IIT Madras Opens Applications for October 2026 School Connect Program for Classes 9 to 12
IIT Madras has opened registration for the October 2026 cohort of its School Connect program, inviting students from classes 9 to 12 to apply by September 30, 2026. The eight-week online courses, offered in English, Hindi, and additional regional languages, cover 17 disciplines including Data Science, Aerospace, and Humanities. Designed to help students explore academic and career options, the program combines lectures, live sessions, assignments, and assessments, awarding e-certificates upon completion.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (55/100). Lens Score 38/100.
Outlets measured: timesnow, hindustantimes, indianexpress. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 7 Sept, 07:45 am. Other outlets followed.