Building a future-ready workforce requires strong collaboration between academia and the skilling ecosystem.
NSDC is proud to partner with IIT Roorkee to advance specialised skilling in high-growth domains, including semiconductors, smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0 and emerging technologies.
Combining IIT Roorkee’s academic expertise with NSDC’s extensive skilling ecosystem, the partnership will focus on industry-aligned learning experiences and joint certifications to equip learners with relevant skills for India’s evolving technology and manufacturing sectors.
Together, we aim to strengthen industry-ready talent and prepare the workforce for the opportunities shaping the future of work and innovation.
Stay tuned for more.
#NSDC #IITRoorkee #SkillDevelopment #Semiconductors #SmartManufacturing #Industry
Some bonds remind us that growth is never a journey we take alone.
Built on care, strengthened by support and nurtured through encouragement, these connections inspire us to learn, grow and realise our potential.
This Bhai Dooj, celebrating the bonds that make every step forward meaningful.
Wishing you a happy Bhai Dooj!
@PMOIndia@narendramodi@MSDESkillIndia@MinOfCultureGoI
#BhaiDooj #NSDC #SkillIndia #SharedGrowth #भाईदूज
Dreaming of building with AI? Your journey starts here
Step into the future of AI with an immersive 24-day residential learning experience at the IIT Mandi campus in the Himalayas.
Admissions Open | IIT Mandi Basecamp – Generative AI Winter Residential Programme
Learn Generative AI through:
- Practical application labs
- Startup Studio
- Founder Masterclasses
- Career Launchpad
- Capstone Project & Summit Day
Programme Duration: 7 th -30 th December 2026
Location: IIT Mandi Campus
Open to students and graduates from engineering, business, commerce, arts, law, design, and related disciplines.
Click on the link below to apply today and build your future in the age of AI.
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@iit__mandi
#NSDC #SkillIndia #IITMandi #GenerativeAI #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureSkills
#AIEducation #EmergingTech #Upskilling
Govardhan Puja reminds us of the importance of gratitude, community and our deep connection with nature.
It is a celebration of abundance and the spirit of sharing - values that bring people together and give our traditions their enduring meaning.
May this festive occasion bring prosperity, harmony and happiness to every home.
Warm wishes on Govardhan Puja.
@PMOIndia@narendramodi@jayantrld@MSDESkillIndia
#GovardhanPuja2026 #NSDC #SkillIndia #IndianTraditions
Some traditions bring light into our homes. Others remind us what light truly means.
A diya travels through many hands before it becomes part of a Diwali celebration. From the artisan's craft to the warmth of a home, its journey reflects the care, effort and meaning behind our festivals.
This Diwali, may the light we welcome also remind us to value the skills and traditions that make every celebration special.
#Diwali #TheHandsBehindDiwali #NSDC #SkillIndia
@PMOIndia@narendramodi@jayantrld@MSDESkillIndia
A little light begins with a lot of skill.
Shaped by patience, guided by craftsmanship and brought to life by skilled hands, every diya carries the value of traditional knowledge passed down through generations.
This Choti Diwali, we celebrate the craft behind the light and the skills that keep our traditions glowing.
@PMOIndia@narendramodi@jayantrld@MSDESkillIndia
#ChotiDiwali #Diwali #NSDC #SkillIndia #SkilledHands
CELEBRATING INDIA'S CHAMPION. HONOURING AN ACHIEVEMENT THAT INSPIRES A NATION.
Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Government of India, met Preethi Pal, India’s para-athletics champion and Brand Ambassador of NSDC, acknowledging her inspiring journey and celebrating her remarkable double-silver triumph at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
The interaction was also attended by Shri Arunkumar Pillai, CEO, NSDC.
As NSDC’s Brand Ambassador, Preethi Pal embodies determination, excellence and the spirit of pushing boundaries. Her achievements serve as an inspiration to young people across the country.
Heartiest congratulations to Preethi Pal on this outstanding achievement!
@AsianPara_2026
#NSDC #SkillIndia #PreethiPal #ParaAthletics #AsianParaGames2026 #IndianSports
Empowering Women. Stitching Dreams. Building Futures!
Under PMKVY 4.0, young women at Livelihood College, Korba, Chhattisgarh, are acquiring industry-relevant skills in Fashion Design, transforming their creativity into opportunities.
