The Secretary, Youth, Employment and Skill Development Department, Govt. of Bihar-cum-CEO, Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM), invites RFP proposals (Two Bid System) for Selection of Anchor Industry Partner (AIP) to Upgradation of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in Bihar under Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation Through Upgraded ITIs (PM SETU).
Overview of the PM SETU Scheme
The Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India has launched the PM SETU Scheme with a total budgetary allocation of Rs. 60,000 crore for the upgradation of 1,000 ITIs (comprising 200 Hub ITIs and 800 Spoke ITIs) and capacity augmentation of five National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs) over a period of five years.
The Scheme shall be implemented with 50% funding support from the Central Government, 33% contribution from the State Government, and 17% participation from Industry.
Each cluster shall comprise one Hub ITI and four Spoke ITIs, with a total investment of Rs. 241.00 crore per cluster (1 Hub + 4 Spokes). Under the initiative, Hub ITIs shall introduce up to four (4) new courses and upgrade ten (10) existing courses, while Spoke ITIs shall introduce two (2) new courses and upgrade eight (8) existing courses, along with specialized short-term programs for both ITI and non-ITI students (including engineering and work-based diploma courses), and facilities such as Training of Trainers (ToT), placement services, innovation centers, and production units.
For each cluster, one Anchor Industry Partner (AIP) shall be onboarded through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process, based on the submission of a Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) for the respective cluster.
The PM SETU Scheme envisages upgradation of 1,000 ITIs in a Hub-and-Spoke Model in partnership with industry partners through PPP mode. The curriculum will be updated to align with industry demands, and new courses will be introduced to address evolving skill needs. The primary model for implementing the Scheme will be industry-led, wherein a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) will be formed to implement the Scheme at the cluster level.
There will be a National Steering Committee (NSC) to oversee the Scheme, coordinate with State/UT Governments, and monitor implementation. This committee will serve as the main decision-making body to ensure smooth execution. The NSC, chaired by the MSDE Secretary, may include senior officials from NCVET, DGT, States/UTs, other relevant Ministries (e.g., Ministry of Education, Ministry of Heavy Industries, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Ministry of Labour and Employment, etc.), and key members of academia and industry. The National Steering Committee will have overall responsibility for all activities under the National ITI Upgradation Scheme.
Eligibility Criteria:
The Bidder shall mandatorily be one of the following types:
- A registered private or public limited company engaged in manufacturing or services, including Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
- An industry association or consortium representing one or more major sectors (at least 5 years old industry association)
- An industry-led foundation (CSR / philanthropic arm of a company / industry group)
- An industry-promoted / operated academic or training institution
Scope of Work:
Selected partners are expected to bring strategic leadership, co-investment, technical know-how and long-term commitment (5 years) toward upgrading ITIs for vocational education. The responsibilities and activities expected from the Anchor Industry Partner include, but are not limited to:
- Governance and Strategic Leadership
- Participation as a member of the SPV.
- Prepare the Strategic Investment Plan (SIP), including HR structure and training roadmap, infrastructure development blueprint, and annual work plans.
- Serve on sub-committees (e.g., Curriculum, Infrastructure, Placement) as required.
- Financial Contribution and Revenue Models
- Contribution of a minimum of 17% of the infrastructure cost) for the upgradation of Hub and-Spoke ITI cluster.
- Contribution towards training programs, innovation labs or incubation centres.
- Participation in revenue generation models, including:
- Paid training and consulting services
- Use of shared infrastructure/labs for upskilling
- Industry-paid assessment, certifications, or micro-credentials
- Co-Design and Delivery of Training
- Co-develop long-term and short-term training programs based on:
- Industry-aligned curriculum
- NSQF/QP-NOS frameworks
- Modular, blended and job-linked formats
- Integrate on-the-job training (OJT), apprenticeships alignment with local demand for jobs.
- Co-develop long-term and short-term training programs based on:
- Infrastructure Design and Lab Setup
- Advise and execute in developing:
- Sector-specific labs, tools, simulators, digital classrooms
- Workshop design and layout plans
- Lab upgradation roadmap
- Provide access to industry training facilities for practical exposure, assessment, and internships.
- Advise and execute in developing:
- Human Resource and Faculty Development
- Collaborate with DGT and NSTI to design and deliver Training of Trainers (ToT) programs (pre-service and in-service)
- Faculty immersion/sabbatical in industry
- Pedagogy enhancement sessions
- Collaborate with DGT and NSTI to design and deliver Training of Trainers (ToT) programs (pre-service and in-service)
- Employment, Placement, and Incubation Support
- Facilitate in Employment and Placement through:
- Job placements for ITIs graduates
- Internships and apprenticeships with participating companies
- Facilitate in Employment and Placement through:
- Outreach and Branding
- Inclusive design- Open and accessible to all demographics, including women, rural youth, PwDs and underserved groups.
- Co-create branding and outreach strategies for the ITIs, including:
- Participation in skill fairs and summits
- Job/Placement Fairs,
- Employer and youth engagement campaigns
- Branding of labs or training programmes
- Institutional Sustainability and Long-Term Engagement
- Commit to multi-year partnership (minimum 5 years) with annual review mechanisms.
- Participate in resource mobilization, capacity building and long-term planning for sustainability of the model
- Government Support
ITIs to be upgraded:
| Name of Hub ITI | Name of Spoke ITI | District |
|---|---|---|
| ITI, Patna City | ITI Arwal ITI Jehanabad ITI Masaurhi ITI Bihta, Danapur | Patna |
| ITI, Kalyanbigha, Nalanda | ITI Rajgir, Nalanda ITI Hilsa, Nalanda WITI Nalanda ITI Shekhpura | Nalanda |
| ITI, Tarapur, Munger | ITI (Lwe), Giddhaur ITI Lakhisarai ITI Haweli, Kharagpur, Munger ITI Banka | Munger |
| ITI, Darbhanga | ITI Benipur, Darbhanga ITI Bisfi (Madhubani) WITI Madhubani ITI Samastipur | Darbangha |
Mode of Submission: Online
