DSDE Odisha EOI 2026-27: Empanelment of Training Partners for NSQF-Aligned Short-Term Skill Training

The Directorate of Skill Development and Employment (DSDE), Government of Odisha, has issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the empanelment of Training Partners to implement NSQF-aligned short-term skill training under different schemes during FY 2026-27.

The objective is to onboard capable training agencies, industry partners, educational institutions, government organizations, and industry associations for delivering high-quality skill training linked with employment outcomes. The focus is on new-age trades, future skills, emerging technologies, traditional sectors with modern technology integration, and placement-linked training for youth of Odisha.

Key Tender Details

Scope of Work

Selected Training Partners will be responsible for implementing NSQF-aligned short-term, placement-linked skill training across Odisha. The scope includes:

1. Providing training in new-age technologies and emerging trades based on market demand.
2. Establishing state-of-the-art training centres with equipped labs and necessary training infrastructure.
3. Deploying qualified and certified trainers for each approved job role.
4. Mobilising, counselling, registering, and training eligible candidates.
5. Ensuring Aadhaar-linked registration and Aadhaar Enabled Biometric Attendance System (AEBAS).
6. Conducting internal assessments and facilitating third-party assessment and certification.
7. Providing placement opportunities through captive employment or employer tie-ups.
8. Ensuring minimum placement outcomes as required under the EOI.
9. Tracking candidates after placement and submitting placement proof.
10. Uploading training, attendance, assessment, certification, and placement data on the Skill Hub portal of DSDE.

Target Beneficiaries

The training will be open to youth of Odisha who are interested in skilling and meet the qualification criteria prescribed under the relevant Model Curriculum. The EOI focuses on inclusion of:

1. Girls and women candidates
2. Persons with Disabilities
3. Transgender candidates
4. Youth from SC, ST, and Minority communities
5. School and college dropouts
6. Unemployed youth across Odisha

Geographical Coverage

The programme will be implemented across all 30 districts of Odisha. Special emphasis will be given to aspirational and difficult districts.

Targeted Sectors and Trades

The EOI focuses on new-age trades, emerging sectors, future skills, and traditional sectors integrated with modern technology. Indicative sectors include:

1. Electric Vehicle
2. Artificial Intelligence
3. Database Administration
4. Internet of Things
5. Software Development
6. Robotics
7. Industry 4.0
8. Manufacturing Technologies
9. AutoCAD
10. Agri Tech
11. Cloud Computing
12. 3D Printing
13. Cyber Security
14. Aviation
15. Automotive
16. Telecom
17. IT-ITeS
18. Electronics
19. Hospitality
20. BFSI
21. Food Processing
22. Apparel
23. Handicrafts, Handlooms, Agriculture and other traditional sectors

Pre-Qualification Criteria

Applicants must meet the following pre-qualification conditions:

1. The applicant must be a registered legal entity in India.
2. Eligible entities include companies, LLPs, partnership firms, government organizations, institutions, trusts, societies, NGOs, and educational institutions.
3. The applicant must be operational in India for at least 5 years as on 31 March 2026.
4. The applicant must have valid PAN and GST registration.
5. Consortium or Joint Venture applications are not allowed.
6. Organizations currently empaneled, approved, or onboarded as PIAs or Training Partners with DSDE are not eligible unless specifically permitted.
7. PIAs or Training Partners who surrendered targets under NUA Odisha State Component or PLTP during the preceding year are not eligible.
8. PIAs or Training Partners whose MoUs were terminated during the last 2 years are not eligible.

Eligibility Criteria

The applicant organization must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Legal Status

The applicant must be a valid legal entity registered in India and should submit registration or incorporation documents, PAN, and GST certificate.

Relevant Skill Training Experience

The applicant must be:

1. An NSDC Partner, or
2. A MoRD Partner with PRAN number, or
3. Verified through NABCONS or NIRD.

The applicant must have successfully completed at least 3 short-term, placement-linked skill training projects in the last 3 years as on 31 March 2026.

The organization should have trained at least 600 candidates and achieved 70% placement of certified candidates.

Non-Blacklisting

The applicant must not have been blacklisted, suspended, or terminated by any Central Government department, PSU, or State Government department in India. A non-blacklisting affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper of ₹100 or above is required.

Trainer Qualification

For each proposed job role, the applicant must provide at least 2 trainers with valid SSC certification and minimum 3 years of work or training experience in the proposed qualification pack or job role.

Placement Capability

Applicants must demonstrate placement capability through:

1. Valid Letters of Intent from potential employers with GST registration equal to the proposed target for each job role, or
2. Captive placement commitment of 80% or above of certified candidates.

Financial Criteria

Tender Fee and EMD Details

Submission Guidelines

Applicants must submit proposals in two stages:

1. Online Submission: Proposal form and supporting documents must be submitted by email to rfp@dsde.odisha.gov.in between the 1st and 10th day of each month by 11:30 PM.
2. Hard Copy Submission: Complete proposal with all required documents must be submitted through Speed Post, Registered Post, or Courier only. The hard copy must reach DSDE by the 13th day of each month by 5:00 PM.

Proposals received after the monthly deadline will not be considered for that cycle. The organization will need to submit a fresh proposal in the next monthly cycle.

All pages of the proposal must be serially numbered and accompanied by a proper index sheet. Each eligibility and proposal document should be clearly flagged or tagged for easy verification.

Evaluation and Selection Process

The selection process will include:

1. Desk verification of pre-qualification and technical eligibility.
2. Shortlisting by the Selection Committee.
3. Reference checks, if required.
4. Issuance of Work Order.
5. Signing of Agreement or MoU.
6. Commencement of training within 60 days from signing of MoU.

Empanelment does not guarantee work allocation. DSDE may allot work based on internal requirements, administrative needs, availability of funds, and suitability of empaneled agencies.

Key Dates and Deadlines

Required Document Checklist

Applicants should prepare and submit the following documents:

1. Covering Letter as per Annexure 2
2. Proposal Form as per Annexure 1
3. Job Role and Project Details as per Annexure 3
4. Organization Details as per Annexure 4
5. Registration / Incorporation Certificate
6. PAN Card copy
7. GST Registration Certificate
8. Proof of NSDC partnership / MoRD partnership with PRAN / NABCONS or NIRD verification
9. Copies of Agreements / Work Orders
10. Relevant Sanction Orders from State or Central Government
11. MoUs signed with clients
12. Previous project details as per Annexure 9
13. Details of trained and placed candidates with MIS screenshots or documentary proof
14. Non-Blacklisting Affidavit on ₹100 or above non-judicial stamp paper as per Annexure 5
15. CA-certified Average Annual Turnover Statement as per Annexure 6
16. Audited financial statements for FY 2022-23, FY 2023-24, and FY 2024-25
17. Valid Letters of Intent from employers as per Annexure 7
18. Employer GST and PAN details for placement tie-ups
19. Trainer Qualification Details as per Annexure 8
20. Copies of valid ToT / SSC certification of trainers
21. Training centre details, ownership or rental status, and location details
22. Details of proposed job roles with QP codes, NSQF level, training hours, OJT hours, and cost category
23. Proper index sheet with page numbers
24. Duly signed and sealed proposal by authorized signatory

Summary Table of Mandatory Requirements

Important Advisory

Interested Training Partners should carefully review the complete EOI document and submit all required documents in the prescribed annexure formats. Since this is a rolling EOI for FY 2026-27, applicants should regularly check the official DSDE Odisha website for updates, corrigenda, and notices. Incomplete, unsupported, improperly indexed, or late proposals may be rejected.