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Summary of NSM-HRD Activities (2017 to 2025)

This page provides a comprehensive summary of training programs, workshops, and initiatives conducted under the National Supercomputing Mission – Human Resource Development. It highlights key achievements, participant statistics, and impact over the years.

2025
Summary

In 2025, the National Supercomputing Mission – Human Resource Development (NSM-HRD), C-DAC along with the NSM nodal centres trained over 2200+ participants through 35+ specialized HPC programs, including hpc awareness workshops, domain-specific workshops, mini and month-long hackathons, bootcamps, Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), Quality Improvement Programs (QIPs) and internships. These initiatives aimed to equip students, educators, and professionals with High-Performance Computing (HPC) skills, fostering innovation and strengthening India's supercomputing ecosystem.

Key highlights
  • Diverse Training Formats: Hands-on sessions in HPC awareness, faculty development, domain-specific workshops (AI, CFD, NLP), and hackathons
  • Major Programs:
    • AICTE Quality Improvement Program (QIP) 2025
    • GPU Application Open Hackathon 2025
    • Month-long HPC Hackathon at IIT Kharagpur
    • HPC Awareness Workshop 2025
    • Domain-specific Workshop 2025
    • Teacher's visit to C-DAC Pune
  • Technological Support: HPC Shiksha Portal, NSM Users Forum, NSM India Website, HPC Tutor ensured seamless training delivery
  • Industry Collaboration: Partnerships with NVIDIA, AMD and academic institutions enhanced training quality and research applications
  • Impact: Developed industry-ready talent, fostered innovative AI & HPC solutions, and contributed to India's global supercomputing leadership
Through cutting-edge training and collaboration, NSM HRD continues to drive HPC skill development and fuel scientific research, AI advancements, and national innovation.
Summary

In 2024, the National Supercomputing Mission – Human Resource Development (NSM-HRD) trained over 4,000 participants through 27 specialized programs, including workshops, hackathons, bootcamps, and internships. These initiatives aimed to equip students, educators, and professionals with High-Performance Computing (HPC) skills, fostering innovation and strengthening India's supercomputing ecosystem.

Key highlights
  • Diverse Training Formats: Hands-on sessions in HPC awareness, faculty development, domain-specific workshops (AI, CFD, NLP), hackathons, and ACTS diploma courses
  • Major Programs: AICTE Master Trainer Program, Intel GenAI Hackathon, NVIDIA NSM DLI, CUDA Shiksha, and HPC Awareness Bootcamps at IITs, NITs, and C-DAC centers
  • Technological Support: HPC Shiksha Portal, NSM Users Forum, HPC Tutor, and GoToWebinar ensured seamless training delivery
  • Industry Collaboration: Partnerships with Intel, NVIDIA, and academic institutions enhanced training quality and research applications
  • Impact: Developed industry-ready talent, fostered innovative AI & HPC solutions, and contributed to India's global supercomputing leadership
Through cutting-edge training and collaboration, NSM HRD continues to drive HPC skill development and fuel scientific research, AI advancements, and national innovation.
Summary

In 2023, the National Supercomputing Mission - Human Resources Development (NSM HRD) continued its mission to create a skilled pool of HPC-aware professionals to meet the growing demand for expertise in High-Performance Computing (HPC) technologies. The year marked significant progress, with over 4,000 participants trained through diverse programs, including workshops, hackathons, bootcamps, and internships.

The focus for 2023 was on conducting targeted, hands-on training sessions tailored to meet the needs of students, educators, and professionals. Collaborations with leading institutions and industry leaders like Intel and NVIDIA enriched these programs by incorporating the latest advancements in HPC and related domains.

NSM HRD initiatives aimed to bridge the gap between emerging technological needs and the skills of India’s workforce, fostering a culture of innovation and building a robust HPC ecosystem in the country. The efforts in 2023 have significantly contributed to the mission’s goal of advancing India’s supercomputing capabilities while empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills required for future challenges.

