The NSDC International Academy is a landmark initiative to bridge the gap between Indian youth and global employment opportunities. It serves as a center of excellence, offering specialized training programs aligned with the skill demands of various countries. The academy engages with students enrolled in its programs with the AI and VR facilities and advanced labs.
This centre aims to empower individuals with the skills needed to thrive in today’s competitive global workforce. The academy specializes in internationally recognized language certifications, ensuring that candidates receive globally accepted qualifications. These include OSD certifications for German, JLPT for Japanese, and IELTS for English, making graduates well-prepared for global opportunities.
With a target of training over 1,000 candidates annually, the NSDC International Academy is committed to addressing the demands of both local and international job markets. As part of its mission to enhance employability, the academy will provide placement assistance and establish partnerships with industry leaders to facilitate valuable interview opportunities for its graduates.

The NSDC International Academy in Greater Noida stands as a flagship initiative of the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), dedicated to transforming India’s workforce by providing training and certifications recognised globally. This premier skill development institution offers specialised courses in various fields, including foreign languages, healthcare, employability skills, and aviation, ensuring that Indian youth are well-prepared for international career opportunities. The facility features modern classrooms equipped with interactive technology and advanced labs focused on soft skills and language learning with resources that will enable hands-on training and practical application of the learnings. The academy also includes dedicated counselling rooms to provide career guidance and psychological support, fostering holistic development among students. With residential facilities accommodating up to 500 candidates, the NSDC International Academy offers an immersive learning environment that promotes both academic and personal growth.

Skill Verification Program (SVP) aims to verify that Indian professional workers possess the required qualifications and skills to perform their professions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

• Leverage professional examinations to elevate workforce skills and drive excellence by enhancing the quality of labor market services.
• Forge stronger partnerships with the private sector to foster mutual growth while safeguarding the labor market by limiting the entry of unskilled workers.

Overseas Skill Centres of Excellence to provide scalable, culturally aligned, and internationally benchmarked skill development ecosystem are proposed to be setup in Gulf Cooperation Council(GCC) countries. Such centres under a new Joint Venture (JV) will implement and integrate future skills initiatives aligned with economic modernization vision of the host countries.

To provide timely and critical and information to migrant workers holistic information kit for: pre-employment, pre-departure and post arrival of workers have been made for 30 high priority countries.

 Today ‘Skill Economy’ is market led as new age learning is finding its way in the skill development eco-system. We are witnessing an accelerated fee-based market as youths from urban and semi urban areas are recognizing the availability of skilling and livelihood improvement opportunities. There are ample opportunities for choice of skill courses for any aspiring candidate in sectors such as healthcare, IT, AI-data science, cloud application, digital marketing, hospitality, animation, gaming, graphic designing, drone technology, etc.  These are demand led courses for which the fee is paid by the candidate through self-financing or by availing skill-loan. To scale up the market for fee-based advanced level skill courses, there is a need to ensure availability of funding avenues for candidates to undertake such advanced level courses as these courses entail higher course fees. Access to finance is a significant constraint for many aspiring candidates to pay for futuristic and in-demand industry skills courses. Skill Loan Guarantee Scheme (Scheme) anchored by Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship has been modified in July 2024 to ensure supply of affordable institutional credit to individuals for undertaking skill development courses.

The Modified Skill Loan Guarantee Scheme notified in July 2024 brings significant changes compared to the earlier scheme launched in July 2015. These changes are aimed at expanding the scheme's reach and effectiveness in supporting skill development across India.

• Loan Limit:
  1. 2015 Scheme: The maximum loan amount was capped at ₹1.5 lakh.
  2. 2024 Scheme: The loan limit has been increased to ₹7.5 lakh, allowing students to access larger financial support, especially for high-cost courses.
• Eligible Lending Institutions:
  1. 2015 Scheme: Only banks were eligible lending institutions for providing loans.
  2. 2024 Scheme: The revised scheme includes non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), micro-finance institutions (MFIs), and small finance banks as eligible lenders, broadening the access points for students.
• Course Coverage:
  1. 2015 Scheme: Primarily focused on courses aligned with the National Skill Qualifications Framework (NSQF).
  2. 2024 Scheme: Now includes a wider range of skill development courses, including non-NSQF courses offered by Training Entities on-boarded on Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), thereby offering more options for students.
• Course Fee:
  1. 2015 Scheme: Only tuition/course fee was included as an eligible component for loan
  2. 2024 Scheme: Apart from the regular course fee, the component of skill loan also includes any other reasonable expenditure found necessary for completion of the course including but not limited to assessment fee, examination fee, library charges, laboratory fee, caution deposit, purchase of books, equipment’s and instruments, etc. may also be covered. Also, the cost of boarding and lodging if necessary be considered on merit based on the cost of living in the particular area.
• Credit Guarantee and Accessibility:
  1. 2015 Scheme: The uptake was low due to stringent credit requirements.
  2. 2024 Scheme: With enhanced credit guarantees cover, skill loans will be more accessible even to those with weaker credit histories.
• Strategic Focus:
  1. 2015 Scheme: Focused broadly on supporting skill development.
  2. 2024 Scheme: Aligns with long-term strategic goals, such as adapting to future technologies and job market changes. 

