Date: 2021-12-28Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Issuing of notification for Centre of Excellence (CoE) in respect of two Institutes namely Institute of Wood Science and Technology, Bengaluru (IWST) and Centre of Excellence (Marine Engineering) INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune
## Report on the Recognition of Centres of Excellence for Skill Development
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes a notification from the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, dated December 24, 2021. The notification pertains to the recognition of two institutions – the Institute of Wood Science and Technology (IWST), Bengaluru, and the Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune – as Centres of Excellence (CoE) in the field of Skilling Ecosystem. This initiative is in pursuance of the National Policy on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015. The recognition is initially for five years, subject to specific conditions including achieving desirable outcomes, submitting annual reports, and facilitating site visits for monitoring. The notification aims to enhance the skilling ecosystem within the country by designating and overseeing these institutions as CoEs.
**2. Introduction:**
This report aims to provide an informative overview of the MSDE notification regarding the recognition of IWST Bengaluru and the Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune, as Centres of Excellence in the field of Skilling Ecosystem. The analysis is based solely on the provided notification text.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* **Core Objective(s):**
* To implement directives under the National Policy on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015, specifically referencing paragraphs 4.1.3 and 4.9.6.
* To establish and recognize Centres of Excellence for skill development, following guidelines outlined in notifications issued on 09.08.2019, 31.05.2021, and 12.11.2021.
* To enhance the Skilling Ecosystem in the country by identifying and supporting institutions capable of excelling in specific skill domains.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
The notification addresses the need for specialized institutions to drive excellence in skill development. The National Policy on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015 likely outlines the broader strategy for improving skills across various sectors. By recognizing institutions like IWST and the Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune as CoEs, the government aims to create hubs of expertise that can contribute to the overall quality and relevance of skill training in their respective fields. The repeated revisions of the guidelines (09.08.2019, 31.05.2021 and 12.11.2021) likely indicate a continuous effort to refine the CoE framework for optimal effectiveness.
**5. Key Provisions:**
The notification establishes the following key provisions:
* **Recognition of Centres of Excellence:** Formally recognizes IWST Bengaluru and Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune as CoEs in the field of the Skilling Ecosystem.
* **Duration of Recognition:** The recognition is valid for an initial period of five years from December 24, 2021.
* **Conditions for Recognition:** The CoEs are subject to the following conditions:
* Achieving desirable outcomes as outlined in the CoE guidelines.
* Submitting annual reports to MSDE detailing their activities.
* Facilitating periodic site visits by MSDE for monitoring.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
The primary stakeholders directly affected by this notification are:
* Institute of Wood Science and Technology, Bengaluru.
* Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune.
* Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
* The Skilling Ecosystem within the country that may benefit from the CoE activities.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible agency/bodies:** The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is the primary responsible agency. IWST Bengaluru and Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune are responsible for fulfilling the conditions of recognition.
* **Timelines:** The recognition is initially for five years from the date of the notification (December 24, 2021). The CoEs are required to submit annual reports to MSDE.
* **Procedures:** MSDE will conduct periodic site visits to monitor the CoEs' progress.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact:**
The intended outcomes of recognizing IWST and Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune as CoEs include:
* Enhanced skill development in the fields related to Wood Science and Technology and Marine Engineering
* Improved quality and relevance of skill training programs within the Skilling Ecosystem.
* Contribution to the broader goals of the National Policy on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015.
* Potential for these CoEs to serve as models for other institutions in the skill development sector.
**9. Conclusion:**
The MSDE notification signifies a commitment to strengthening the Skilling Ecosystem by formally recognizing specialized institutions as Centres of Excellence. By adhering to the outlined conditions and achieving the desired outcomes, IWST and the Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune are expected to play a crucial role in enhancing skill development in their respective fields and contributing to the broader objectives of the National Policy on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015. This initiative is an important step towards creating a more skilled and competitive workforce in the country.
Key Entities Referenced
National Policy on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015: A national policy document providing directives related to skill development and entrepreneurship.
Centre of Excellence: A designation given to institutions recognized for their excellence in skill development.
Institute of Wood Science and Technology, Bengaluru IWST: An institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, recognized as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in the field of Skilling Ecosystem.
