologies, has officially launched the country’s first Cloud-Native and Agentic AI program. This initiative is poised to empower a new generation of AI professionals by focusing on two of the most transformative domains in technology today—cloud-native development and agentic artificial intelligence.
The program has been designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals who can work with advanced AI systems that operate autonomously and scale efficiently on cloud platforms. According to the institutions involved, the course structure emphasizes real-world applicability, industry integration, and hands-on experience in building AI agents capable of decision-making, task execution, and autonomous learning.
Cloud-native and agentic AI represent the next frontier in intelligent computing, combining scalable cloud infrastructure with AI agents that can perform complex tasks independently. By integrating these concepts into a single program, IIT Roorkee and Futurense are providing learners with a comprehensive foundation to address the latest challenges and opportunities in AI.
Dr. K.K. Pant, Director of IIT Roorkee, stated that this initiative aligns with the institute's mission to advance cutting-edge research and innovation in science and technology. "Our collaboration with Futurense brings together academic excellence and industry perspective to create a learning environment that is both rigorous and relevant," he said.
The program is open to both undergraduate students and working professionals, making it accessible to a wide audience across India. It will be delivered in a hybrid mode, combining online sessions, live workshops, project-based learning, and mentorship from experts in academia and the tech industry. Participants will also have access to cloud-based labs for real-time experimentation and prototyping.
Futurense Technologies, known for its focus on deep-tech upskilling, has partnered with IIT Roorkee to bring real-world experience and application-driven learning into the program. Company officials stated that this collaboration is intended to create a talent pipeline that is future-ready, particularly in domains such as intelligent automation, cloud engineering, and AI ethics.
One of the core components of the program is the focus on agentic AI systems—AI agents that can act independently, make decisions, and improve through feedback. These systems are at the heart of emerging technologies in sectors ranging from healthcare to finance and robotics.
Industry leaders and academic experts have welcomed the launch, calling it a timely and much-needed step to bridge the skills gap in AI and cloud technologies. By equipping learners with specialized training in both cloud-native and agentic AI, the program aims to contribute significantly to India’s digital transformation journey.
With this initiative, IIT Roorkee and Futurense have set a new benchmark in AI education, offering a forward-looking curriculum that blends academic rigor with hands-on industry experience. The program is expected to begin its first batch shortly, with applications already open for enrollment.
