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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ICAR, Dr. Reddy’s Foundation Partner to Boost Agri Skills
In a significant public-private partnership, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Dr. Reddy’s Foundation (DRF) signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on February 19, 2026, at the ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (ICAR-NAARM) in Hyderabad. The collaboration aims to enhance agricultural vocational training, strengthen farmer extension…
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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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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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PM-SETU Workshop in Pune Boosts India’s Skilling
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra, is set to host a major industry consultation in Pune under the PM-SETU initiative, marking a significant step towards reshaping India’s vocational education and skilling landscape. The workshop, scheduled at the Yashwantrao Chavan Academy of…
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NIFTEM-K Signs MoU to Implement PM Vikas Skill Scheme
The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Kundli, has taken a significant step towards empowering minority youth by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Minority Affairs to implement the PM Vikas Scheme. The agreement was formalised on December 22, 2025, in New Delhi,…
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Five New Centres of Excellence to Boost Skilling
New Delhi, December 16: In a major step towards strengthening India’s skilling ecosystem, the Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of five National Centres of Excellence (NCoE) under the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme. These centres, announced in the Union Budget 2025-26, will be set…