The partnership will introduce AI-focused courses covering content production, professional applications and agentic AI solutions for open and distance education learners.
Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU), Kerala, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kochi-based Saina Human AI to expand artificial intelligence education and skill development opportunities for its learner community of more than one lakh students.
The agreement was signed on November 6, 2026, at the university's headquarters in Kureepuzha, Kollam, as part of the initiative 'Keralam, Let's Talk AI - Towards an AI-Powered Keralam'. The collaboration aims to introduce AI-related learning programmes and provide students with exposure to emerging technologies and their practical applications.
SGOU Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Jagathy Raj V. P. signed the agreement on behalf of the university, while Bilal Navadh, Chief Executive Officer of Saina Human AI, represented the company.
The partnership will focus on four areas, including skill development, AI-integrated learning, industry collaboration and the development of agentic AI solutions for education. The initiative is particularly aimed at students pursuing open and distance education, providing them with opportunities to develop skills relevant to changing workplace requirements.
As part of the initial phase, the university and Saina Human AI will introduce two programmes, AI Content and Media Production and Applied AI for Modern Professionals.
The AI Content and Media Production programme will focus on the application of artificial intelligence in content-related workflows, while Applied AI for Modern Professionals will introduce learners to the use of AI in professional environments.
The organisations also plan to introduce additional programmes under the partnership. However, details regarding enrolment procedures, course schedules, duration and fees have not yet been announced. The university is expected to share further information separately.
The collaboration also includes plans to develop agentic solutions for education, indicating an interest in exploring AI systems that can support academic and administrative processes. Specific applications and implementation timelines for these solutions have not been disclosed.
SGOU, headquartered in Kollam, is a state open university that provides distance and online education through its network of learning centres. The university serves learners seeking flexible higher education opportunities.
Saina Human AI operates in AI content creation, video production and education through its Saina Human AI Academy. The company is based in Kochi and works on applications of artificial intelligence across content and learning environments.
The agreement was signed in the presence of university officials, including Registrar Dr. Abhilash Babu, Controller of Examinations Dr. Anantha Reshmi, Cyber Controller Bijumon T. and Deputy Registrar (Academics) Nowsher.
Representatives from Saina Human AI and Saina Group were also present at the ceremony.
The partnership establishes a framework for introducing AI-related courses and industry-linked learning opportunities within the university's distance education system. The number of learners who will enrol in the programmes and the timeline for their rollout remain to be confirmed.
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