
We, at NSDC are paving the way for India to become the Skill Capital of the world. We work at the grassroots level to create a lasting impact upon the lives of people, their families and communities. Our nation-wide skill training initiatives aim at empowering the individuals, providing them an opportunity to earn a better livelihood and respect in the community.
Our team, an amalgamation of top-level professionals from diverse backgrounds, is driven by a shared vision, strategy and culture. Our successful journey so far is a testimony of the strong and vigorous workforce leading the NSDC family.


A Unique Public Private Partnership
National Skill Development Corporation, established in 2009 is a unique Public Private Partnership (PPP) enterprise under the aegis of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
The Government of India holds 49% equity while the private sector owns 51% of NSDC. With the constant support of the government and the persistent trust vested upon us by the industry, we are catalyzing inclusive growth and empowering the workforce of the country.
Understanding NSDC’s unique position
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India’s skill development landscape

Our Milestones
NSDC is launched under the Ministry of Finance
Inauguration of NSDC by then Finance Minister, Pranab Mukherjee
First proposal for financial assistance approved by NSDC
First disbursement of funds by NSDC
Udaan, the first scheme implemented by NSDC with Ministry of Home Affairs
NSDC would lead the WorldSkills India
STAR, first monetary scheme launched by NSDC
Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) established
NSDC comes under the aegis of MSDE
PMKVY 1.0 launched by MSDE, to be executed by NSDC
PMKVY 2.0 launched by MSDE, to be executed by NSDC
First IndiaSkills Competition held at New Delhi
NSDC participated at Republic Day parade through a Skill India Tableau
Pre-Departure Orientation Training launched, first ever 5 day Training of Trainers for IISC Trainers flagged off
NSDC moves to its new office in Aerocity, New Delhi
WorldSkills held in Abu Dhabhi, India wins 1 silver, 1 bronze & 9 Medallions of Excellence
Begins implementation of Apprenticeship scheme, under the guidance of MSDE
Skill India Portal, the skill development management system instituted
Launch of RPL with Best-in-Class Employers under PMKVY
National awareness media campaign - 'Fark Dikh Raha Hai' launched
IndiaSkills National Competition organized at New Delhi
Skill Saathi, nation-wide counselling initiative for youth rolled out
The legacy continues....