Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

Looking back, Plaksha’s TLF was the critical inflection point that shaped my career in AI. Its unique mix of deep technical knowledge and strategic leadership provided the exact foundation I needed for my path to Google, where I now work as a Senior AI Product Manager building the future of Agentic solutions. The lessons from TLF extend beyond my day job; they have shaped my work as a co-author of books on GPT-3 and Neural Search and guide my decisions as an angel investor in the next wave of AI startups.

The program at Plaksha was incredibly formative for me. It opened a world of possibilities I did not know existed. The courses, the rigor, the peers, and the nuggets from that very special mentorship program still come back to me, all these years later. My biggest takeaway is to always put yourself in environments that inspire you and push you forward. Eventually it rubs off on you, and compels you to be a better technologist and a better human being.

As a Plaksha TLF fellow from the first batch (2019-20), I feel I truly benefited from being a part of the amazingly smart and creative cohort. The exposure I had through the different seminars and interactions was unique to the program. It helped me land a data science job and also grow more confident in pursuing my passions.

Plaksha has been a truly transformative journey that reshaped my career and perspective. What began as a serendipitous encounter with one of the founders on campus evolved into an inspiring educational experience. The collaborative environment, visionary mentors, and hands-on learning helped me transition from an SDE to an AI Engineer with confidence and purpose. What makes Plaksha truly special is its vibrant community - peers, professors, and founders who continuously inspire and motivate you to grow. The meaningful connections, mentorship, and shared passion for innovation have created not just a strong network, but a lifelong ecosystem of learning, collaboration, and impact.

One of the most rewarding parts of my journey at TLF was the peer interaction. The one-year program not only helped me grow as a person but also sharpened my technical skills. Beyond academics, Plaksha offers access to world-class labs where you can freely experiment and bring your ideas to life. It is also an incredible place to network, thanks to its strong industry connections. Regular interactions with leaders from diverse fields provide valuable perspectives on careers and life choices. You might even find yourself sitting next to a billion-dollar company CEO who humbly shares their journey.

The TLF experience offered a unique blend of academic rigor and industry exposure, combining technical expertise with hands-on coding proficiency and core leadership development. The program consistently encouraged me to step beyond my comfort zone, explore new skills, and dive deep into niche domains. With a rich network of founders, approachable faculty, and a highly supportive program team, I was always just a question away from the right guidance—making every interaction meaningful and fostering connections that added lasting value beyond the classroom.

Plaksha’s Tech Leaders Fellowship was a turning point in my journey. The immersive learning, mentorship, and vibrant founder network opened doors I never imagined—from BCG to my current role at Google. It was not just about learning AI or product management; it was about evolving into a confident, connected, and purpose-driven leader.

Plaksha’s TLF gave exposure to inspiring people, diverse career trajectories, and genuine connections. It helped me forge my own path rather than to follow a standard playbook.

I joined Plaksha University after completing my BS-MS in Physics from IISER Mohali - a journey that turned out to be a much bigger leap in shaping who I am. While I came to study Machine Learning, what I truly gained was an understanding of people, teamwork, and myself. The tightly knit TLF community, meaningful academic and non-academic discussions, and friendships that felt like family helped me build confidence and clarity. The fundamental Machine Learning courses, grounded strongly in both mathematics and programming, emphasized hands-on exploration and regularly culminated in presentations, allowing us to deeply understand and communicate what we built and learned.

Through Plaksha today, I can confidently build and leverage AI/ML and have secured a tech-focused role that was unimaginable a year ago. The program was instrumental in building my foundational knowledge, ensuring I "got my basics done right"—a crucial step for success in this industry. Beyond the technical skills, my time here has been deeply rewarding personally. I have made friends for life and have become part of a supportive, collaborative community.