The 47th meeting of the National Skills Qualifications Committee (NSQC) was held on February 25, 2026, under the chairpersonship of Smt. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Chairperson of the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET). The meeting reviewed 58 qualifications, National Occupational…
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MSDE Reviews Rajasthan Skilling, Boosts PM-SETU Rollout
Greater coordination between the Centre and Rajasthan is set to accelerate skill development, apprenticeship expansion, and international job pathways for youth. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has conducted a high-level review with the Government of Rajasthan to assess progress on key skilling initiatives and outline a roadmap…
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Amroha Kaushal Mahotsav: 2,400 Youth Get Job Offers
The Amroha Kaushal Mahotsav emerged as a major milestone in strengthening grassroots employment, with over 2,400 youth receiving job offers across diverse sectors. Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, personally handed over appointment letters to selected candidates,…
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NSQC Clears 80 Skill Qualifications for Industry Readiness
The National Skills Qualifications Committee (NSQC) held its 45th meeting on February 6, 2026, under the chairpersonship of Smt. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Chairperson of the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET). The meeting marked a significant step towards strengthening India’s…
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MSDE, IPE Global Sign MoU to Boost Women-Centric Skilling
New Delhi: In a decisive push towards women-led development, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IPE Global Limited to enhance a gender-responsive and future-ready skilling ecosystem for young women across India. The collaboration marks a significant step in aligning India’s…
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PM-SETU to Upgrade 1,000 ITIs, Boost Startups
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme, a major reform initiative aimed at modernising vocational education and strengthening India’s skilling ecosystem. The PM-SETU scheme seeks to enhance the quality, relevance, and industry alignment of training imparted through Industrial…
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Skill India 2026 Restructure Empowers Marginalized
The Union Cabinet, on 7th February 2025, approved the continuation and restructuring of the Central Sector Scheme of Skill India Programme (SIP) for FY 2022-23 to 2025-26. The programme now comprises three key components: Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 (PMKVY 4.0), Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS), and…
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PM-SETU Scheme Aims to Upgrade ITIs for Industry-Ready Skills
The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme, aimed at enhancing the quality and relevance of vocational training across India. The initiative focuses on modernizing infrastructure, introducing industry-aligned courses, and strengthening industry linkages to improve employability outcomes. Key Objectives of PM-SETU…
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IndiaSkills 2025–26 North-East Competition Inaugurated
The IndiaSkills Regional Competition 2025–26 for the North-East was inaugurated today at Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam, by Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Youth from eight North-Eastern states will compete across 26 skill categories, showcasing the region’s growing talent and potential to…
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IndiaSkills NE Meet 2025–26 Opens at Gauhati Univ
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship is set to host the North East Regional Competition of IndiaSkills 2025–26 at Gauhati University, Assam, from January 19 to 22, marking a historic milestone in India’s national skilling journey. For the first time, a dedicated IndiaSkills regional competition is being organised exclusively…