An Autonomous Body for Professional Certification & Excellence
Empowering Skills • Building Careers
The Institute for Skill Development (ISD) is an autonomous, self-financed, not-for-profit organisation established under the Private Partnership Model (PPM) to promote skill development, vocational education, and professional excellence across India.
ISD is committed to strengthening the nation’s human resource capacity by providing industry-relevant, skill-based training and certification aimed at improving employability, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance. The institution functions independently and aligns its objectives with the broader goals of national education policy and inclusive socio-economic development.
Organisational Status
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Autonomous and self-financed institution
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Not-for-profit organisation
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Incorporated under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013
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Registered with the Government of NCT of Delhi
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No grant-in-aid received from the Government or statutory councils
Our Vision
To be a trusted national institution for skill development and professional certification, contributing to a skilled, employable, and self-reliant India.
Our Mission
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Promote skill-based, vocational, and professional education
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Enhance employment, self-employment, and entrepreneurship
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Support private and social sector participation in skill development
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Provide inclusive access to education for youth, women, and underserved communities
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Strengthen workforce readiness across diverse industry sectors
Courses & Sector Coverage
Institute for Skill Development (ISD) offers a wide and diversified skill education framework designed to meet current and future workforce needs.
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7000+ Skill, Vocational & Professional Courses
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36+ Industry Sectors
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Certificate, diploma, and short-term programs
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Flexible, practical, and employment-oriented curriculum
Indicative Sectors Include:
Education & Teacher Training, Information Technology, Healthcare & Community Services, Beauty & Wellness, Fashion & Tailoring, Handicrafts & Creative Arts, Agriculture & Allied Services, Construction & Technical Trades, Retail & Entrepreneurship, Hospitality & Tourism, Social Work, and other skill-based vocational domains.
Training & Certification
ISD facilitates training and professional certification through its training centres, branches, and associate institutions across various States and Union Territories of India.
Certifications issued by ISD are:
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Skill-based and vocational in nature
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Intended for employability, entrepreneurship, and self-employment
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Awarded under the autonomous framework of ISD
Trademark & Brand Protection
The name, logo, and identity of Institute for Skill Development (ISD) are protected under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or misrepresentation of the ISD brand, logo, or certification framework is strictly prohibited.
Our Approach
ISD follows a holistic and inclusive approach to skill development by:
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Encouraging quality standards in private vocational education
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Supporting capacity building across multiple industry sectors
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Collaborating with educational, social, and training organisations
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Promoting ethical values and culturally rooted learning practices
Special focus is placed on skill development initiatives for rural, remote, and underserved regions, enabling individuals to connect with mainstream economic opportunities.
Commitment to Society
ISD believes skill education is a powerful driver of national progress. The organisation remains committed to social responsibility by promoting education, vocational awareness, and livelihood-oriented training that improves quality of life and supports sustainable development.
Legal Disclaimer
Institute for Skill Development (ISD) is an autonomous body for professional certification and excellence, operating as a self-financed, not-for-profit organisation. ISD is not a university and does not award statutory degrees under the UGC Act, AICTE Act, or any other statutory authority unless explicitly stated and duly notified by the concerned authority.
All certificates, diplomas, and credentials issued by ISD are skill-based and vocational in nature. Recognition or acceptance of ISD certifications for employment, education, or professional purposes is subject to the discretion of employers, institutions, and regulatory bodies.