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650+ Youth Compete in IndiaSkills National Competition 2025-26

The IndiaSkills National Competition 2025-26 has commenced with over 650 participants competing across 63 skill categories. The event, organized by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, aims to promote skill excellence and build a future-ready workforce. Top performers from regional rounds are competing, with winners set to represent India at the WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai in 2026. The competition covers both traditional trades and emerging areas like cybersecurity and Industry 4.0.

Key Points: IndiaSkills National Competition 2025-26 Kicks Off

  • Over 650 participants compete
  • 63 skill categories covered
  • Winners go to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
  • Over 3.65 lakh registrations recorded
  • Focus on traditional and emerging skills
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Over 650 youth compete in IndiaSkills national competition

Over 650 participants compete across 63 skill categories. Winners will represent India at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.

"platforms like IndiaSkills play a key role in encouraging youth to pursue skill-based careers - Debashree Mukherjee"

New Delhi, March 30

The government has commenced 'IndiaSkills National Competition 2025-26' by bringing together over 650 participants from across the country to compete across 63 skill categories.

The programme which is organised under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and supported by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), features top performers selected from regional rounds held across the country.

The government has launched the event aimed at promoting skill excellence and building a future-ready workforce in line with national priorities.

Addressing the gathering, Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, MSDE, said that platforms like IndiaSkills play a key role in encouraging youth to pursue skill-based careers and excel in their chosen domains.

She added that India is preparing to send a strong contingent to the WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, reflecting the country's growing focus on building a globally-competitive skilled workforce.

Manisha Sensarma, Senior Economic Adviser at MSDE, said the initiative is part of efforts to build a structured and industry-aligned skilling ecosystem, with participation from over 200 industry partners across multiple sectors.

NSDC CEO Arunkumar Pillai highlighted the importance of industry collaboration, noting that the competition aligns training with real-world requirements and global standards.

The current edition has recorded over 3.65 lakh registrations from across 36 states and Union Territories through the Skill India Digital Hub, reflecting growing interest among youth in skill-based careers, the government said.

It further stated that the competition covers a wide range of domains, including traditional skills such as electrical installation and electronics, as well as emerging areas like cyber security, additive manufacturing, autonomous mobile robotics and Industry 4.0.

Participants will be assessed by industry experts on parameters such as precision, efficiency and adherence to global standards.

Of the 63 categories, 43 are being conducted onsite, while the remaining are being evaluated through offsite formats.

Winners of the national competition will go on to represent India at the WorldSkills Competition Shanghai 2026. The event will continue until April 2.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Finally seeing some real action on skilling! 3.65 lakh registrations is a massive number. Hope the winners get proper recognition and job opportunities, not just trophies. The focus on Industry 4.0 and cyber security shows we are preparing for the future. Best of luck to all participants!
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Aman W
While this is a good initiative, I hope the government ensures this isn't just a one-off event. We need sustained industry linkages and quality training institutes in every district, not just in big cities. The real test will be if these skills lead to stable, well-paying jobs.
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Sarah B
As someone who works in HR, this is exactly what Indian industry needs. There's a huge gap between what colleges teach and what companies require. Competitions like these that are aligned with global standards will help bridge that gap. Kudos to all the organizers and participants!
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Karthik V
Including traditional skills like electrical installation alongside high-tech areas is brilliant. It shows respect for all kinds of work. A skilled electrician or welder is as valuable as a software engineer. This change in mindset is what will make 'Skill India' a success. Jai Hind!
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Nikhil C
Hope they televise or live-stream some of the competitions, especially robotics and cyber security. It would inspire so many more young people to take up skilling. Seeing is believing! All the best to Team India for Shanghai 2026. Bring home the gold! 🇮🇳

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