The National Skill Training Institute for Women (NSTI-W), Noida, operating under the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), has invited applications for admission to its NCVET-approved, NSQF-aligned skill development programmes under the Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) for the 2026–27 academic session. The institute announced that interested candidates can apply online through its official admission portal by selecting the CTS Online Registration link. The last date for submitting applications is July 12, 2026, by 6 pm.
NSTI(W) Noida offers industry-oriented vocational training across a broad spectrum of conventional and emerging sectors, including Artificial Intelligence, Drone Technology, Semiconductor Technology, 5G Networks, Fashion Design, Computer Applications, Computer Aided Embroidery and Designing, Interior Design, Cosmetology, and Front Office Operations. The programmes are aligned with the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF), enabling trainees to pursue higher education while improving their employability across industries.
The institute said the initiative supports the Government of India’s Skill India Mission by equipping women with industry-relevant skills, fostering future-ready talent, and contributing to the country’s goal of becoming a global skill capital. In Guwahati, the announcement is expected to generate interest among students and aspiring women professionals in Assam and the Northeast seeking specialised technical training. With rising demand for skilled manpower in technology-driven sectors such as AI, semiconductors and 5G, such nationally recognisedprogrammes could enhance employment prospects for candidates from Guwahati while also encouraging greater participation in advanced vocational education.