Bengaluru, Karnataka: Location of the Institute of Wood Science and Technology
MSDE: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the government body responsible for skill development initiatives.
Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune: An engineering institute located in Lonavala, Pune, Maharashtra, recognized as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in the field of Skilling Ecosystem.
Lonavala, Pune, Maharashtra: Location of the Centre of Excellence Marine Engineering INS Shivaji
SANTANU MITRA: Senior Economic Adviser.
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स.ं 27] नई ददल्ली, मगं लिार, ददसम्ब र 28, 2021/पौर् 7, 1943
No. 27] NEW DELHI, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2021/PAUSA 7, 1943
कौिल जिकास और उद्यमिीलता मत्रं ालय
अजधसचू ना
नई ददल्ली, 24 ददसम्बर, 2021
स.ंईपी/54/2021-एमएसडीई.—राष्ट्रीय कौिल जिकास और उद्यमिीलता नीजत 2015 के परै ा 4.1.3 और 4.9.6
के तहत जनदेिों और ददनांक 09.08.2019 की अजधसूचना के अतं गतग "उत्कृष्टता केंद्र" की मान्यता के जलए बनाए गए
ददिा-जनदेिों के अनुसरण में तथा कौिल जिकास के जलए उत्कृष्टता केंद्र की स्ट्थापना के संबंध म ें ददनांक 31.05.2021 और
12.11.2021 को यथा संिोजधत, इंस्ट्टीट्यटू ऑफ िडु साइंस एंड टेक्नोलॉजी, बगें लरुु (आईडबल्यएू सटी) को देि म ें
कौिलीकरण इकोजसस्ट्टम के क्षत्रे में उत्कृष्टता केंद्र (सीओई) के रूप में मान्यता दी गई ह,ै "उत्कृष्टता केंद्र" अजभव्यजि के अथ ग
और व्याख्या के अनुसार, जैसा दक ऊपरोल्लेजखत ददिाजनदेिों में जनजहत ह।ै यह मान्यता प्रारंभ में इस अजधसूचना के जारी
होने की जतजथ से पांच िर् ग की अिजध के जलए जनम्नजलजखत ितों के अध्यधीन होगी:
(i) इंस्ट्टीट्यूट ऑफ िुड साइंस एंड टेक्नोलॉजी, बेंगलरुु (आईडब्लल्यूएसटी) को सीओई ददिा-जनदेिों में िांछनीय पररणामों के
संबंध में सूचीबद्ध सभी मापदंडों को प्राप्त क करने का प्रयास करना चाजहए;
(ii) इंस्ट्टीट्यूट ऑफ िुड साइंस एंड टेक्नोलॉजी, बेंगलुरु (आईडब्लल्यूएसटी) अपन े कायगकलापों का जििरण देत े हुए एमएसडीई
को अपनी िार्षर्क ररपोटग प्रस्ट्तुत करेगा;
(iii) इंस्ट्टीट्यूट ऑफ िुड साइंस एडं टेक्नोलॉजी, बेंगलुरु (आईडब्लल्यूएसटी) एमएसडीई द्वारा समय-समय पर अनुिीक्षण के
जलए साइट जिजजट की सुजिधा प्रदान करेगा।
िान्तनु जमत्र, िररष्ठ आर्षथक सलाहकर
7618 GI/2021 (1)2 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART I—SEC.2]
MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 24th December, 2021
No. EP/54/2021-MSDE.— In pursuance of the directives under para 4.1.3 and 4.9.6 of the National Policy
on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015 and the Guidelines for recognition of "Centre of Excellence" framed
thereunder vide Notification w.e.f. 09.08.2019 and as revised on 31.05.2021 and 12.11.2021 regarding setting up
centre of excellence for skill development, Institute of Wood Science and Technology, Bengaluru (IWST) has been
recognized as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in the field of Skilling Ecosystem in the country, as per the meaning and
interpretation of the expression "Centre of Excellence", as contained in the Guidelines as mentioned above. This
recognition shall initially be for a period of five years from the date of issue of this Notification, subject to the
following conditions:
(i) Institute of Wood Science and Technology, Bengaluru (IWST) should try to achieve all the parameters as enlisted
in respect of Desirable Outcomes in the CoE guidelines;
(ii) Institute of Wood Science and Technology, Bengaluru (IWST) will submit its Annual Report to MSDE detailing
out its activities;
(iii) Institute of Wood Science and Technology, Bengaluru (IWST) would facilitate periodic site visit by MSDE for
monitoring.