Key highlights
  • Diverse Training Formats: Hands-on HPC awareness workshops, domain-specific sessions (MD, NLP, CFD), bootcamps, hackathons, internships, and ACTS diploma programs
  • Major Programs: Scientific Computing on GPUs, Programming AMD GPUs, GPU Hackathon, WRF Training School, and EduHiPC at institutes like IIT Madras, IISc, and C-DAC
  • Technological Support: HPC Shiksha Portal, HPC Tutor, NSM Users Forum, GoToWebinar, and Google Forms enabled interactive and efficient training experiences
  • Industry Collaboration: Collaborations with Intel, NVIDIA, and academic leaders brought cutting-edge content and mentorship to training programs
  • Impact: Empowered over 4,000 learners with critical HPC skills, fostered innovation through real-world projects, and contributed to India's growing HPC ecosystem
These efforts aimed to build a skilled HPC workforce, support domain-specific research, and advance India’s supercomputing capabilities.
Summary

In 2022, the National Supercomputing Mission - Human Resources Development (NSM HRD) continued its mission to create a skilled pool of HPC-aware professionals to meet the growing demand for expertise in High-Performance Computing (HPC) technologies. The year marked significant progress, with over 7,000 participants trained through diverse programs, including workshops, hackathons, bootcamps, and internships.

The focus for 2022 was on conducting targeted, hands-on training sessions tailored to meet the needs of students, educators, and professionals. Collaborations with leading institutions and industry leaders like Intel and NVIDIA enriched these programs by incorporating the latest advancements in HPC and related domains.

NSM HRD initiatives aimed to bridge the gap between emerging technological needs and the skills of India’s workforce, fostering a culture of innovation and building a robust HPC ecosystem in the country. The efforts in 2022 have significantly contributed to the mission’s goal of advancing India’s supercomputing capabilities while empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills required for future challenges.

Key highlights
  • Extensive Outreach: 26+ training programs conducted online and offline, engaging over 7,000 participants
  • Diverse Formats: Awareness workshops, domain-specific sessions, GPU bootcamps, hackathons, internships, and ACTS diploma courses
  • Technological Enablement: Training delivery supported by platforms like HPC Shiksha Portal, GoToWebinar, and Google Forms for content access, live interaction, and feedback
  • Strong Collaborations: Joint efforts with top institutes (IITs, C-DAC, IISc) and industry giants like Intel and NVIDIA enhanced training quality and relevance
  • Real-World Exposure: Programs like GPU Hackathons, AI workshops, and domain-specific trainings bridged the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application
  • Strategic Impact: Created an industry-ready talent pool and contributed to advancing national priorities in AI, scientific computing, and HPC research
These efforts played a pivotal role in building a skilled HPC workforce and catalyzing innovation across India’s scientific sector.
Summary

In 2021, the National Supercomputing Mission - Human Resources Development (NSM HRD) continued its mission to create a skilled pool of HPC-aware professionals to meet the growing demand for expertise in High-Performance Computing (HPC) technologies. The year marked significant progress, with over 6,800 participants trained through diverse programs, including workshops, hackathons, bootcamps, and internships.

The focus for 2021 was on conducting targeted, hands-on training sessions tailored to meet the needs of students, educators, and professionals. Collaborations with leading institutions and industry leaders like Intel and NVIDIA enriched these programs by incorporating the latest advancements in HPC and related domains.

NSM HRD initiatives aimed to bridge the gap between emerging technological needs and the skills of India’s workforce, fostering a culture of innovation and building a robust HPC ecosystem in the country. The efforts in 2021 have significantly contributed to the mission’s goal of advancing India’s supercomputing capabilities while empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills required for future challenges.

