AICTE-Approved Free Online FDPs 2025 – What Educators Need to Know
AICTE’s ATAL Academy offers AICTE-approved free online FDPs in 2025, open to faculty, research scholars, and postgraduate students. These programs help sharpen teaching skills, update knowledge in emerging technologies, and earn certificates that carry recognition. If you’re looking to grow professionally without cost, these FDPs are ideal.
What Are ATAL FDPs
ATAL (AICTE Training and Learning Academy) AICTE-approved free online FDPs are structured programs designed to enhance faculty capacity in technical and non-technical fields. They cover:
- Emerging technologies (AI, Machine Learning, IoT, Cloud Computing etc.)
- Pedagogical methods and digital tools for modern education
- Research techniques and hands-on practice where applicable
These FDPs are fully online (in many cases), free of charge, and recognized by AICTE. Participants often receive certificates after meeting attendance and assignment requirements. atalacademy.aicte.gov.in
Current & Upcoming Free Online FDPs (2025-26)
Here are some of the FDPs and institutions offering free AICTE-approved online FDPs:
- The Approved ATAL Online FDPs 2025-26 list from AICTE shows many scheduled FDPs available online in different thrust areas. atalacademy.aicte.gov.in
- Mody University is offering ATAL-FDPs online; participants can sign up via their site. modyuniversity.ac.in
- BCIIT, Delhi has posted details for free ATAL-sponsored online FDPs. bciit.ac.in
- T.J.S. Engineering College, Chennai also offers free ATAL FDPs in engineering and related fields. tjsec.in
Who Can Participate
Eligible participants typically include:
- Faculty members from AICTE-approved institutions
- Research scholars and postgraduate students
- Staff at host institutions
- In some FDPs, participants from government/industry sectors may also apply Amazon Web Services, Inc.+2bciit.ac.in+2
Key Details to Check Before Applying
When you find a free online FDP you want to join, make sure to check:
| Aspect | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Duration & Schedule | You must confirm you can attend all live sessions or fulfill attendance requirements. |
| Course Theme / Relevance | Choose topics aligned to your discipline or career goals. |
| Certificate & Recognition | Must be AICTE-approved to count for promotions or API. |
| Assessment Component | Quizzes, assignments affect eligibility for certificate. |
| Registration Deadline | Missed deadlines often mean no late entries. |
How to Register
Here’s a step-by-step common process (actual steps may vary slightly by institution):
- Visit the ATAL Academy portal: atalacademy.aicte.gov.in/signup modyuniversity.ac.in+1
- Create an account if new; log in otherwise.
- Complete profile details: affiliation, experience, subject specialization.
- Browse available online FDPs; filter by theme or dates.
- Select the FDP you want, check eligibility, and register.
- Attend all sessions, submit assignments/quizzes.
- After successful completion, download your certificate.
Benefits of Participating
Here are some of the benefits of these AICTE-approved free online FDPs:
- No cost — free access to specialized training
- Enhances subject matter expertise and teaching methods
- Certificates that carry recognition in academic systems
- Flexibility of online attendance
- Opportunity to network with experts and peers across India
Official Listings & Resources
To find current free online FDPs:
- ATAL Academy Official FDP List — includes approved upcoming online FDPs. atalacademy.aicte.gov.in+1
- Institution Websites (like Mody University, T.J.S. Engineering College, BCIIT etc.) often have detailed schedules and registration links. modyuniversity.ac.in+2tjsec.in+2
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