The AI Revolution is Here: HERE AND NOW AI’s Vision
India stands at the edge of an AI revolution, and HERE AND NOW AI is leading the way. Founded in 2018 by Deepti Balagopal and Ruthran Raghavan, we are India’s first autonomous Artificial Intelligence Research Institute. We don’t just teach AI — we are building a generation of AI-native graduates and researchers.

Our mission is clear: to empower every learner, regardless of background, with the skills to thrive in an AI-driven future. By making AI education accessible and industry-relevant, we ensure innovation comes with inclusivity, leveling the playing field for students across all disciplines.

Our Mission: Democratizing AI Education

Our vision goes beyond teaching AI — we are shaping the ecosystem itself. By 2030, we aim to:

• Educate 1 lakh students in AI
  
• Sign 100+ MoUs with colleges for long-term collaboration
  
• Build AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS) solutions for corporates using student talent
  
• Develop open-access AI tools for learners and educators
  

This is our commitment to making AI education accessible, practical, and impactful.

Value-Added AI Programs: Business Analytics & Full-Stack AI Development

We offer two transformative programs designed to enrich college curriculums. Flexible, certification-backed, and industry-ready, these programs bridge academia with real-world AI skills.

1. Business Analytics with AI – Empowering Non-Technical Students

Tailored for students from BBA, BCom, BA, BSc, MBA, MCA, ME, this program requires no prior technical background. Students learn the power of data-driven decision-making in business.

Key Highlights:

• Duration: 30 hours (Online/Offline/Hybrid)
  
• Curriculum Includes:
  
  • Python Basics
    
  • Data Analysis with Pandas & NumPy
    
  • Data Visualization
    
  • Business Statistics
    
  • AI for Business (ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude)
    
  • Mini Project
    

Why it Matters: It bridges academic theory and industry needs, giving non-technical students an AI advantage.

2. Full-Stack AI Developer Program – Building the Future of AI

Designed for technical students (BE, BTech, BCA, MCA, MSc IT, ME) with basic coding knowledge, this project-driven program focuses on building real-world AI applications.

Key Highlights:

• Duration: 30 hours (Project-Based)
  
• Curriculum Includes:
  
  • Python, Git & IDE Setup
    
  • API Development (Flask, FastAPI)
    
  • LLM Integration (Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude)
    
  • LangChain & Vector Databases (RAG implementation)
    
  • Cloud Deployment (GCP, Vercel)
    
  • Capstone Project
    

Why it Matters: Students gain hands-on experience, portfolio projects, and career readiness.

Exploring Research & Innovation at HERE AND NOW AI

We are not just educators; we are innovators. Our research focuses on improving AI efficiency and robustness, particularly in healthcare and advanced AI frameworks.

Self-Supervised Learning in Medical Imaging

Inspired by Google’s research, we are advancing self-supervised learning to reduce reliance on large labeled datasets.

Benefits:

• Less Data Required: Faster, cost-effective model training
  
• Improved Robustness: Works across diverse datasets
  
• Efficient Deployment: Quicker integration in real-world healthcare
  

Focus on LLMs, RAG, and Autonomous Agents

We explore cutting-edge fields like Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and AI agents. By integrating this into our courses, we ensure our students and partners stay ahead in the AI race.

The HERE AND NOW AI Advantage

Our strength lies in a visionary leadership team and a commitment to practical skills.

• Ruthran Raghavan (CEO & Chief AI Scientist): Leading AI education & evangelism.
  
• Deepti Balagopal (COO): Driving academic strategy & collaborations.
  
• Balaji Kamalakkannan (CTO): Expert in cloud, LLMs & deployment.
  
• Gopalakrishnan Kannan (CMO): Mastermind of youth outreach & digital campaigns.
  

Our Complete Learning Ecosystem

We offer more than classes — we provide a complete AI learning journey:

• Live classes (Online or On-Campus)
  
• AI-powered LMS with recordings, quizzes, and code labs
  
• Mentorship & peer forums
  
• Joint certifications with partner colleges
  
• Career resources (guides, resumes, code snippets)
  
• Access to internships & freelance opportunities
  

Partner with Us: Build the Future of AI Together

We believe every college in India can become an AI-powered campus. Our programs prepare students for AI-driven careers and enable institutions to lead the revolution.

Get Involved:

• 📩 Contact Us
  
• 🌐 Visit Website
  
• 📱 Follow on Instagram
  
• 👥 Meet the Team
  

Course Fee Structure:

• Business Analytics with AI: ₹5,925 / student / semester
  
• Full-Stack AI Developer Program: ₹9,925 / student / semester
  

👉 Together, let’s lead India into the AI-powered future.