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We’re back! This week’s edition is packed with exclusive opportunities to collaborate with apex organizations driving the skilling and TVET agenda. Whether you are an individual expert or a specialized agency, your next big project in the global skills landscape starts here.
As we look at the landscape this February, the momentum is undeniable. Following the Union Budget 2026, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has seen a massive 62% increase in allocation, with a laser focus on the PM-SETU scheme to transform ITIs. Meanwhile, the World Bank’s recent $830 million approval for India’s youth employability ensures that the bridge between training and industry-ready jobs is stronger than ever. Whether it’s the rise of the “Orange Economy” (AVGC) or the shift toward AI-ready talent, the ecosystem is ripe for those ready to lead the charge.
🧠 Skilling Trivia of the Week Question: Which major international skill competition, often referred to as the “Olympics of Skills,” is scheduled to be held in Shanghai, China, in September 2026?
- A) Global Skills Challenge
- B) WorldSkills
- C) EuroSkills
- D) TVET World Expo
RFP | Last date today
Home Management and Care Givers Sector Skill Council is inviting RFP from interested and eligible Training Partners in Tripura for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) of SHG Members under approved skilling initiative in the state
Click here for details, apply fast!
RFP PM-SETU Scheme
Directorate Skill Development Training Haryana invites RFP from agency for Project Monitoring Unit under PM-SETU Scheme
From The World Bank
World Bank Bolsters India’s Workforce with New Financing to Modernize Skills Training under Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU)
RFP | Consultancy Services
Haryana Skill Development Mission intends to engage a Consultancy Firm/ Agency, through this RFP Proposal, to deploy special manpower for consultancy (SMC) for implementation of the skill development schemes.
Women’s Skilling is central for India’s inclusive growth and workforce transformation. – Secretary, Debashree Mukherjee, MSDE
Collaborations | MSDE x IPE Global
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) partners with IPE Global Limited to strengthen a gender-responsive and future-ready skilling ecosystem for young women across India aiming to increase participation of women in aspirational job roles, and enable stronger linkages between skilling, employability, and inclusive economic growth. | Read More
Impact of EU-India FTA on Skilling
The FTA will open duty-free or reduced-tariff access for a large portion of Indian exports into the EU — especially in labour-intensive and skill-intensive sectorssuch as textiles, leather goods, engineering products, gems & jewellery, pharmaceuticals, and professional services.
➡️ India’s workforce could see millions of additional jobs — especially in semi-skilled and skilled trades — if supply chains expand and firms scale production for global markets.
Skill India Programme in Improved Avatar
MSDE is hitting the reset button on Skill India! 🔄 The new restructuring of the Skill India Programme aims to supercharge outreach and connect millions of youth to high-value jobs…
Notices & Circulars
Notice for cancellation of RFP for Implementation of PM-SETU Scheme in Maharashtra | Read Official Notice
Did you miss out??
Experts from industry, skilling, education, entrepreneurship share views and opinion on Budget 2026-27
Read what they say, Click here
AI Skilling
Krishnamurthy Tandon School of Artificial Intelligence to be established at Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, recently MoU was signed
Here’s what all you need to know about this partnership, click here
Job Openings
- Vocational Training & Administration Manager at Together Foundation | Read details to apply
- Sector Expert Skill Development in Raipur, Chhattisgarh | Check out details and application procedure
|| * Answer to the Trivia Question: WorldSkills * ||
WorldSkills is a biannual international skills competition — often called the Olympics of Skills — where young skilled professionals from around the world compete in various technical and vocational trades to win medals and showcase excellence. 📍 48th WorldSkills Competition 🗓️ 22–27 September 2026 📍 National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai, China
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