From cutting to tailoring to professional designing and to entrepreneurship, the initiative goes beyond training, it empowers women to become financially independent, confident and self-reliant.
Every stitch brings them one step closer to Aatmanirbhar Bharat!
#PMKVY4 #SkillIndia #WomenEmpowerment #NSDC #MSDE #Chhattisgarh #LivelihoodCollegeKorba #WomenInSkills #FashionDesign #STT #AatmanirbharBharat
Strengthening industry-led skilling and expanding employment opportunities through the Tourism & Hospitality Skill Conclave 2026 in Guwahati.
The programme was attended by Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), MSDE and Minister of State for Education, as the Chief Guest; Shri Biswajit Daimary, Minister for Skills, Employment and Entrepreneurship, Government of Assam; Smt. Manasi Sahay Thakur, IAS, Joint Secretary, MSDE; Shri Arunkumar Pillai, CEO, NSDC; Shri Rubaab Sood, Vice President, NSDC International; and Shri Rajan Bahadur, CEO, THSC, alongside senior representatives from government and industry.
Key outcomes included the MoU for establishing a Skill India International Centre in Assam and LoIs for the Jorhat and Tinsukhia ITI clusters under PM-SETU, supported by NRL and OIL, respectively.
@PMOIndia@narendramodi@jayantrld@himantabiswa@BiswajitDaimar5@MSDESkillIndia@mygovindia@mygovassam@pm_setu@skillthsc@ASDM_Assam@OilIndiaLimited@NRL_MoPNG
#NSDC #PMSETU #SkillIndia #Assam #TourismAndHospitality
BUILDING A SKILLED WORKFORCE TO MEET THE GROWING DEMANDS OF TOURISM & HOSPITALITY.
The Skill Conclave 2026 in Guwahati was graced by Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), MSDE and Minister of State for Education, as the Chief Guest, alongside Shri Biswajit Daimary, Minister for Skills, Employment and Entrepreneurship, Government of Assam.
The programme brought together government representatives, industry stakeholders and the skilling ecosystem to strengthen the North-East’s skilling infrastructure and expand employment opportunities for its youth.
Key highlights included:
• SIIC Assam: MoU exchanged between MSDE and the Government of Assam to establish a Skill India International Centre in the state.
• PM-SETU: Letters of Intent signed for Jorhat and Tinsukhia ITI clusters, supported by Numaligarh Refinery Limited and Oil India Limited, respectively.
• Tourism & Hospitality: Focus on industry-relevant competencies to meet growing domestic and international demand.
• Global Opportunities: Discussions on international employment and WorldSkills as pathways for the region’s youth.
• Assam’s Initiatives: Presentation of the CM FLIGHT Scheme and the vision for a Global Skill Centre.
The conclave also featured Smt. Manasi Sahay Thakur, IAS, Joint Secretary, MSDE; Shri Arunkumar Pillai, CEO, NSDC; Shri Rubaab Sood, Vice President, NSDC International; and Shri Rajan Bahadur, CEO, THSC, who shared perspectives on strengthening the skilling ecosystem and connecting talent with emerging opportunities.
@ASDM_Assam@pm_setu@skillthsc
#SkillIndia #NSDC #Assam #PMSETU #TourismAndHospitality #SkillingIndia #GlobalOpportunities #SkillConclave #Guwahati
BUILDING A SKILLED WORKFORCE TO MEET THE GROWING DEMANDS OF TOURISM & HOSPITALITY.
The Skill Conclave 2026 in Guwahati was graced by Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), MSDE and Minister of State for Education, as the Chief Guest, alongside Shri Biswajit Daimary, Minister for Skills, Employment and Entrepreneurship, Government of Assam.
The programme brought together government representatives, industry stakeholders and the skilling ecosystem to strengthen the North-East’s skilling infrastructure and expand employment opportunities for its youth.
Key highlights included:
• SIIC Assam: MoU exchanged between MSDE and the Government of Assam to establish a Skill India International Centre in the state.
• PM-SETU: Letters of Intent signed for Jorhat and Tinsukhia ITI clusters, supported by Numaligarh Refinery Limited and Oil India Limited, respectively.
• Tourism & Hospitality: Focus on industry-relevant competencies to meet growing domestic and international demand.
• Global Opportunities: Discussions on international employment and WorldSkills as pathways for the region’s youth.
• Assam’s Initiatives: Presentation of the CM FLIGHT Scheme and the vision for a Global Skill Centre.
