The IndiaSkills National Competition 2025-26 has commenced in New Delhi, bringing together over 650 participants from across the country to compete in 63 skill categories.
Organised by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and supported by the National Skill Development Corporation, the competition features top performers selected through regional rounds held nationwide.
The initiative aims to promote skill excellence and build a future-ready workforce aligned with India’s evolving economic and industrial priorities.
Addressing the event, Debashree Mukherjee highlighted the importance of such platforms in encouraging youth to pursue skill-based careers and excel in their respective fields. She noted that India is preparing a strong contingent for the WorldSkills Competition Shanghai 2026, reflecting the country’s growing focus on global competitiveness.
Manisha Sensarma emphasised that the initiative supports the development of a structured and industry-aligned skilling ecosystem, with participation from over 200 industry partners.
Meanwhile, Arunkumar Pillai underlined the role of industry collaboration in aligning training with real-world requirements and international standards.
This year’s edition has seen over 365,000 registrations from 36 states and Union Territories through the Skill India Digital Hub, indicating strong interest among youth in skill-based careers.
The competition spans a wide range of domains, including traditional skills such as electrical installation and electronics, alongside emerging fields like cybersecurity, additive manufacturing, autonomous mobile robotics, and Industry 4.0.
Participants are being evaluated by industry experts based on precision, efficiency, and adherence to global benchmarks. Of the 63 categories, 43 are being conducted onsite, while the remaining are assessed through offsite formats.
Winners of the national competition will go on to represent India at the WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, marking a key step in showcasing India’s talent on the global stage.
