Skill India International Centres (SIICs) are a strategic initiative of the National Skill Development
Corporation (NSDC) and NSDC International, advancing the Government of India’s vision of India as the
Skill Capital of the World.

Each SIIC is an integrated hub for high-quality skill development: training, assessment and certification
aligned with international standards. By combining industry-relevant training with language proficiency
and preparatory support, SIICs equip Indian youth with the competencies that global workplaces demand.

The goal is a structured, credible ecosystem where Indian skilled professionals are better recognised and
accepted across global markets, and where every candidate is supported with transparency, ethical
practice and informed choices.

SIICs strengthen India’s global skilling ecosystem by acting as enablers of high-quality training and
certification. Their core functions include:

• Industry-aligned training: Programmes mapped to international standards and employer
  requirements
• Assessment and certification: Assessments through credible certification frameworks that carry
  global recognition
• Holistic employability preparation: Soft skills, language training and workplace-readiness modules
  that build candidate confidence and adaptability
• Awareness and guidance: Informed career counselling and guidance on safe, legal and ethical
  processes for candidates
• A trusted skilling ecosystem: Partnerships with industry, training providers and international
  stakeholders to ensure quality outcomes
• End-to-end integrated support to candidates: Support across training, certification, documentation
  and post-placement guidance.

To position India as the Skill Capital of the World by creating a globally trusted, high-quality skilled
workforce equipped with internationally benchmarked competencies, certifications and professional
readiness.

• Equip Indian youth with industry-aligned skills, language proficiency, internationally relevant
  certification and workplace readiness
• Open ethical, transparent and well-informed pathways to global career opportunities
• Build strong partnerships with global industry and institutions that win recognition for Indian skills and
  strengthen India’s standing as a source of competent, future-ready talent.