VOCATIONAL TRAINING:

·        The primary purpose of vocational training is tp prepare individuals especially the youth in the age group of 15-25 years for the world of work and make them employable for a broad group of occupation. The main vocational training schemes comprises of Craftsman Training, Apprenticeship training, Training for Skilled workers, Crafts instructions, Supervisors etc.

·        Craftsmen Training Scheme through  in ITIs and Apprenticeship Training Scheme (mainly in industrial setting) are the two major schemes. Those who successfully complete CTS  are generally perceived to be semi-skilled and ATS is expected to produce skilled workers.  In ATS, there is a scheme for rebate in case relevant ITI training has been successfully completed.

·        Development of training programmes at the national level, particularly in the area concerning common policies, common standards and procedures.

·        Training of instructors.

·        Trade testing and certification.

·        Vocational training in some of the specialized areas, including training of women through the field institutes under its direct control.

·        Research in vocational training and development of instructional material.

·        Implementation of Apprentices Act, 1961 in respect of trade apprentices in the Central Govt. Establishments.