Key highlights
  • 28 training programs delivered across India, covering a broad range of HPC and AI topics
  • 6,800+ participants trained, including students, researchers, and faculty from academia and industry
  • Multiple domains addressed, including engineering, biology, astrophysics, construction, agriculture, and semiconductors
  • Collaborations with leading institutions and industry leaders, enriching training quality and outreach
  • Training formats included: awareness workshops, expert-led courses, internships, bootcamps, and hackathons
  • Strong emphasis on hands-on learning and real-world problem-solving, preparing industry-ready talent
By fostering innovation, enhancing skillsets, and creating a pipeline of HPC-aware professionals, NSM HRD in 2021 played a pivotal role in strengthening India’s supercomputing ecosystem and advancing its vision of becoming a global leader in high-performance and AI-driven technologies.
Summary

In 2020, the National Supercomputing Mission - Human Resources Development (NSM HRD) continued its mission to create a skilled pool of HPC-aware professionals to meet the growing demand for expertise in High-Performance Computing (HPC) technologies. The year marked significant progress, with over 1,800 participants trained through diverse programs, including workshops, hackathons, bootcamps, and internships.

The focus for 2020 was on conducting targeted, hands-on training sessions tailored to meet the needs of students, educators, and professionals. Collaborations with leading institutions and industry leaders like Intel and NVIDIA enriched these programs by incorporating the latest advancements in HPC and related domains.

NSM HRD initiatives aimed to bridge the gap between emerging technological needs and the skills of India’s workforce, fostering a culture of innovation and building a robust HPC ecosystem in the country. The efforts in 2020 have significantly contributed to the mission’s goal of advancing India’s supercomputing capabilities while empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills required for future challenges.

Key highlights
  • Focus areas included GPU programming, CFD, Exascale computing, AI/ML, and drug discovery applications using HPC
  • Programs were enriched through partnerships with Intel, NVIDIA, and OpenACC, delivering practical and advanced content
  • The year saw increased outreach through large-scale virtual hackathons and hands-on bootcamps that fostered problem-solving and innovation
NSM HRD’s impactful initiatives in 2020 reinforced India’s HPC ecosystem by building resilient, future-ready talent and enabling innovative solutions through virtual, accessible, and collaborative training platforms.
Summary

In 2019, the National Supercomputing Mission - Human Resources Development (NSM HRD) continued its mission to create a skilled pool of HPC-aware professionals to meet the growing demand for expertise in High-Performance Computing (HPC) technologies. The year marked significant progress, with over 800+ participants trained through diverse programs, including workshops, hackathons, bootcamps, and internships.

The focus for 2019 was on conducting targeted, hands-on training sessions tailored to meet the needs of students, educators, and professionals. Collaborations with leading institutions and industry leaders like Intel and NVIDIA enriched these programs by incorporating the latest advancements in HPC and related domains.

NSM HRD initiatives aimed to bridge the gap between emerging technological needs and the skills of India’s workforce, fostering a culture of innovation and building a robust HPC ecosystem in the country. The efforts in 2019 have significantly contributed to the mission’s goal of advancing India’s supercomputing capabilities while empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills required for future challenges.

Key highlights
  • The year emphasized practical, hands-on training in HPC programming models like OpenMP, MPI, and CUDA to equip faculty, researchers, and students with industry-relevant skills
  • Collaborations with Intel, NVIDIA, C-DAC, and academic institutes amplified training quality, while flagship events fostered cross-disciplinary learning and innovation
  • Programs such as GPU Application Hackathon and EduHiPC promoted both application development and HPC education, laying the foundation for a skilled HPC workforce in India
Through its focused efforts in 2019, NSM HRD continued to strengthen India’s HPC education and research ecosystem, building a capable talent pool ready to meet the nation’s future supercomputing and AI challenges.
Summary

In 2018, the National Supercomputing Mission - Human Resources Development (NSM HRD) continued its mission to create a skilled pool of HPC-aware professionals to meet the growing demand for expertise in High-Performance Computing (HPC) technologies. The year marked significant progress, with over 540+ participants trained through diverse programs, including workshops, hackathons, bootcamps, and internships.

