The APSCHE's Vidya Vahini platform offers free courses in artificial intelligence and quantum technology, with four academic credits available for each course.
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has launched Vidya Vahini, a free online learning platform offering courses in artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technology. The initiative is part of the state government's efforts to introduce AI literacy to more than 11 lakh higher education students.
Launched on November 11, 2026, coinciding with National Education Day, the platform combines a Learning Management System (LMS) with Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). It is designed to provide students, faculty members and content creators with access to digital learning resources and specialised technology courses.
The virtual launch was held at the APSCHE Conference Hall, with the initiative aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasises technology-enabled education and skill development.
Vidya Vahini initially offers two courses, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Technology. The first introduces learners to fundamental AI concepts, while the second focuses on practical applications of AI and developments in quantum technology.
Each course carries four academic credits and comprises 40 modules structured around a six-quadrant learning format. The courses are intended to provide students with foundational knowledge of emerging technologies and their applications across different sectors.
Registration is free for learners and content creators. The platform supports the online learning process, including course development, student enrolment, assessments and academic credit tracking.
It also includes peer-review and quality assurance mechanisms, discussion forums and automated evaluation facilities. These features are designed to allow students to access educational materials, interact with other learners and monitor their academic progress.
The initiative forms part of Andhra Pradesh's broader efforts to expand AI education across higher education institutions and improve access to technology-focused learning.
Beyond student participation, Vidya Vahini enables faculty members and subject experts to develop and share digital educational content, supporting collaboration between universities and other institutions.
Speaking at the launch, APSCHE Chairman (in charge) Professor S. Vijaya Bhaskara Rao acknowledged the contributions of subject matter experts, principal investigators and SWAYAM Local Chapter Coordinators involved in developing the platform.
He also recognised support from Andhra University, Acharya Nagarjuna University, private universities and experts from the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA).
Rao highlighted Sri Venkateswara University's involvement in providing hands-on AI education to 3,000 faculty members in collaboration with Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur.
The platform is expected to support the state's efforts to integrate emerging technologies into higher education through structured online courses and credit-based learning.
By combining AI-focused education with academic credit tracking and digital assessments, Vidya Vahini provides an additional learning channel for students and faculty across Andhra Pradesh.
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