Models

Sarvam AI provides a purpose-built AI stack for building applications in Indian languages. Our models span speech-to-text, speech translation, text translation, and high-quality text-to-speech—designed specifically for India’s linguistic diversity, accents, and real-world usage patterns.

Each model is trained and evaluated on Indian languages and culturally grounded data, enabling higher accuracy in production scenarios. With simple, well-documented APIs and predictable performance, developers can build, deploy, and scale India-first AI experiences without managing model complexity.

Model Selection Guide

Language Support Overview

Saaras v3 & Sarvam Translate: Complete 23 Language Support (22 Indian + English)

LanguageCodeLanguageCode
Hindihi-INAssameseas-IN
Bengalibn-INUrduur-IN
Kannadakn-INNepaline-IN
Malayalamml-INKonkanikok-IN
Marathimr-INKashmiriks-IN
Odiaod-INSindhisd-IN
Punjabipa-INSanskritsa-IN
Tamilta-INSantalisat-IN
Telugute-INManipurimni-IN
Englishen-INBodobrx-IN
Gujaratigu-INMaithilimai-IN
Dogridoi-IN

Model Language Support Summary

ModelLanguagesStatus
Saaras v3 Speech-to-Text Model23 languages (22 Indian + English)✅ Recommended
Bulbul v3 Text-to-Speech Model11 languages (10 Indian + English)✅ Active
Mayura Translation Model11 languages (10 Indian + English)✅ Active
Sarvam Translate Model23 languages (22 Indian + English)✅ Active
Sarvam Vision Model23 languages support (22 Indian + English)✅ Active

Use Cases

Build a multilingual voice assistant

  1. Speech Input: Use Saaras v3 with mode="transcribe" to convert user speech to text
  2. Understanding: Process with Sarvam-M for intelligent responses
  3. Speech Output: Convert responses to speech with Bulbul

Perfect for customer service, smart home devices, and accessibility applications.

Learn how to build a voice agent with LiveKit →

The following models are still available but are being phased out. We recommend migrating to the newer models listed above.

Saarika v2.5 Language Support (11 languages)

LanguageCodeLanguageCode
Hindihi-INKannadakn-IN
Bengalibn-INMalayalamml-IN
Tamilta-INMarathimr-IN
Telugute-INPunjabipa-IN
Gujaratigu-INOdiaod-IN
Englishen-IN