IIT Madras has opened applications for its October 2026 School Connect Programme for Class 9 to 12 students. The eight-week online programme offers exposure to 17 future-focused disciplines. The last date to apply is September 30.
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has opened applications for the October 2026 cohort of its School Connect Programme, which aims to introduce school students to diverse academic disciplines and help them make informed decisions about their future education and careers.
For the first time, the programme has been expanded to include Class 9 students, along with students of Classes 10, 11 and 12. The initiative is designed to give students early exposure to different fields and career pathways before they make important academic choices.
Applications for the October 2026 cohort are currently open, and the last date to apply is September 30, 2026. The courses will commence on October 5, 2026.
Programme: School Connect Programme
Institute: IIT Madras
Cohort: October 2026
Eligible students: Classes 9, 10, 11 and 12
Application deadline: September 30, 2026
Course commencement: October 5, 2026
Course duration: Eight weeks
Mode: Online
Languages: English and Hindi
Courses offered: 17 future-focused disciplines
Implementing centre: Centre for Outreach and Digital Education (CODE), IIT Madras
The School Connect Programme has been expanded to Class 9 students this year. IIT Madras said the early exposure is intended to help students explore different career options before selecting their Class 11 and 12 streams.
