48th Meeting of the National Skills Qualifications Committee (NSQC) held under the Chairpersonship of Smt. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, MSDE and Chairperson, NCVET

**Executive Summary** The 48th Meeting of the National Skills Qualifications Committee (NSQC) convened on March 12, 2026, to review submitted Qualifications, National Occupational Standards (NOS), and Micro-Credentials (MCs). The committee also considered new and extended qualifications. The meeting aimed to strengthen the quality and relevance of skill qualifications to align with industry needs and national priorities for a future-ready workforce. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Meeting Details:** * The 48th meeting of the National Skills Qualifications Committee (NSQC) was held on March 12, 2026. * The meeting was chaired by Smt. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Chairperson, NCVET. * **Review and Consideration of Skills Components:** * The committee deliberated on Qualifications, National Occupational Standards (NOS), and Micro-Credentials (MCs). * These submissions were from various NCVET-recognized Awarding Bodies across diverse sectors including electronics, tourism, healthcare, agriculture, instrumentation, iron and steel, hydrocarbon, beauty and wellness, and the environment. * Agenda items included the adoption of new Qualifications and the extension of currently implemented Qualifications. * **Participants:** * Attendees included NCVET officials, members of the NSQC representing Central Ministries and Departments (e.g., Ministry of Rural Development, Ministry of Labour and Employment), and sector experts. * **Objectives of Deliberations:** * Focus on strengthening the quality, relevance, and alignment of skill qualifications. * Ensure alignment with evolving industry requirements and national skill development priorities. * **Presentations:** * A total of 18 Awarding Bodies presented their Qualifications. * 43 Qualifications, NOS, and MCs were considered from various entities, including the Directorate General of Training (DGT) and numerous sector skill councils and state bodies. * **Chairperson's Emphasis:** * The skilling ecosystem must promote innovation and ensure regulatory compliance. * The ecosystem needs to remain closely aligned with industry requirements to build a globally competitive and future-ready workforce. * Equipping workers with multiple skill sets is important for adaptability and employability in a dynamic labour market. **Impact Analysis** **Awarding Bodies** * **Impact:** They have had their Qualifications, NOS, and MCs reviewed by the NSQC. The outcome of this review will determine the adoption of new qualifications and the extension of existing ones. * **Action Required:** No specific action is mentioned in the document for Awarding Bodies. **Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET)** * **Impact:** The meeting's deliberations and outcomes will inform the ongoing efforts of MSDE and NCVET in shaping the skilling ecosystem. * **Action Required:** Continue to emphasize innovation, regulatory compliance, and alignment with industry requirements in the skilling ecosystem, as highlighted by the Chairperson. **Workers/Workforce** * **Impact:** The focus on aligning qualifications with industry needs and equipping workers with multiple skills is intended to enhance their adaptability and employability in the labour market. * **Action Required:** No specific action is mentioned in the document for workers. **Sector Experts and Key Stakeholders** * **Impact:** Their input and participation in the deliberations contribute to the strengthening of skill qualifications. * **Action Required:** No specific action is mentioned in the document for sector experts and key stakeholders.

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