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Skill Development and Training of Candidates in Technical Textiles

The scheme aims to train skilled professionals for the technical textiles industry, develop transferable skills, create a strong knowledge ecosystem, integrate trained individuals into various roles, and promote continuous learning and innovation.

Authority

Central

Region

Central Government

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Joint Funding: Training cost is shared between the Ministry of Textiles and the trainee.1. Financial Support: Reduces the training cost burden for trainees.1. Standardised Programs: Ensures quality training following the Common Norms for Skill Development Schemes.1. Ministry Contribution: Covers expenses like: | - Mobilisation of candidates | - Curriculum development | - Trainers’ training | - Equipment and teaching aids | - Raw materials | - Assessment costs | - Salary of trainers | - Other components as per standard skill development norms

Who can apply

The applicant must be an Indian citizen and at least 17 years of age.; The applicant can be an unskilled worker or a professional seeking upskilling or reskilling.; The applicant can be an undergraduate student or a personnel working in technical textile fields.; (Exact age and qualification requirements for the applicant may vary depending on the specific training program.); The agency can be a Training and Research Agency (TRA), Center of Excellence, Ministry of Textiles body, or public academic institution.; The agency can also be an industry association, textile company, export council, or other related eligible organization.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is this scheme?

It is a skill development and training program under the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) by the Ministry of Textiles to train 50,000 candidates for the technical textiles industry.

Who can benefit from this scheme?

The scheme is designed for unskilled workers seeking employment in technical textiles, professionals looking to upskill or reskill, and personnel already engaged in various technical textile applications. It ensures opportunities for a wide range of candidates to enhance their employability.

Who can implement the training programs?

Training programs can be conducted by recognized training institutes, textile companies, export councils, Centers of Excellence, and public academic institutions under the Ministry of Textiles. Only empaneled implementing agencies approved by the Ministry can execute the programs.

What sectors are covered under the scheme?

The scheme is implemented in two phases. Phase I includes Agrotech, Buildtech, Geotech, Indutech, Meditech, Mobiltech, and Protech, while Phase II covers Clothtech, Hometech, Oekotech, Sportech, and Packtech. These sectors represent strategically important areas of the technical textiles industry.

What are the benefits for trainees?

Trainees gain industry-aligned skill training, certification, better employment opportunities, exposure to diverse technical textile applications, and the development of transferable skills. The scheme also enhances adaptability and prepares candidates to meet industry requirements.

Is financial support provided?

Yes, the Ministry of Textiles shares the training cost with the trainees. The Ministry’s contribution covers candidate mobilization, curriculum development, trainer salaries, teaching aids, equipment, raw materials, assessment costs, and other components as per the Common Norms for Skill Development Schemes.

What is the eligibility for applicants?

Eligible applicants include Indian citizens of working age, unskilled workers, undergraduates, professionals seeking upskilling or reskilling, and personnel already engaged in technical textile sectors. Specific eligibility may vary based on the type of training program.

How are agencies selected?

The Skill Development Committee (SDC) under NTTM reviews applications from agencies and shortlists eligible candidates. Empanelment is communicated via an official Ministry order, and only empaneled agencies can conduct the training programs.

Is certification provided after training?

Yes, upon successful completion of the training, candidates receive industry-recognized certification, which is aligned with market requirements and international curriculum standards. Certification is endorsed by at least five industry partners to ensure credibility.