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NSDC Academy facilitates internship opportunities for students as part of its commitment to skill development and industry readiness. These internships offer hands-on experience with leading companies across various sectors, allowing students to apply their classroom learning in real-world environments. By integrating practical exposure with formal training, NSDC Academy ensures that students graduate with the confidence and competencies required for successful careers in their chosen fields.

The Apprenticeship Program is designed to provide students with structured, hands-on industry experience through partnerships with leading companies across various sectors. This initiative bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world application, allowing students to gain practical skills, professional exposure, and workplace discipline. By integrating apprenticeships into academic programs, NSDC Academy ensures that learners are industry-ready and equipped with relevant competencies to meet current job market demands.

Apprenticeship training is a structured, work-based learning program that combines classroom instruction with hands-on, on-the-job experience. It provides individuals—whether students, early-career professionals, or career changers—with the opportunity to develop practical skills, gain industry knowledge, and grow professionally under the mentorship of seasoned experts.

Apprenticeships typically last between six months and four years, depending on the occupation and employer. During this period, apprentices receive a stipend or wage, which may increase as they progress and demonstrate higher levels of competency, in line with organizational and industry policies.

NSDC Academy integrates capstone projects into the final year of its degree programs to enhance practical learning and industry alignment. These projects challenge students to apply their cumulative knowledge and skills to real-world problems, often in collaboration with industry partners. By working on live scenarios and innovative solutions, students gain valuable experience in project management, critical thinking, and team collaboration—preparing them for the professional challenges ahead.

NSDC Academy offers end-to-end placement support to ensure students are fully prepared for successful careers across industries. Through a well-structured ecosystem, the Academy connects learners with a wide network of employers, both in India and globally, enhancing their professional journey from classroom to career.
In collaboration with industry leaders and government bodies abroad, NSDC Academy facilitates international mobility by aligning skill development with global workforce requirements. These partnerships enable students to access career opportunities in high-demand sectors across countries such as Japan, Australia, the UAE, and more.

NSDC Academy’s Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), in collaboration with leading OEMs, are designed to upskill faculty with hands-on training in industry-specific tools, technologies, and practices. These programs bridge the gap between academic instruction and real-world industry needs, enabling faculty to deliver industry-aligned education and enhance student employability. With certifications, continuous learning, and integration of the latest industry practices, these initiatives ensure academic institutions remain at the forefront of evolving industry standards.

At the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), we believe in the transformative power of skills to shape the future of young learners. Our School Partnership Program is designed to embed futuristic skill-based learning within the school ecosystem, empowering students with hands-on skills, developing entrepreneurial mindset and fostering competencies from an early age. Over the next 5 years, NSDC aims to empower more than 2 lakh learners skilled in STEAM domains like Automation, Robotics, IOT, Al/ML, AR & VR, Design & Fabrication, Drones etc. We empower learners of all ages to explore, create, and excel in these exciting fields with our immersive and hands-on solutions.

As part of its mission to align skill development with global industry standards, NSDC offers assessments and certifications directly endorsed by industry leaders. These are delivered under globally recognized, industry-aligned programs curated in partnership with leading global corporates.

Key Highlights:

• Assessments designed and conducted in collaboration with industry partners, ensuring relevance to real-world job roles.
• Certifications co-branded with global corporations (e.g., IBM, Microsoft, CISCO, AWS, Google), adding value and credibility to a candidate’s profile.
• Recognized both nationally and internationally, improving mobility and employability.
• Supports NSQF-aligned micro-credentials that can be integrated into academic curricula for credit recognition.

These certifications validate not only academic knowledge but also practical, job-ready skills that meet the demands of today’s fast-evolving industries.