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Advanced Vocational Training Scheme
Ministry: Ministry Of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship
The scheme aims to provide innovative, effective and integrated training opportunities for work force who need new skills to enjoy the dignity that comes with employment, independence and self-reliance.
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About This Scheme
The scheme "Advanced Vocational Training Scheme (AVTS)" has been launched by the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India. It aims to upgrade and update the skills of the industrial workforce through short-term modular training. Through this scheme, short-term training courses of 1 to 6 weeks are provided to industrial workers, technicians, supervisors, engineers, instructors, and technical students for skill upgradation. The scheme is implemented by National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs) under the Directorate General of Training (DGT), including NSTIs at Mumbai, Kanpur, Howrah, Hyderabad (Vidyanagar), Chennai, Hyderabad (Ramanthapur), Ludhiana, Dehradun, Calicut, Bangalore, Jamshedpur, and other centres. The training is offered in selected skill areas through regular and tailor-made courses designed as per the requirements of industries and establishments. The institute is equipped with workshops, laboratories, hostel facilities, and other infrastructure to support training. The scheme was launched in collaboration with UNDP/ILO and is delivered through modular courses to meet the training demands of industries and institutions. > Mission: - To continuously upgrade the skills of the industrial workforce for higher productivity - Bridging the gap between academics and industries for suitable placement for the young generation in technical fields > Objective: - To ensure a steady flow of skilled worker to the industries in different trades. - To raise the quality and quantity of the industrial production by systematic training of potential workers. - To enhance employability of educated youth for skilled and supervisory jobs through training. - To upgrade and update the skills of technical personnels of industries, Govt. Departments and Organizations for diversification in production and keeping them abreast with the technological advancement. - To conduct need-based training Program for industries, departments and organizations in the form of tailor-made programs. - Rendering consultancy in training/production techniques.
Benefits
₹100
Short-Term Skill Training:
- Training duration ranges from 1 week to 6 weeks.
- Courses are modular and industry-oriented.
- Training provided in emerging sectors such as:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Cloud Computing
- Cyber Security
- CAD/CAM/CNC
- Hydraulics and Pneumatics
- Automobile Engineering
- Welding Technology
- Electronics and Electrical Systems
- Solar Technology
- Fashion Designing
- Aeronautical Structure
- Courses are designed according to the requirements of industries and establishments.
- Helps industrial workers, engineers, and technicians update skills with the latest technologies.
- Access to workshops, laboratories, library, hostel, and training facilities.
- Application Fee: ₹100/- per participant per course
- Gymkhana Fee: ₹10/- per course
- Tuition Fee (Per Week):
- Government Departments: ₹1,250/- (Regular), ₹2,500/- (Tailor-made)
- Medium/Large Industries: ₹2,000/- (Regular), ₹4,000/- (Tailor-made)
- Small Scale Industries/Private Candidates: ₹1,000/-
- Technical Institutes: ₹1,000/- (Regular), ₹2,000/- (Tailor-made)
- State Directorates: NIL
- Limited hostel available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Charges: ₹100/- per day per participant.
Eligibility
Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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Required Documents
- ✦Aadhaar Card / Aadhaar Enrolment ID
- ✦Identity Proof (Any One): Voter ID Card / PAN Card / Passport / Driving License / NPR Card
- ✦Educational Qualification Certificate (SSC / ITI / Diploma / Degree in Engineering – as applicable to prove eligibility)
- ✦Proof of Ongoing ITI Training (only for candidates claiming fee exemption)
- ✦Passport Size Photograph
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
IIn-person
- Identify the relevant AVTS short-term course from the course schedule.
- Prepare nomination/application for the selected course.
- Submit the nomination to NSTI at least 15 days before the course commencement.
- Obtain the application form through the institute's communication (offline/official contact).
- Make payment of the application fee of ₹100/- and the gymkhana fee of ₹10/-.
- Prepare Demand Draft in favour of:
- “Drawing & Disbursing Officer (DDO), RDAT-UP”, payable at NSTI.
- Submit the Demand Draft at the time of admission or pay through the available online mode.
- Report to NSTI on the course start date.
- Pay the tuition fee on the first day of course commencement.
- If required, apply for hostel facility (subject to availability).
- Attend training from 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM (Monday to Friday).
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹100