The Groww Foundation has partnered with the Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE) at the Indian Institute of Science to launch a semiconductor skill development programme to strengthen India’s talent pipeline and increase women’s participation in deep-science fields.
The programme will support 160 girls and women over three years.
The initiative, announced in Bengaluru, will focus on training students in micro- and nanotechnology while providing hands-on research experience in semiconductor science. The programme is designed to address gaps in skilled talent as India looks to expand its semiconductor ecosystem, according to the foundation.
Led by CeNSE faculty, the programme includes three tracks targeting different stages of the academic journey.
The first, Akanksha – STEM for Girls, introduces school students to nanoscience through lab visits and interactions with researchers, aiming to spark early interest in science and engineering careers.
The second, a research experience program for women in STEM, offers hands-on exposure to advanced research in nanoscience and semiconductor technology. Participants will work in state-of-the-art facilities, gaining insights into device fabrication and interdisciplinary research.
A third research internship track will provide practical training to students from government-supported skill development initiatives, including those backed by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. These internships aim to build job-ready skills aligned with the needs of the semiconductor manufacturing sector.
CeNSE Chair Prof Ambarish Ghosh said the collaboration is focused on building a diverse talent base for India’s semiconductor ambitions. “Nurturing talent across backgrounds is essential to developing a strong semiconductor ecosystem,” he said in a statement.
Kalpana Swaminathan, spokesperson for Groww Foundation, said the initiative is part of a broader effort to create pathways in advanced technology for underrepresented groups, including women and tribal communities.
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