The focus for 2018 was on conducting targeted, hands-on training sessions tailored to meet the needs of students, educators, and professionals. Collaborations with leading institutions and industry leaders like Intel and NVIDIA enriched these programs by incorporating the latest advancements in HPC and related domains.

NSM HRD initiatives aimed to bridge the gap between emerging technological needs and the skills of India’s workforce, fostering a culture of innovation and building a robust HPC ecosystem in the country. The efforts in 2018 have significantly contributed to the mission’s goal of advancing India’s supercomputing capabilities while empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills required for future challenges.

Key highlights
  • The focus remained on practical, skill-based learning with emphasis on parallel programming models like MPI, OpenMP, and CUDA, tailored for educators, researchers, and developers
  • Key events such as SCEC 2018 and GPU Application Hackathon emphasized solving real-world HPC software challenges and accelerating scientific applications on GPUs
  • Strategic collaborations with NVIDIA, IIT Mandi, and IEEE HiPC enhanced the scope and depth of the training modules
By advancing specialized training formats and academic-industry partnerships in 2018, NSM HRD laid a strong foundation for HPC skill development, nurturing India’s future leaders in supercomputing and data science.
Summary

In 2017, the National Supercomputing Mission - Human Resources Development (NSM HRD) continued its mission to create a skilled pool of HPC-aware professionals to meet the growing demand for expertise in High-Performance Computing (HPC) technologies. The year marked significant progress, with over 200 participants trained on vaious HPC technologies.

NSM HRD initiatives aimed to bridge the gap between emerging technological needs and the skills of India’s workforce, fostering a culture of innovation and building a robust HPC ecosystem in the country. The efforts in 2017 have significantly contributed to the mission’s goal of advancing India’s supercomputing capabilities while empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills required for future challenges.

Key highlights
  • The main objectives were to bridge the gap between the need for HPC skills and the available workforce by offering targeted workshops and conferences
  • Key events like SCEC 2017 and HiPC 2017 provided platforms for international collaboration, innovation, and advancement in HPC technologies and software engineering
  • Key focus areas were HPC Software Challenges, Energy-Efficient Computing, Scalable HPC Systems
Through its targeted workshops and international collaborations, NSM HRD made key strides in advancing India’s HPC capabilities in 2017, contributing to the growth of a sustainable and skilled supercomputing ecosystem in the country.

Services

Services under NSM HRD

NSM HRD provides a range of services, including seamless access to HPC resources, expert guidance, and support for training and research initiatives. Leverage our resources to accelerate your HPC journey and achieve groundbreaking results.

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HPC Self Paced Course : HPC Shiksha Portal

Kindly use the below link to access the self paced HPC Awareness program and Domain-specific program offered by C-DAC on the HPC Shiksha portal
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Centre for HPC Upskilling and Knowledge Sharing (C-HUK)

C-DAC has established a Centre for HPC Upskilling and Knowledge-sharing (C-HUK) at Bengaluru to enable the candidates belonging to SC-ST and Women categories with the knowledge and proficiency in the areas of HPC, AI, Embedded and Cyber Security as part of the NSM.

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NSM Users' Forum

NSM Users' Forum is a dedicated platform developed to bring together users for meaningful discussions on various HPC related topics, knowledge sharing, exchanging ideas, and ultimately creating a collaborative and enriching environment for the NSM community
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Request for Resource Person

For requesting resource person for delivering sessions related to HPC and AI/ML/DL in ATAL FDP's, kindly send us an email on the below mail address.


nsm-training@cdac.in

Nodal Centers

Nodal Centers Across India

To ensure nationwide accessibility and outreach, four dedicated nodal centers have been set up in strategic locations across India. These centers act as hubs for training, research, and collaboration, playing a pivotal role in the mission’s success.

