Key features of the scheme :
1.Demand driven short term training courses in consultation with Industry.
2.Central government will facilitate and promote training while industry, private sector and State Governments will train the persons.
3.Optimum utilization of existing infrastructure to make training cost effective.
4.Flexible delivery mechanism (part time, weekends, full time, onsite/ offsite) to suit needs of various target groups.
5.Different levels of programs (Foundation level as well as skill up-gradation) to meet demands of various target groups.
6.The services of existing or retired faculty or guest faculty to be utilized.
7.Testing & certification of skills acquired
8.Testing of skills of trainees by independent assessing bodies, which would not be involved in training delivery, to ensure that it is done impartially.
9.The essence of the scheme is in the certification that will be nationally and internationally recognized