Our Affiliations

Directorate General of Training

The Directorate General of Training (DGT) in the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship is the apex organisation for development and coordination at the National level for the programmes relating to vocational training including Women's Vocational Training. Industrial Training Institutes are under the administrative and financial control of State Governments or Union Territory Administrations. DGT also operates Vocational Training Schemes in some of the specialized areas through field institutes under its direct control. Development of these programmes at the national level, particularly in the area concerning common policies, common standards, and procedures, training of instructors, and trade testing is the responsibility of the DGT. But, the day-to-day administration of Industrial Training Institutes rests with the State Governments/ Union Territories Administrations.

Furniture & Fittings Skill Council

Furniture & Fittings Skill Council (FFSC) is a Not-for-Profit organization, registered under Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860. The Council has been promoted by CII (Confederation of Indian Industry) with financial support from the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). The aim of the sector skill council is to focus on establishing an effective and efficient eco-system for the development and imparting of skills for the Furniture& Fittings industry including relevant curriculum, courses, information database, delivery system, standardization, accreditation, and certification processes to enhance the employability of the Indian workforce globally.

Healthcare Sector Skill Council

TThe Healthcare Sector Skill Council (HSSC) is a Not-for-Profit, Non- Statutory Certifying Organization, under the ambit of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. The Council has been promoted by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), National Skills Development Corporation (NSDC), and Healthcare Industry Leaders representing both public and private sectors. The key objective of the Council is to create a robust and vibrant eco-system for quality vocational education and skill development in the Healthcare space in the country.

Beauty Wellness Sector Skill Council

B&WSSC is not for profit organization promoted by CII with financial support from NSDC, under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. The aim is to establish an effective and efficient eco-system for the development and imparting of skills in the Beauty and Wellness industry including content & curriculum, courses, information databases, delivery systems, standardization of the accreditation, and certification process to enhance employability of the Indian workforce globally. Council is chaired by Dr. Blossom Kochhar along with industry icons like Ms. Gurpreet Seble as the Council Members. Since its inception, it has grown exponentially making its presence in 29 States & 7 UTs, for training and certifying over 7 lakhs youth by helping them be employable /self-employable, with a certificate in Beauty and Wellness, recognised by the Government of India.

U.P. Skill Development Mission

A National Skill Development Policy was launched in 2009 with the aim of skilling 500 million persons by 2022. Under the National Plan, the State of Uttar Pradesh aims to skill over 4 million youth by the end of the 12th Five Year Plan. To achieve this target and provide employable skills to the youth of the State, the Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission (UPSDM) has been instituted. Based on the learnings and experiences of other states, the Government of Uttar Pradesh has developed a unique structure for UPSDM. UPSDM acts as an integrated mission that combines the efforts of various State Departments in achieving the skill development targets for the State.UPSDM is the implementing agency for skill development targeted at enhancing employability in Uttar Pradesh, subsuming the targets of various State Departments such as Rural Development, Urban Development, Labour, Minority Welfare, Social Welfare, etc.

Mission for Elimination of Poverty in Municipal Areas

The Mission for Elimination of Poverty in Municipal Areas (MEPMA) is a Government of AP Society forming part of the Department of Municipal Administration & Urban Development. It was launched on 1st September 2007 by Smt. Sonia Gandhi, UPA Chairperson. Sri. N. Kiran Kumar Reddy, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh is the Chairman of Governing body whereas Sri M. Maheedhar Reddy, Hon’ble Minister for Municipal Administration & Urban Development Department is the Vice-Chairman. The Principal Secretary, Municipal Administration, is the chairman of MEPMA’s Executive Committee. Mission Director, MEPMA, and his team implement the urban poverty alleviation schemes. The district units are headed by Projects Directors. The empowerment of urban poor women, especially those residing in slums, is the main objective of MEPMA.

National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme

In an endeavor to promote apprenticeship in India, a new scheme, National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) has been launched by the Government in August 2016. The scheme entails financial support to establishments undertaking apprenticeship programs.

National Urban Livelihoods Mission

The National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM) was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs on 23rd September 2013, to provide self-employment opportunities and skilled wage employment. The core idea of this initiative is to empower the poor with the right amount of resources and guidance. The scheme hopes to guide them with just that. This results in an overall improvement in their livelihoods so that they can earn a regular, stable income, as opposed to the minimum daily wage. At first, this mission would build strong institutions for the poor at the grassroots level and eventually link them to the entrepreneurial and startup revolution of India. The mission also aims at providing the urban poor and homeless with shelter that has basic necessities available to them. Additionally, the mission also addresses livelihood issues of the urban street vendors, by giving them access to suitable spaces, social security, institutional credit, and skills for the urban street vendors to enable them to access emerging market opportunities.

Odisha State Employment Mission

Govt. of Odisha has started the Odisha State Employment Mission (OSEM). Odisha OSEM mission is a part of the skill development training program which aims to provide marketable skills to youth to help them in getting a good job. This skill development program is an integral part of SGSY and training is provided based on market demand and potential market opportunities. Odisha State Employment Mission training program is designed to cover both skill development and enterprise development.

Paschim Banga Society for Skill Development

The government of West Bengal is Committed to large-scale Skill development for its youth population to improve the scope of gainful employment and entrepreneurial opportunities under the WBSDM (West Bengal Skill Development Mission) chaired by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of West Bengal. To ensure that the above commitment is met successfully the Department of Technical Education, Training & Skill Development; Government of West Bengal has launched the "Utkarsh Bangla", a flagship scheme on 16th February 2016 under the aegis of the PBSSD (Paschim Banga Society for Skill Development) for placement linked short-term skill training across the State of West Bengal. Applicants can register here for All Short-term Skill development training being offered by PBSSD (Paschim Banga Society for Skill Development), Government of West Bengal.