NSDC to Expand Reach with 50 New Skilling Centres, 10 International Academies
New Delhi: The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) announced today expansion of its skilling footprint across India, with plans to set up 50 new Future Skill Centres and 10 NSDC International Academies. NSDC is Public Private Partnership (PPP) enterprise working under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship.
According to NSDC CEO and MD of NSDC International, Ved Mani Tiwari, the new centres and academies will focus on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and cybersecurity. “We aim to train over 2 lakh candidates and establish over 2.70 lakh square feet of training infrastructure,” Tiwari said.
The expansion is part of NSDC’s efforts to bridge the gap between industry requirements and the skills of the Indian workforce. The organization has already partnered with 33 global corporations and established 21 Future Skills Centres in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
As per NSDC,The reach of its initiatives have extended across 36 sector skill councils, covering more than 750 districts and engaging 200,000 employers. Additionally, capacity-building efforts include more than 30,000 million financing facility, 72,000 skill teachers, and over 43,000 skill assessors, ensuring a robust and sustainable skill development ecosystem.
NSDC International has also made significant strides in promoting international mobility, with over 64,000 candidates deployed across 22 countries. The organization has aggregated 88,924 overseas jobs and facilitated training and job placements across 19 industries.
The expansion plans are expected to have a significant impact on India’s skill development ecosystem, enabling millions of youth to acquire industry-relevant skills and access better employment opportunities.
