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📋 Key Details at a Glance
🤖CourseChatGPT & Generative AI
Practical, hands-on workshops
👤Who It's ForEntrepreneurs, MSMEs, Freelancers
No prior tech background needed
💰Fee₹300 – ₹1,000
Online evening batches / in-person sessions
🏛️CertificateGovernment-Recognised
Official EDII-TN certificate on completion
📍LocationGuindy, Chennai
Also available as online evening batches
📅BatchesRotated Regularly
Check official site for upcoming dates
📚 What You Will Learn
Prompt Engineering — how to write effective prompts to get the best results from AI
AI for Marketing — content creation, social media posts, ad copy using ChatGPT
Market Research using AI tools — competitor analysis, trend identification
AI Automation for daily business productivity — saving hours every week
Content creation at scale — blogs, product descriptions, email campaigns
Generative AI fundamentals — what it is, how it works, and how to apply it to your business
🎓 Course Formats
💻 Online Evening Batches
Scheduled on weekday evenings — ideal for working entrepreneurs and business owners. Typically ₹300–₹500. Conducted via video conference.
🏫 In-Person Campus Sessions
Immersive hands-on sessions at EDII-TN's Guindy, Chennai campus. Typically ₹500–₹1,000. Ideal for deeper learning and networking.
TVK Government Initiative
EDII-TN operates under the Tamil Nadu government and aligns directly with CM Vijay's TVK government's vision for a technologically empowered Tamil Nadu. The TVK manifesto specifically committed to promoting AI and digital tools among small businesses, and EDII-TN's ChatGPT training is one of the practical delivery mechanisms for that commitment.
The CM Vijay government has also created India's first dedicated AI Ministry as part of its governance structure — underlining Tamil Nadu's ambition to lead the country in AI adoption at every level, including grassroots entrepreneurship.
These affordable, government-certified AI workshops put world-class technology within reach of a small business owner in any district of Tamil Nadu — not just those in large corporations or IT companies.
🔗 How to Register & Track Upcoming Batches
EDII-TN updates its training calendar frequently. New batches are announced on their official website and social media. Check these sources to find and register for upcoming AI workshops:
⚠️ Note: Batch dates, fees and formats rotate regularly. Always verify current details on the official EDII-TN portal before registering. Information on this page reflects the general programme — specific batch timings may vary.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a technical background to attend?
No. The workshops are specifically designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners and freelancers with no prior AI or programming experience. The focus is on practical application, not technical theory.
Is the certificate government-recognised?
Yes. EDII-TN is a Tamil Nadu Government institution. Certificates issued upon completion are official government-recognised certificates from EDII-TN.
Can I attend from outside Chennai?
Yes. Online evening batches are available and can be attended from anywhere in Tamil Nadu or India. In-person sessions require travel to the Guindy, Chennai campus.
What is the fee?
Fees typically range from ₹300 to ₹1,000 depending on the format (online vs in-person) and batch. This makes it among the most affordable government-certified AI training programmes in India.
How do I register?
Visit the official EDII-TN portal (edii.tn.gov.in), check the training calendar for upcoming batches, and register online. You can also follow their Instagram page for batch announcements.