OpenAI has officially set up a local entity in India and is preparing to launch its first office in New Delhi later this year. The move reflects India’s rapid adoption of artificial intelligence and underscores the fourfold growth of ChatGPT usage in India over the past year.
India: A Key Growth Market for ChatGPT
India has quickly emerged as one of OpenAI’s most important markets. According to the company:
- India is ChatGPT’s second largest market globally by users.
- Weekly active users have quadrupled in the past year.
- India ranks among the Top 5 developer markets worldwide on the OpenAI platform.
- India has the largest population of students using ChatGPT globally.
This sharp growth has positioned India as a central hub for AI innovation.
Strengthening Partnerships and Local Presence
The new India unit will focus on building relationships with governments, businesses, developers, and academic institutions. OpenAI is also actively hiring to assemble a local team that can support AI adoption across sectors.
Sam Altman, co-founder and CEO of OpenAI, said, “India has all ingredients to become a global AI leader—amazing tech talent, a world-class developer ecosystem, and strong government support.”
India-Specific Plans and Features
To strengthen its presence, OpenAI has introduced several initiatives tailored for India:
- ChatGPT Go: An affordable subscription plan priced at ₹399/month with integrated UPI payments.
- OpenAI Academy: A nationwide AI literacy program in partnership with the Ministry of Electronics and IT.
- Enhanced Indic Language Support: The new GPT-5 model shows improved performance in Indian languages.
- Study Mode: A feature designed for students, offering step-by-step instruction and interactive guidance.
These initiatives reflect OpenAI’s effort to localize its services and make AI more accessible.
Government and Industry Collaboration
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw welcomed OpenAI’s entry, calling it a step towards advancing the IndiaAI Mission. The collaboration aims to ensure AI is trusted, inclusive, and beneficial for every citizen.
OpenAI will also host its first Education Summit in India this month, followed by its first Developer Day later this year.
A Strategic Step Forward
By establishing a local presence, OpenAI is positioning itself at the center of India’s digital transformation journey. The company’s focus on affordability, education, and Indic language support signals its long-term commitment to building AI for India, and with India.
