Training Methodology

Initiative: Indian Institutes of Skills (IIS); Core Idea: First IIS Kanpur (2016, foundation laid 19 Dec 2016) — inspired by Singapore's ITE model; six IIS planned

Initiative: Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY); Core Idea: Launched 15 Jul 2015; flagship outcome-based skill-training scheme of MSDE — PMKVY 4.0 (2022-26) added AI, robotics, 3-D printing

Initiative: Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras (PMKKs); Core Idea: One model training centre per district — implemented via NSDC

Initiative: National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS); Core Idea: 25% of stipend (max Rs 1,500/month/apprentice) reimbursed; targets revised under NAPS 2.0

Initiative: IndiaSkills Competition; Core Idea: National skill Olympiad; launched 15 Jul 2016 (1st World Youth Skills Day) — feeds WorldSkills International

Initiative: Directorate General of Training (DGT) – NIOS MoU (14 Jul 2016); Core Idea: Academic equivalence to ITI / NTC qualifications

Initiative: Skill India Digital (Sep 2023); Core Idea: Single digital portal for all MSDE schemes — integrated with DigiLocker

is one which is not only skilled in creating, acquiring and transferring knowledge but also at modifying behaviour to reflect new knowledge and insights.