The conclave also featured Smt. Manasi Sahay Thakur, IAS, Joint Secretary, MSDE; Shri Arunkumar Pillai, CEO, NSDC; Shri Rubaab Sood, Vice President, NSDC International; and Shri Rajan Bahadur, CEO, THSC, who shared perspectives on strengthening the skilling ecosystem and connecting talent with emerging opportunities.
@ASDM_Assam@pm_setu@skillthsc
#SkillIndia #NSDC #Assam #PMSETU #TourismAndHospitality #SkillingIndia #GlobalOpportunities #SkillConclave #Guwahati
Attended the Northeast Tourism & Hospitality Skill Conclave 2026 in Guwahati, alongside Hon’ble Minister Sh @BiswajitDaimar5.
Led by @MSDESkillIndia, with support from @NSDCIndia and the @skillthsc, the Conclave focused on strengthening tourism-led skilling, industry partnerships and international mobility opportunities for the youth of the North-East.
The occasion also witnessed the exchange of an MoU between MSDE and the Government of Assam for establishing a Skill India International Centre (SIIC), and the exchange of LoIs of PM-SETU clusters with Numaligarh Refinery Limited and Oil India Limited.
These partnerships aim to strengthen industry-aligned skilling infrastructure, create opportunities, and equip the youth of the North-East with skills for emerging domestic and international markets!
Unity gives us strength; skills give us the means to build a stronger nation.
This National Unity Day, let us move forward together, recognising the contribution of every skill in shaping India's progress.
Remembering Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary.
#RashtriyaEktaDiwas2026 #SardarVallabhbhaiPatel #NSDC #SkillIndia #MSDE
Building future-ready talent through meaningful academic and industry collaboration!
NSDC is proud to join hands with NIT Agartala to introduce joint Skilling pathways aimed at strengthening industry-relevant skills, enhancing employability, and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among learners.
By bringing together academic expertise and industry insights, this partnership will create accessible learning opportunities that empower individuals with practical competencies, unlock new career pathways, and encourage lifelong learning.
Stay tuned for exciting programme announcements!
#NSDC #NITAgartala #SkillIndia #FutureReadySkills #SkillDevelopment #IndustryAcademiaCollaboration
Recognising skills. Strengthening industry standards.
Project DAKSH – Technician Assessment & Certification Programme was formally inaugurated in Chennai on 27 October 2026, marking an important milestone in the collaboration between Blue Star Limited, NSDC and ESSCI.
Led by NSDC, Project DAKSH aims to assess, recognise and certify Blue Star technicians across a range of technical competencies, spanning Room Air Conditioning (RAC), Refrigeration Products (RPD) and other areas, strengthening industry-aligned skills assessment and recognising technical excellence.
#NSDC #BlueStar #ESSCI #ProjectDAKSH #SkillIndia #IndustrySkill #SkillExcellence #CertificationProgramme
Alok Shriram, Managing Director, DCM Shriram International Ltd., highlights the importance of private sector participation in skill development, particularly in addressing industry’s demand for skilled talent.
He emphasises how collaborative, outcome-driven financing can encourage greater corporate investment in skilling through CSR, translating industry participation into stronger skills and better opportunities for youth.
@PMOIndia@narendramodi@CMMadhyaPradesh@jayantrld@KrishnaGaurBJP@ashishchauhan@MPLodha@DCMShriramLtd@MSDESkillIndia@mintechnicalmp@MP_MyGov
#NSDC #SkillIndia #SkillDevelopment #IndustryPartnerships #CSR
NSDC's maiden issue witnessed oversubscription, reflecting strong investor participation.
This initiative marks:
- A first-of-its-kind Central and State Government-funded skilling project with private sector contribution through the Social Stock Exchange.
- The first NSE Social Stock Exchange project funded by the private sector through CSR participation.
- The first-of-its-kind SSE blended product with a 15% beneficiary contribution to ensure commitment to outcomes.
- The first Outcome-Based Skilling Project for International Mobility.
Financing skills. Expanding opportunities. Empowering youth.
@PMOIndia@narendramodi@CMMadhyaPradesh@jayantrld@KrishnaGaurBJP@ashishchauhan@MPLodha@DCMShriramLtd@MSDESkillIndia@mintechnicalmp@MP_MyGov
#NSDC #SkillIndia #SocialStockExchange #SkillDevelopment #SocialImpact