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Move Beyond AI Tools. Learn to Govern AI

Certified AI Officer (CAIO)

  • A leadership-focused certification designed to help professionals govern, supervise, and responsibly scale AI adoption across Indian organisations.

  • Understand AI, GenAI, LLMs and agentic AI at leadership level
  • Learn AI governance, risk, DPDP, cybersecurity and compliance
  • Build practical AI policies, vendor checks and risk registers
  • Prepare for responsible AI adoption in Indian organisations
Trusted by professionals across government & enterprises AI governance, cyber, legal & compliance domains
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Next Cohort 6th June
Duration Weekend Format | 4 Weeks | 11 AM - 1 PM
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Satisfaction Rate of Learners & Course Participants
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FCRF Impact & Outcomes Delivered

India's AI Governance Landscape

Explore India's emerging AI ecosystem through the lens of governance, regulation, risk, and responsible adoption. Learn how IndiaAI Mission, DPDP Act, cybersecurity obligations, AI governance principles, and sectoral regulations shape AI deployment in Indian organisations.

Practitioner-Led training

Learn from structured sessions covering AI governance frameworks, DPDP compliance, NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, AI risk registers, vendor due diligence, secure AI deployment, and responsible AI implementation.

Boardroom-Ready AI Certification.

The CAIO program prepares professionals to brief leadership, design AI governance systems, review high-risk AI use cases, and build practical AI operating models for Indian organisations.

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📅 6th June
4 Weeks Duration
🔴 Live Sessions
📚 16 Modules

Why Choose FCRF Academy?

See how we stack up against standard online courses. We prioritize career outcomes over just content completion.

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Why Responsible AI Leadership Matters Now

As Indian organisations adopt AI at scale, the need for governance, accountability, risk controls, and compliance-ready AI systems has become urgent.

AI Risk Needs Structured Oversight

Bias, data leaks, deepfakes, hallucinations, vendor risks, and insecure AI require strong governance.

CAIO Is an Emerging Leadership Role

The Certified AI Officer program prepares professionals to connect business, technology, law, compliance, privacy, and cybersecurity.

Growing Demand for Cyber Law Expertise.

Courts, law enforcement, regulators, corporates, and advisory roles increasingly require professionals who can navigate cybercrime, digital compliance, and technology-related legal issues with confidence.

From AI Adoption to AI Accountability
A Leadership Program by FCRF Academy

  • Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a technology function It is now a boardroom, compliance, privacy, cybersecurity, and governance priority.

  • FCRF Academy brings its deep experience in cybersecurity, cyber law, data protection, fraud investigation, crisis management, and GRC to create a practical CAIO program.

  • The program is build for professionals who want to lead AI adoption with risk awareness, regulatory readiness, responsible AI principles, and strategic oversight.

Meet the practitioners, policymakers, and domain experts who have contributed to our programs and learning initiatives

Eminent leaders from policing, defence, cybersecurity, cyber law, digital governance and public service will guide the evaluation process for the FCRF Excellence Awards 2026.

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AI RISK
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AI COMPLIANCE
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AI LEADERSHIP
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AI STRATEGY
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AI AUDIT
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AI ASSURANCE
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AI ETHICS
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LEADERSHIP-READY CURRICULUM

CAIO Program Curriculum

Comprehensive coverage of AI governance, risk management, responsible AI, cybersecurity, DPDP compliance, vendor governance, and board-level AI strategy for Indian organisations.

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Career Acceleration

Benefits of the Certification

Earn a credential backed by applied learning, practitioner insight, and real-world relevance—designed to bridge theory, regulation, and professional practice.

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Expected Learning Outcomes: Before vs After CAIO

From AI awareness to AI governance leadership

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After

The CAIO program is designed to help professionals move from basic AI awareness to structured capability in AI governance, risk, compliance, cybersecurity, privacy and responsible adoption.

A Sneak Peek into the FCRF Academy LMS

All live sessions are recorded and uploaded within 3-4 hours, along with session PDFs and learning resources—so you never miss a class.

Who Is This Program For?