Through its targeted initiatives, NSM HRD has significantly enhanced India’s HPC capabilities, paving the way for breakthroughs in scientific research, analytics, and innovation. Our commitment to empowering individuals and building a sustainable HPC ecosystem continues to drive our efforts.

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IIT Kharagpur

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IIT Madras

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IIT Palakkad

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IIT Goa

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Walchand College of Engineering (WCE)

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Delhi Technological University (DTU)

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Trainings

Training Programs under NSM HRD

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HPC Awareness Workshops

HPC Awareness Workshops offer informative sessions to raise awareness and understanding of HPC technologies and applications.

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Domain-specific workshops

Domain-specific workshops by NSM offer tailored training sessions to enhance expertise in specific areas of high-performance computing.

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Hackathons and Bootcamps

NSM Hackathons and Boot Camps offer hands-on opportunities to innovate and improve high-performance computing skills.

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Nodal Centre Trainings

The HPC trainings and workshops conducted by our nodal centres can be found here.

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AICTE Collaboration Programs

Training programs under NSM HRD in collaboration with AICTE can be found here.

There are no ongoing training programs in collaboration with AICTE
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Centre for HPC Upskilling and Knowledge Sharing (C-HUK)

C-DAC has established a Centre for HPC Upskilling and Knowledge-sharing (C-HUK) at Bengaluru to enable the candidates belonging to SC-ST and Women categories with the knowledge and proficiency in the areas of HPC, AI, Embedded and Cyber Security as part of the NSM.

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Human Resource Development

Overview

The National Supercomputing Mission - Human Resources Development (NSM-HRD) is committed to creating a highly skilled pool of HPC-aware professionals to meet the ever-growing demand for expertise in HPC related applications and managing, monitoring, and operating complex High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems.

With a vision to shape the future of HPC in India, the mission has trained 29,000+ skilled individuals over the years, ensuring a workforce capable of tackling the challenges in HPC application development and system operations.

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the demand for HPC professionals is on the rise. NSM HRD addresses this critical need by nurturing talent equipped with the skills required to drive innovations and sustain advancements in HPC technologies.

Activities under NSM-HRD

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Proliferate HPC/AI awareness through workshops

Expanding HPC and AI knowledge through workshops and training programs across India in collaboration with industry leaders like Intel and Nvidia, emphasizing the latest technologies
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Hackathon and Bootcamps

Organizing specialized hackathons and bootcamps at various institutes to optimize and upscale users’ codes
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Faculty development, Domain-specific training, and AICTE/QIP programs

Providing domain-specific training for faculty members across India with programs like AICTE and QIP to equip them with skills in HPC, AI, ML, and DL
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Generation of content for MOOCs and Self-Paced Learning

Hosting HPC courses on platforms like Swayam (NPTEL) and creating a self-paced portal for students
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Hosting of HPC resources

Providing access to HPC resources, including materials for lab work and assignments
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EduHiPC

An annual program offering comprehensive HPC training to faculties across India

Trainings and Workshops

Empowering the next generation of HPC professionals through comprehensive training programs, NSM HRD offers hands-on workshops, specialized courses, and expert-led sessions.

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Impact of NSM-HRD

The initiatives taken under NSM HRD have collectively reached and trained more than 29,000 students, enriching their understanding and competence in various aspects of HPC.

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NSM HRD Mission Progress

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29,000+ Participants Engaged

Over 29,000 individuals have actively participated in vaious training programs, workshops, hackathons, bootcamps, master training programs and internships
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195+ Training Programs Conducted

Focused on advanced HPC technologies and system optimization, 195+ training programs have been conducted till now
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NSM Users' Forum

A forum has been setup for NSM users' enabling them to discuss, collaborate and solve complex HPC problems
VIew Forum
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Nodal Centers Across India

Ensuring nationwide accessibility and outreach, nodal centres have been setup across vaious institutes in India
Nodal Centres

Services under NSM-HRD

NSM HRD provides a range of services, including seamless access to HPC resources, expert guidance, and support for training and research initiatives

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