UPSC Relevance
- GS-3: Science and Technology (AI, skill development)
- GS-2: Economy (employment, technological shifts)
Key Points
- India faces a shortage of Agentic AI professionals amid rising demand for autonomous AI systems capable of decision-making and adaptation.
Detailed Insights
- Agentic AI processes data from multiple sources to analyze challenges, strategize, and execute tasks using a four-step process: perceive, reason, act, and learn.
- It enables a shift from “software-as-a-service” to “service-as-a-software,” enhancing business value.
Significance
- Highlights the need for specialized AI skills to drive innovation.
- Impacts India’s competitiveness in the global AI landscape.
Analysis & Way Forward
- Upskilling programs and industry-academia collaboration are essential.
- Policy support for AI education will bridge the talent gap.