NTA's New DG Abhishek Singh Reflects on India AI Mission as 'Most Fulfilling'
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Abhishek Singh Takes Helm at NTA, Vows Student-Friendly Exams; Calls India AI Mission 'Most Fulfilling'
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Storyboard•02-04-2026, 09:37
Abhishek Singh Takes Helm at NTA, Vows Student-Friendly Exams; Calls India AI Mission 'Most Fulfilling'
•Abhishek Singh assumed charge as Director General of the National Testing Agency (NTA) on April 1, 2026, aiming to make national-level entrance examinations more student-friendly and reliable.
•He concluded a six-year tenure at the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, where he held multiple key roles including CEO of India AI Mission and National e-Governance Division.
•Singh highlighted his experience navigating the digital surge during COVID, contributing to Digital India projects, and representing India at the G20.
•He described the India AI Mission as his "most fulfilling chapter," overseeing efforts to expand compute access, build datasets, and support indigenous AI development.
•His appointment as NTA DG is at a level equivalent to Secretary to the Government of India, reflecting the role's significance.