The modified scheme is expected to benefit the skilling eco-system in varied ways: 

• Increased Enrollment: Easier access to loans for students will lead to higher enrollment rates for training partners thereby expanding their market reach.
• Reduced Rejections with increased financial Security to lending institutions: The guarantee provided by the scheme reduces the risk for financial institutions, encouraging them to offer loans to even students from economically weaker sections who might not have been able to afford skill development training otherwise.
• Sustainability: The increased and steady flow of students and funds will help skilling institutions sustain and grow their operations, contributing to the overall success of the skill development ecosystem in India.

These modifications are expected to make the scheme more impactful by addressing the limitations of the previous version, especially in terms of financial accessibility and the variety of courses covered.

Skill India International Centres take forward the government's vision to establish India as the skill capital of the world. SIICs aim at reducing the cost and time for international mobility of Indian youth and developing a trusted network for information, training, testing and recruitment at one place. The SIICs will help create a 'Trusted workforce supply chain' by ensuring skilled mobility from India in a fair and transparent manner. Through the SIICs skilling and ethical migration for recruitment from India can be ensured.

• Services offered at SIICs to a candidate are- counselling (including awareness regarding safe, legal and ethical emigration), domain skills assessment, domain skill training, soft skills, culture immersion and pre departure orientation training, language training, administrative facilitation as well as post placement support.
• At present 02 SIIC’s are operational in India- SIIC Varanasi at ITI Karaundi and SDI Bhubaneswar. Further 05 SIIC’s are in the process of being rolled out at NSTI Hyderabad, NSTI Kanpur, NSTI Ludhiana, NSTI Bengaluru and IIE Guwahati.

The world is becoming increasingly connected, making foreign languages not just a benefit but a necessity for global careers. We collaborate with industry partners to offer targeted language training courses that meet real-world demands, ensuring relevance and practicality for both national and global success.

Global opportunities come to those who can build global connections by surpassing communication barriers. Learning a new language will help you in the following ways:

• Expand your reach to new countries
• Make you stand out among 1000s of candidates
• Explore a new culture
• Fit in better in a foreign country
• Connect with influential people from different cultures
• Move a step ahead in your career advancement journey

1. Credibility and Global Recognition: NSDC International is a credible source, recognised globally for its high standards. The NSDC name is synonymous with quality education, making it a trusted choice for millions.

2. Government Association: NSDC International benefits from strong governmental support. This association enhances its credibility and ensures high standards of education.

3. Nominal Pricing & Skill Loan Provision: Our courses are offered at nominal prices, making high-quality language education accessible to everyone. This pricing is significantly lower than what's available on the market, providing exceptional value for the investment. We further empower learners by offering skill loans to help them overcome financial hurdles.

4. Comprehensive Curriculum and Industry Partnerships: NSDC International offers a comprehensive curriculum designed in collaboration with industry partners. By tying up with industry leaders, we ensure that our courses are relevant, up-to-date and tailored to meet the specific needs of the global workforce.

5. Trusted by Many: With many satisfied learners, NSDC International has built a reputation for excellence and reliability. Our proven track record speaks to the effectiveness and quality of our programmes.

We have structured approaches to teaching languages with the following methods:

• Direct Method: Focusing on Immersive oral communication with concepts taught using visuals, context, and repetition.
• Audio-Lingual Method Focusin on: Habit formation through repetition, emphasizes listening and speaking with pattern drills based on behaviorist theories.
• Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) focusing on functional communication with learners engaging in real-life scenarios and emphasizes fluency over accuracy.
• Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) focusing on language learned through tasks, not explicitly taught.

a. Learner-Centered Teaching: Adapted to learner needs, interests, and styles with  autonomy and self-reflection.

b. Differentiated Instruction: Varied tasks and supports to cater to different proficiency levels  

c. Multisensory Learning: Engaging  visual, auditory, kinesthetic modes.

d. Blended/Hybrid Learning: Combining face-to-face instruction with online learning providing flexibility and access to resources.

• Listening, Speaking, Reading, Grammar & Vocabulary, Pronunciation
• These these skills are taught in  realistic, communicative contexts rather than teaching them in isolation.

Skill India International Centres take forward the government's vision to establish India as the skill capital of the world. SIICs aim at reducing the cost and time for international mobility of Indian youth and developing a trusted network for information, training, testing and recruitment at one place. The SIICs will help create a 'Trusted workforce supply chain' by ensuring skilled mobility from India in a fair and transparent manner. Through the SIICs skilling and ethical migration for recruitment from India can be ensured.

• Services offered at SIICs to a candidate are- counselling (including awareness regarding safe, legal and ethical emigration), domain skills assessment, domain skill training, soft skills, culture immersion and pre departure orientation training, language training, administrative facilitation as well as post placement support.
• At present 02 SIIC’s are operational in India- SIIC Varanasi at ITI Karaundi and SDI Bhubaneswar. Further 05 SIIC’s are in the process of being rolled out at NSTI Hyderabad, NSTI Kanpur, NSTI Ludhiana, NSTI Bengaluru and IIE Guwahati.