AI centres of excellence

We build
AI Institutions.
You lead the change.

SM-ACE partners with universities and organisations to set up AI Centres, run industry-ready cohorts, and turn labs into innovation and build future-ready talent.

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The SM-ACE journey

From intention to impact

A practical, partner-led pathway to build an AI-ready Institution.

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Discover

Learn to build
an AI project

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Build

Build strong
AI foundations

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Work

Work on industry
use cases

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Adopt

Deepen skills,
build expertise

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Enable

Co-create projects
drive your profile

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Lead

Get discovered
top employers

SM-ACE architecture

Four pillars. One future-ready ecosystem.

Everything an Institution needs to build, teach, innovate and create opportunity with AI.

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AI infrastructure

The technology foundation that makes AI-powered teaching, learning and research possible.

AI labs & cloud sandboxesDedicated GPU clusters and scalable cloud environments
LLM access & prompt engineeringBroad API access and prompt toolkits for every department
Innovation studioA dedicated space for AI prototyping and applied research
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Industry-aligned programs

Learning pathways designed with the skills, projects and outcomes industry is looking for.

Foundation trackAI literacy, prompt engineering, data fundamentals and certifications
Professional trackApplied AI, industry use cases, capstone projects and specialisations
Mastery trackAdvanced AI systems, research projects, showcases and placement readiness
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Faculty enablement

Empowering educators to bring AI into curriculum, research and Institutional leadership.

AI teaching & curriculum designAI-integrated lessons, smart assessments and future-ready course content
AI research & content creationTools for research, publications, grant writing and high-impact content
Academic leadershipAI mentors and innovation leads driving campus-wide transformation
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Innovation & employability

Turning capability into visible work, industry connection and meaningful career momentum.

Learn & buildHands-on AI projects and hackathons
Innovate & showcaseIndustry competitions and capstone demos
Interview & get hiredPlacement readiness and industry connect
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A growing ecosystem

AI Centres Network

Bring your campus into a connected network of mentors, Institutions and opportunity.

Our footprint

Building AI capacity across India

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Scholars Merit SM-ACENoida, India
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Swami Purnanand Scholars Merit AI Center of ExcellenceRishikesh, India
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Co-brand networkYour university
AI learning campus

SM-ACE Noida

Hands-on AI cohorts and an active mentor network.

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AI innovation

Your University

Build a future-ready centre with SM-ACE.

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AI launch labs

Learn. Build.
Launch.

Access mentors, challenges and
real-world projects to turn curiosity
into capability.

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Learn from
industry mentors

Solve real
world challenges

Build. Iterate.
Launch.

Open cohorts

Flexible learning
for every background.

Choose a pathway that fits your ambition,
pace and starting point.

40 Hours Essentials
80 Hours Builder
120 Hours Professional
Custom For colleges
and teams
Industry
Relevant
Project
Focused
Career
Oriented
Where you can begin

Make AI a part of your Institution

Start with the challenge that is closest to you today.

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Research & Innovation

Drive applied research and build a culture of experimentation.

  • Industry-backed challenges
  • Mentor-led project studios
  • Innovation showcases
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Enterprise AI Academy

Build AI capability across your organisation, role by role.

  • Leadership programmes
  • GenAI for business
  • Hands-on workshops
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Talent Registry

Connect high-potential learners with meaningful opportunity.

  • Verified learner profiles
  • Project showcase
  • Career opportunities
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Ready to build the future with AI?

Let's make your Institution AI-ready.

Tell us what you are building and we will help map the next step.

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