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Le Wagon Sets Foot in India with First Campus in Bangalore
- Le Wagon, a global leader in tech bootcamps, has opened its first Indian campus in Bangalore.
- The first 9-week, full-time, in-person Software Development & AI Bootcamp begins on July 7, 2025, in Bangalore.
- Designed for beginners, the bootcamp emphasizes hands-on coding, real-world projects, and AI application development.
Le Wagon, one of the world’s foremost coding bootcamps, has officially launched its first campus in India, choosing Bangalore as its strategic base. Known for its tech-savvy population and dynamic startup ecosystem, Bangalore marks a significant milestone in Le Wagon’s global expansion. With a legacy of training over 30,000 alumni across more than 40 cities worldwide, Le Wagon is poised to empower India's next generation of tech talent.
The inaugural event, held at The Chancery Pavilion on May 21, featured an engaging keynote address by Boris Paillard, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Le Wagon. The celebration also included a panel discussion on 'Unleashing India’s Talent for Global Innovation', moderated by renowned journalist Ruth D’Souza Prabhu. The event attracted leaders from the tech, education, and media industries, highlighting the growing demand for tech upskilling in India.
Le Wagon’s debut cohort in India begins on July 7, 2025, in Bangalore with a 9-week, full-time, in-person Software Development & AI Bootcamp. Tailored for beginners, the bootcamp emphasizes hands-on coding, real-world project execution, and AI-integrated application development. Applications for the program are now open, with early-bird offers and scholarships aimed at encouraging broad participation.
“India represents a critical growth market for us due to its rich talent pool and vibrant tech ecosystem”, said Paillard. “Our mission is to empower Indian learners with the skills and mindset to build, launch, and scale innovative tech products with a global footprint”.
The curriculum recognized globally for its practical, project-based structure equips participants with essential skills in software development, AI applications, and foundational technology principles. Learners will graduate with the confidence to transition into tech careers or launch entrepreneurial ventures. The program's immersive approach, designed in collaboration with industry experts, aligns with international standards, offering learners industry-relevant skills and a future-ready mindset.
Susanna Jacob, India Partner at Le Wagon, emphasized the strategic choice of Bangalore. “This city is the perfect launchpad to connect India’s growing tech talent with global opportunities. Our programs fast-track career readiness while promoting diversity and inclusion, ensuring that individuals from all backgrounds can participate and thrive”.
To support inclusivity in tech education, Le Wagon India is offering a 10% launch discount for early applicants and an additional 5% scholarship for women, encouraging greater female representation in technology.
Graduates of the bootcamp gain access to Le Wagon’s expansive global hiring network of over 7,000 partners, enabling seamless transitions into impactful tech roles across the world.
Founded in Paris in 2013, Le Wagon is renowned for delivering high-impact bootcamps in Web Development, Data Science, and AI. Its mission is to make tech education accessible and career-transforming for learners worldwide, supported by an inclusive community and an ever-expanding global network.
With its entry into India, Le Wagon is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s digital future equipping learners with the tools to lead, innovate, and succeed on a global scale.
