Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Centre, Bhubaneswar, has been recognised as a Centre of Excellence-Skills by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
With this recognition, the Odisha-based institute has found a place among 19 institutions empanelled under the national framework. The Certificate of Recognition was presented to WSC CEO Rashmi Ranjan Mohapatra by MSDE Secretary Debashree Mukherjee.The ceremony was held at Kaushal Bhawan in New Delhi on November 2.
The empanelment will remain valid for three years, from October 9, 2026, to October 8, 2029.The recognition has been granted under the multi-sectoral category.
It acknowledges the institute’s capacity to deliver advanced, industry-oriented skill training across multiple domains.Established under the Department of Skill Development and Technical Education, Government of Odisha, WSC provides technology-enabled training facilities.
It lays emphasis on practical learning, advanced skills and industry engagement. Reacting to the development, Mohapatra said the recognition marked an important milestone in the institute’s journey.
He said it will help the institute contribute to India’s evolving skill development ecosystem. Under the CoE-Skills framework, empanelled institutions are expected to undertake specialised training, skill assessment, mentorship and career guidance.They will also conduct capacity-building programmes for trainers and assessors.