Ideal for professionals, leaders, and enthusiasts working across AI governance, cybersecurity, privacy, legal, compliance, risk, and enterprise technology adoption.

AI Governance, Law & Compliance

AI Governance Professionals
Lawyers
Compliance Leaders
Policy Experts

Cybersecurity & Risk

CISOs
Security Leaders
Risk Professionals
Incident Response Teams

Data Privacy & GRC

DPOs
Privacy Professionals
GRC Specialists
Audit Professionals

Government & Public Sector

Government Officers
Regulators
Law Enforcement Professionals
Policy Practitioners

Business & Technology Leaders

CXOs
CIOs
CTOs
Digital Transformation Leaders
Consultants

AI & Innovation Ecosystem

AI Practitioners
Product Leaders
Tech Builders
Responsible AI Enthusiasts

Snapshots from Our CCMP Program

Organised in collaboration with CERT-In, FCRF’s Certified Cyber Crisis Management Professional (CCMP) program was attended by over 500 top officials from civil services, defence, cybersecurity, and regulatory bodies. These glimpses capture our commitment to high-impact, nationally recognised training.

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FCRF & NIELIT (MeitY) Sign MoU in Presence of Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

In a major boost to India's cybersecurity ecosystem, FCRF and NIELIT (MeitY) have joined forces to co-develop advanced training and certification programs. The MoU was signed on October 2nd in New Delhi, with Hon'ble Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw presiding over the event.

MoU Event
FCRF x GT BHARAT

FCRF x GT BHARAT

Redefining Cybercrime Investigations: A Holistic Framework

FCRF and Grant Thornton Jointly Published Landmark Report on Cybercrime Investigations, Unveiled at FutureCrime Summit 2025.

GT Bharat Report
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FCRF Served as Knowledge Partner at the Visionary AI Impact Summit Alongside OpenAI, UNESCO & WHO

In a landmark development for India’s digital and AI ecosystem, the Future Crime Research Foundation (FCRF) served as a Knowledge Partner at the AI Impact Summit held under the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. FCRF stood alongside leading global institutions including OpenAI, UNESCO, WHO, Harvard Kennedy School, and other international organizations contributing to discussions on responsible AI, cybersecurity, and digital governance.

MoU Event

FCRF’s Esteemed Speakers at the FutureCrime Summit

Speaker

Dr. VK Saraswat

Member, NITI Aayog

Former DG, DRDO

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Lt Gen MU Nair

National Cybersecurity Coordinator

(NCSC)

Speaker

Daljit Singh Chaudhary

Director General

Border Security Force

Speaker

Rajiv Jain

Former Director

Intelligence Bureau

Speaker

OP SINGH IPS

Former DGP

Uttar Pradesh

Speaker

Dr Vikram Singh

Former DGP UP Police

Chancellor Noida Intl. University

Speaker

Dr Gulshan Rai

Former National Cybersecurity Coordinator

Ex DG CERT-IN

Speaker

Lt Gen (Dr.) Rajesh Pant

Chairman

Cybersecurity Asso. of India

Speaker

Arun Kumar

Former DG

RPF

Speaker

Justice Talwant Singh

Former Judge

Delhi High Court

Speaker

B Shanker Jaiswal

Joint CP

Delhi Police

Speaker

Dr GK Goswamy

ADG UP Police & Director

UPSIFS

Speaker

Dr. Amit Sharma

ADG and Advisor (Cyber)

Ministry of Defence

Speaker

Maj Gen Bipin Bakshi

Senior Fellow

CLAWS

Speaker

Dr. Pavan Duggal

Renowned Cyber Advocate

Supreme Court of India

Speaker

Dr. Karnika Seth

Cyberlaw Expert & Advocate

Supreme Court

Speaker

Dr. VK Saraswat

Member, NITI Aayog

Former DG, DRDO

Speaker

Lt Gen MU Nair

National Cybersecurity Coordinator

(NCSC)

