GALWAY, IRELAND – November 2025
Manikhanta, an Alison Graduate from India, said, “I got a job thanks to one of my Alison Certificates.”
Alison, a global leader in free online learning and workplace skills development, has announced a major milestone in one of its most important markets: over 2 million proud Graduates in India. This reflects India’s strong demand for accessible, career-focused education and reinforces Alison’s mission to make high-quality learning available to anyone, anywhere, at zero cost.
Alison’s free online Certificate and Diploma courses allow Learners to access recognised, career-relevant programmes without education fees or strict entry requirements. From university students to career switchers, people across India are using Alison to quickly close skills gaps, build confidence, and become a part of its growing, young workforce.
India’s Digital Boom And The Rise Of Flexible Online Learning
According to the World Bank Group, India is one of the world’s most dynamic and fastest-growing economies, and technology continues to reshape jobs and industries. Millions of people are seeking practical, affordable ways to gain in-demand skills. Yet, traditional education can be limited by cost, location, and time, especially for those balancing work, family responsibilities, or entrepreneurship.
Free, self-paced online learning offers a practical alternative. Learners can study at their own pace, choose programmes aligned with growth sectors such as technology, business, and sustainability, and build competencies that meet employers' needs. Alison’s fully free model aligns directly with this demand, removing financial barriers and enabling anyone with an internet connection to access high-quality learning.
On the achievement, Ciaran Cannon, Vice President of Global Affairs at Alison, said: “India’s Learners have embraced Alison’s vision of free, high-quality education like few others. Two million graduates mark not just a number, but a movement, a new generation of self-empowered Learners shaping the future of one of the world’s most dynamic nations.”
How Free Learning Transforms Careers And Communities
Reaching 2 million Graduates highlights the key role free online education now plays in strengthening social and economic mobility across India.
Alison is empowering Learners by helping them:
Gain digital and professional skills without financial barriers.
Complete skills-based courses and earn Certificates that demonstrate competencies to employers or education providers.
Use workplace tools such as the Career Guide, Resumé Builder, and psychometric assessments to plan and progress their careers.
One of those two millionth Graduates, Sana Khatoon, shares how an Alison course helped transform her approach to leadership. “It was a great starting point that boosted my interest in personal growth and professional development,” she explains. “I’d recommend Alison to anyone who asks. It’s a great platform for anyone who wants to learn new skills without spending a lot of money. What I like most is the flexibility — you can learn at your own pace, whether you’re a student, working, or preparing for UPSC exams like I am.”
Through the course, Sana learnt different leadership styles, how to handle conflicts, and how to motivate people.
Helping Build the Workforce of Tomorrow
Alison is supporting India’s educational movement by making high-quality learning accessible to all. A key step in this commitment was Alison’s partnership with TechEquity — a flagship global initiative launched under India’s G20 Presidency to bridge the gender digital divide and strengthen women-led development.
Beyond this partnership, Alison’s impact is reaching far and wide: from major metropolitan centres to the most remote rural communities, people across the country are gaining the skills and knowledge they need to advance in the world’s largest democracy. In doing so, Alison is helping build a stronger, more empowered future for India’s workforce.
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About Alison
Alison is a global leader in free online learning and skills development. With over 50 million registered Learners across 193 countries (as of October 2025), Alison empowers individuals, communities, and organisations to upskill quickly and effectively — at zero cost.
The Alison platform provides immediate access to over 6,000 free, CPD-accredited courses, covering essential areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Project Management, Business Operations, Healthcare and Sustainability. Courses are created by a mix of independent experts and global leaders, including IBM, Stanford and Microsoft.
For organisations, Alison offers a Free Learning Management System (LMS) that enables unlimited Learners to access thousands of courses with no upfront cost. A premium version with advanced analytics and customisation is also available. Alison's offering includes a full suite of assessments and psychometric tools, including a Workplace Personality Assessment, Mental Health & Wellbeing, English Language Proficiency, Numeracy, as well as Verbal and Abstract Reasoning tests.
To further support career development, Learners also gain access to a Career Guide, a Resumé Builder, and the ability to study offline through the Alison App.
In 2025, Alison is launching a Global Recruitment Service to connect employers directly with skilled, motivated Learners. The platform is also expanding its reach with multilingual versions, starting with full Spanish, French, and Hindi offerings — reaffirming its mission to make education accessible to anyone, anywhere.
Founded in 2007, Alison pioneered the concept of free, large-scale online learning and is recognised as the world’s first MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) platform. Today, its mission continues: to break down barriers to learning, helping people gain skills, build confidence, and improve their lives — no matter where they live or what they earn.
