Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune, has launched the Symbiosis Artificial Intelligence Institute (SAII) — a groundbreaking step toward making artificial intelligence education more inclusive.
Unlike traditional AI programs limited to engineering students, SAII is open to learners from all academic backgrounds — Arts, Commerce, and Science.
🧠 New AI Programs Announced
Two innovative undergraduate programs will be offered from the 2025-26 academic session:
👉 B.Sc. (Artificial Intelligence) – Honours/Honours with Research
Focus:
- Healthcare AI
- Agriculture technology
- Cybersecurity, Data Science
- Sports analytics
- Fintech, Marketing AI, and more
👉 BBA (Artificial Intelligence) – Honours/Honours with Research
Focus:
- AI for business intelligence
- Operational efficiency
- Data-driven decision-making
- Media, HR, Finance AI solutions
📌 Unique Feature: Students can mix majors and minors across both degrees for interdisciplinary learning. Example: A BBA student can minor in AI for healthcare.
🏢 State-of-the-Art Infrastructure
The institute is equipped with:
- An AI super lab with high-performance GPUs
- Extended Reality (XR) Studio
- Data visualization arena
- On-campus mentorship and industry-integrated projects
🧑🎓 Who Can Apply?
Eligibility Criteria:
- Passed Class 12 in any stream (Science/Commerce/Arts)
- Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates)
🗓️ Admissions for 2025 are now open.
🔗 Apply here: https://saii.siu.edu.in
💬 Leadership Vision
“AI should not be restricted to engineers. It’s for every field — from health to agriculture,”
– Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro-Chancellor, Symbiosis International University
This launch aligns with Symbiosis’ mission to create a future-ready, ethically grounded AI workforce in India.
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