Speaker

Daljit Singh Chaudhary

Director General

Border Security Force

Speaker

Rajiv Jain

Former Director

Intelligence Bureau

Speaker

OP SINGH IPS

Former DGP

Uttar Pradesh

Speaker

Dr Vikram Singh

Former DGP UP Police

Chancellor Noida Intl. University

Speaker

Dr Gulshan Rai

Former National Cybersecurity Coordinator

Ex DG CERT-IN

Speaker

Lt Gen (Dr.) Rajesh Pant

Chairman

Cybersecurity Asso. of India

Speaker

Arun Kumar

Former DG

RPF

Speaker

Justice Talwant Singh

Former Judge

Delhi High Court

Speaker

B Shanker Jaiswal

Joint CP

Delhi Police

Speaker

Dr GK Goswamy

ADG UP Police & Director

UPSIFS

Speaker

Dr. Amit Sharma

ADG and Advisor (Cyber)

Ministry of Defence

Speaker

Maj Gen Bipin Bakshi

Senior Fellow

CLAWS

Speaker

Dr. Pavan Duggal

Renowned Cyber Advocate

Supreme Court of India

Speaker

Dr. Karnika Seth

Cyberlaw Expert & Advocate

Supreme Court

OUR COLLABORATIONS

FCRF’s partner Institutions &
Organizations over the years.

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NFSU
IIM Lucknow
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Tata
L&T
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NFSU
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What Our Participants Say !

Hear from professionals who have experienced FCRF Academy’s practitioner-led learning and real-world relevance.

While a laptop or desktop accessed through the website offers the best learning experience, FCRF Academy also provides a dedicated mobile app for both Android and iOS. You can attend live sessions, watch recorded classes, and access course materials through the app as well. Download links for the FCRF Academy app are available below.
All sessions at FCRF Academy are conducted live, allowing real-time interaction with instructors. Each session is also recorded and uploaded to the LMS within 3–5 hours of completion. You can access and watch the recordings multiple times.
Please check your spam or junk folder first, as confirmation emails may sometimes be filtered there. If you still don’t find the email, write to support@fcrf.academy with your registration details, and our team will get back to you within a few hours.
Yes. All sessions at FCRF Academy are live and interactive. Participants can ask questions, engage in discussions, and interact directly with the instructor during the session.
Yes. In addition to the current program access, you will also receive video recordings from the previous batch for an enhanced and more comprehensive learning experience. This allows you to revisit concepts, learn from earlier sessions, and strengthen your understanding at your own pace.
Yes. After completing the payment, you can access the official WhatsApp group link through the Announcements section on your LMS dashboard. This group is used for program-related updates and later becomes a community space for continued interaction and peer learning.
FCRF Academy programs are value-driven professional certifications designed to strengthen your knowledge, credibility, and practical understanding across critical domains. While we do not offer or claim formal placement or job assistance, the certification adds demonstrable value to your profile and can be highlighted on your resume and professional platforms. Participants also become part of an active learning community, enabling peer interaction, knowledge exchange, and professional networking—often leading to informal opportunities through shared learning and engagement.
Yes. The final price displayed at the time of payment is inclusive of GST and all applicable taxes. There are no additional or hidden charges.
First, please check your spam or junk folder, as confirmation emails may sometimes be filtered there. If you still don’t find the email, there’s no need to worry. Simply write to us at support@fcrf.academy with your registration details, and our team will get back to you within a few hours to resolve the issue.
No. There are no separate or additional fees for the certification, examination, or self-evaluation test. All of these are fully included in the registration fee you pay while enrolling in the program.
Certificates are issued after the program concludes. The certificate disbursal process begins approximately two weeks after the end of the program, once all completion and evaluation requirements are processed.
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Invest in Your AI Governance Leadership

A structured, practitioner-led program designed to build practical understanding of cyber laws, digital evidence, and technology regulation in India. No hidden fees.

Program Fee
₹4,499
₹22,499
Inclusive of GST & all applicable taxes

What you get:

  • 16-Module CAIO Curriculum
  • Live Expert-Led Sessions
  • AI Risk & Policy Templates
  • LMS Recordings & Resources
  • Certification Included
  • Capstone-Based Learning
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Enroll in the next CAIO cohort and learn how to govern, secure, audit, and responsibly scale AI adoption across organisations.

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