SANTANU MITRA, Senior Economic Adviser
अजधसचू ना
नई ददल्ली, 24 ददसम्बर 2021
स.ं ईपी/54/2021-एमएसडीई.—राष्ट्रीय कौिल जिकास और उद्यमिीलता नीजत 2015 के पैरा 4.1.3 और
4.9.6 के तहत जनदिे ों और ददनांक 09.08.2019 की अजधसूचना के अतं गतग "उत्कृष्टता केंद्र" की मान्यता के जलए बनाए गए
ददिा-जनदेिों के अनुसरण में तथा कौिल जिकास के जलए उत्कृष्टता केंद्र की स्ट्थापना के संबंध म ें ददनांक 31.05.2021 और
12.11.2021 को यथा संिोजधत, उत्कृष्टता केंद्र (मरीन इंजीजनयररग), आईएनएस जििाजी, लोनािला, पणु े को देि म ें
कौिलीकरण इकोजसस्ट्टम के क्षत्रे में उत्कृष्टता केंद्र (सीओई) के रूप में मान्यता दी गई ह,ै "उत्कृष्टता केंद्र" अजभव्यजि के अथ ग
और व्याख्या के अनुसार, जैसा दक ऊपरोल्लेजखत ददिाजनदेिों में जनजहत ह।ै यह मान्यता प्रारंभ में इस अजधसूचना के जारी
होने की जतजथ से पांच िर् ग की अिजध के जलए जनम्नजलजखत ितों के अध्यधीन होगी:
(i) उत्कृष्टता केंद्र (मरीन इंजीजनयररग) आईएनएस जििाजी, लोनािला, पुणे को सीओई ददिाजनदेिों में िांछनीय
पररणामों के संबंध में सूचीबद्ध सभी मापदण्डों को प्राप्त क करने का प्रयास करना चाजहए;
(ii) उत्कृष्टता केंद्र (मरीन इंजीजनयररग) आईएनएस जििाजी, लोनािला, पुणे एमएसडीई को अपन े कायगकलापों का जििरण
देते हुए अपनी िार्षर्क ररपोटग प्रस्ट्तुत करेगा;
(iii) उत्कृष्टता केंद्र (मरीन इंजीजनयररग) आईएनएस जििाजी, लोनािला, पुणे एमएसडीई द्वारा समय-समय पर अनुिीक्षण
के जलए साइट जिजजट की सुजिधा प्रदान करेगा।
िान्तनु जमत्र, िररष्ठ आर्षथक सलाहकर[भाग I—खण् ड 2] भारत का राजपत्र : असाधारण 3
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 24th December, 2021
No. EP/54/2021-MSDE.— In pursuance of the directives under para 4.1.3 and 4.9.6 of the National Policy
on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015 and the Guidelines for recognition of "Centre of Excellence" framed
thereunder vide Notification w.e.f. 09.08.2019 and as revised on 31.05.2021 and 12.11.2021 regarding setting up
centre of excellence for skill development, Centre of Excellence (Marine Engineering) INS Shivaji, Lonavala,
Pune has been recognized as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in the field of Skilling Ecosystem in the country, as per
the meaning and interpretation of the expression "Centre of Excellence", as contained in the Guidelines as mentioned
above. This recognition shall initially be for a period of five years from the date of issue of this Notification, subject to
the following conditions:
(i) Centre of Excellence (Marine Engineering) INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune should try to achieve all the parameters as
enlisted in respect of Desirable Outcomes in the CoE guidelines;
(ii) Centre of Excellence (Marine Engineering) INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune will submit its Annual Report to MSDE
detailing out its activities;
(iii) Centre of Excellence (Marine Engineering) INS Shivaji, Lonavala, Pune would facilitate periodic site visit by
MSDE for monitoring.
SANTANU MITRA, Senior Economic Adviser
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