India has quickly become one of the biggest markets for OpenAI, and now the company is taking a major step forward. The AI giant has officially confirmed that it will open its first office in India in 2025. The new facility will be located in New Delhi, marking OpenAI’s deeper commitment to making Artificial Intelligence (AI) more accessible to the people of the country.
OpenAI’s India Expansion Plans
In a statement to Reuters, OpenAI revealed that preparations are already underway. A local team is being assembled to focus on creating AI solutions “for India, and with India.” While the exact office location in New Delhi has not yet been disclosed, operations are expected to begin within 2025.
OpenAI co-founder and CEO Sam Altman explained that the move aligns with the company’s vision of making ChatGPT more accessible in India, adding that the country has the perfect ecosystem to lead the next big wave in AI.
“The level of excitement and opportunity for AI in India is incredible. India has all the ingredients to become a global AI leader—amazing tech talent, a world-class developer ecosystem, and strong government support through the India AI Mission. Opening our first office and building a local team is an important first step in our commitment to make advanced AI more accessible across the country and to build AI for India, and with India.”
— Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI
OpenAI’s Growing Focus on India
The announcement comes shortly after OpenAI introduced its most affordable ChatGPT Go plan at just ₹399 per month for Indian users, with the added convenience of UPI payments. This move has already made AI tools more accessible to millions across the country.
In addition, OpenAI has confirmed two major upcoming events in India:
- OpenAI Education Summit – scheduled for August 2025
- OpenAI Developer Day – planned for the end of 2025
Both events will bring together students, developers, and businesses to explore new opportunities in AI.
Government Support and AI Adoption in India
The Government of India is also working closely with OpenAI to foster innovation in the AI sector. With India already leading in AI adoption and home to the largest student user base of ChatGPT worldwide, the partnership is expected to accelerate AI-driven solutions across education, business, and governance.
Why This Matters
India’s strong tech talent pool, thriving developer ecosystem, and government-backed initiatives such as the India AI Mission make it a natural choice for OpenAI’s expansion. With the launch of its first office in New Delhi, OpenAI is signaling long-term commitment to building AI tools tailored for Indian users, while also making the country a central hub in its global AI journey.
