Indian Army Signs MoU with NSUT to Develop Software and AI-Based Solutions

Current Context: On 22 December 2025, the Indian Army signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT), New Delhi.

• The aim of this collaboration is to jointly develop software and AI-based defence solutions tailored to military requirements.
• Under the agreement, NSUT students and faculty will work on live problem-solving projects directly linked to Army operations.
• The partnership also includes Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) and specialized training for Army personnel to strengthen technical capacity.
• This initiative provides hands-on exposure to students while boosting indigenous defence innovation.
• Aligned with Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the MoU reduces reliance on foreign systems and promotes self-reliance in defence technology.

Question:

Q.1 What is the main objective of the Indian Army–NSUT Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in December 2025?
a) Establishment of a joint defence manufacturing unit
b) Joint development of software and AI-based defence solutions
c) Recruitment of engineering graduates into the Army
d) Promotion of foreign defence technology

Answer: b) The MoU focuses on jointly developing software and artificial intelligence based defence systems.