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The National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) has recognized the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) as an Awarding Body with dual status. This enables BIEAP to award, assess, and certify learners where training is provided in their fully managed campuses or centers. The initial qualification approved
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The Indian Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has emphasized the importance of On-the-Job Training (OJT) under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 (PMKVY 4.0) to expose candidates to industry practices. Training providers must document OJT details on the SIDH portal to avoid penalties for non-compliance. For
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The Government of India, through its Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, has implemented several measures to enhance the global mobility of Indian skilled professionals. These initiatives span sectors like healthcare, construction, IT, hospitality, and green technologies. Key efforts include signing bilateral agreements and partnerships with countries like Italy, Germany,
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The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras (PMKKs) are model training centers established to deliver skill training across India, particularly focusing on marginalized communities. Operated under a Public Private Partnership model, these centers serve women, persons with disabilities, and various disadvantaged groups. Currently, there are 597 PMKKs operational across India, offering skilling
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The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), under the Skill India Mission, coordinates an extensive network of skill development centers across India. Initiatives such as the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS) scheme, National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), and Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) enable comprehensive
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The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), spearheaded by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship since 2015, focuses on skill development through Short Term Training (STT) and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). PMKVY 4.0, introduced in fiscal year 2022-23, emphasizes market-oriented training to enhance employability. The scheme’s
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The Indian government continues its 'National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme' (NAPS), now implemented nationwide through NAPS-2 since 2022-23, focusing on micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Under this scheme, launched initially in 2016, apprentices receive a partial stipend—25% of the total, up to Rs. 1,500 monthly—delivered
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The Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) has announced the establishment of 9 new Technology Centres under the Technology Centre Systems Programme (TCSP). With an allocation of Rs. 200 crore for fiscal year 2025-26, these centres aim to provide training and skill development support to MSME entrepreneurs and
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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries in India has launched various initiatives to address the skills gap in the food processing sector. The Food Industry Capacity and Skill Initiative (FICSI) offers more than 60 NCVET-approved job roles, reflecting industry requirements in areas such as plant-based proteins and fortified foods. Through
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The Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS) Scheme, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, has successfully trained over 32.5 lakh individuals across India between 2018 and 2025. This government-backed initiative focuses on enhancing the skills of non-literates, neo-literates, and school dropouts to boost household incomes through self or wage
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The Government of India reports a decrease in the national unemployment rate from 6.0% in 2017-18 to 3.2% in 2023-24, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey conducted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The reduction is consistent across both rural and urban areas, with Maharashtra
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India showcased its growing prowess in global skills competitions by securing the 8th position in its first-ever participation at the WorldSkills Asia Competition 2025. The Indian contingent of 23 competitors excelled in both traditional and tech-driven skill categories, securing one Silver, two Bronzes, and three Medallions for Excellence. The competition,