The 20 AI Hours:
Meeting CBSE's New Mandate
CBSE now requires 20 hours of AI instruction a year in Classes 6, 7, and 8. Join this working session to see exactly what the mandate requires — and a structured, ready-to-teach way to deliver it.
Free to attend. The joining link is sent by email after registration.
30 Minutes, Four Things You'll Leave With
The mandate, decoded
Exactly what CBSE's 2026–27 requirement means for Grades 6–8 — and who it depends on at your school.
NextWaveSTEM & the partnership
Who NextWaveSTEM is, and why India Market Entry is delivering this in India.
Introductory AI, walked through
A 50-session programme built on the CBSE handbook, chapter by chapter — plus a word from our Founding Director.
Live Q&A
Bring your questions — answered live in the final segment.
Built for the People Delivering This Mandate
Meet the Speaker & Host
Udit Agarwal
Joining live from the US to introduce Introductory AI and its introduction to India.
Dhiraj Trakru
Hosting tonight's session and leading the mandate walkthrough and Q&A.
Who's Behind Introductory AI
"Introductory AI, aligned with the CBSE Curriculum and following the progression of the Intel Handbook, covering 20 hours per year for Grades 6 to 8."
NextWaveSTEM
A US-based K-12 STEM & CTE provider, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Chicago. Partners include Chicago Public Schools, LAUSD, NYC DOE, Miami-Dade, and Dallas ISD.
India Market Entry (IME)
NextWaveSTEM's Official India Partner — Trakru Global Services Pvt. Ltd. — leading school engagement, onboarding, and support across India.
A Few Quick Answers
Is this webinar free?+
Yes — free to attend, with no obligation. All registrants also receive the CBSE alignment document, a sample lesson plan, and a product one-pager afterward.
Do I need to prepare anything beforehand?+
No preparation needed — just join with a stable internet connection. The session is designed to be followed by anyone, whether or not you've looked at the CBSE mandate in detail yet.
Is this only for CBSE schools?+
The mandate itself applies to CBSE-affiliated schools, but the session is open to anyone evaluating AI education for Indian schools, including international schools and education consultants.
Will a recording be available?+
Confirm with the IME team before publishing this page — not yet finalised whether a recording will be circulated after the session.
Save Your Seat
Limited to a working-session format — register now so we can send your joining link and reminders.
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