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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and where it is used.
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CBSE AI Curriculum (Subject Codes 417 and 843)
A clear guide to the CBSE Artificial Intelligence subject for Classes 9 to 12, plus free practice and projects from HAILM.
CBSE offers Artificial Intelligence as a skill subject, aligned to NEP 2020. This page explains what the curriculum covers, how codes 417 and 843 differ, and how students can build real confidence with free, hands-on learning to foundation of AI LEARNING
Code 417: Class 9-10
Code 843: Class 11-12
NEP 2020 aligned
Project-based
What it is
A skill subject in Artificial Intelligence.
The CBSE AI curriculum is a skill-based subject that teaches students the basics of Artificial Intelligence, from how AI works to building simple AI projects. It is offered as code 417 in Classes 9 and 10, and as code 843 in Classes 11 and 12.
The aim is to give students practical AI skills and a responsible, ethical understanding of the technology.
The difference
Code 417 and Code 843, what is the difference?
Code 417
Classes 9 & 10
- Level
- Foundational AI skills
- Focus
- Introduction, AI Project Cycle, Python, Data, basic models
Code 843
Classes 11 & 12
- Level
- Advanced AI concepts and projects
- Focus
- Deeper machine learning, data, and capstone project work
Inside Code 417
What Classes 9 and 10 (Code 417) cover
Across Classes 9 and 10, the 417 curriculum builds from the basics to applied AI, with both classroom and lab sessions.
AI Project Cycle
The AI Project Cycle: problem scoping, data, modelling and evaluation.
Python for AI
Introduction to Python for AI.
Data Science basics
Data Science and working with data.
Neural Nets, CV & NLP
Neural Networks, Computer Vision and Natural Language Processing (basics).
Ethics & responsibility
AI ethics, bias and responsible use.
Employability skills
Employability and communication skills.
Inside Code 843
What Classes 11 and 12 (Code 843) cover
Code 843 goes further for senior students, with more advanced AI and machine learning concepts, deeper work with data, and a capstone project that puts the learning into practice. It prepares students for higher studies and careers that use AI.
- Advanced ML concepts
- Deeper data work
- Capstone project
- Higher studies & careers
For students
How HAILM helps CBSE AI students
HAILM builds the foundations for the CBSE AI subject with free level1 and paid advanced level 2 and level 3 hands-on learning.
- Free Level 1Foundational AI learning, completely free.
- Hands-on practiceProjects that mirror the AI Project Cycle.
- Python & toolsPractice with the tools the curriculum uses.
- Advanced levelsOptional Levels 2 & 3 for deeper learners.
For teachers
For teachers teaching CBSE AI
Teachers handling the AI subject can use HAILM's and other free tools, prompt library and training to plan lessons and explain difficult topics with confidence.
FAQ
Common questions, answered.
What is CBSE subject code 417?
It is the CBSE Artificial Intelligence skill subject for Classes 9 and 10.
What is code 843?
It is the CBSE Artificial Intelligence subject for Classes 11 and 12, at a more advanced level.
Is CBSE AI compulsory?
AI is offered as a skill subject and is being introduced more widely across schools in line with NEP 2020 and the rollout of AI from Class 3.
Is HAILM linked to CBSE?
HAILM is an independent initiative that complements the CBSE AI subject with free learning and practice providing foundation course for free.
Is HAILM free for CBSE AI students?
HAILM is free at the foundational level for registered schools' students.
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