EOI for Skill Development Programs in the Khadi and Village Industries Sector | KVIC EOI 2026

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1. Introduction

The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), a statutory body under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India, through its Directorate of Capacity Building, is inviting a detailed Expression of Interest (EOI) from new training centres and NGOs to be accredited as “Training Provider” of KVIC in various KVIC verticals. This EOI is issued under the Khadi & Gramodyog Vikas Yojna (KGVY) scheme for the financial year 2026-27.

KVIC organizes training programmes on Skill Development in various trades through its Departmental and Non-Departmental Training Centres situated all over the country. Due to limited trained manpower available in the departmental training centres, there is a need to outsource expert Training Partners to conduct training programmes effectively. In recent years, proposals have been received from NGOs, Academic Institutions, Industries, individuals, and experts intending to be recognised as training providers of KVIC in various disciplines.

This EOI for Skill Development Training represents a significant opportunity for eligible institutions to collaborate with KVIC and contribute to skill development across India. As one of the prominent skill tenders issued by the Government of India, this skill RFP aims to expand the reach and quality of vocational training in the Khadi and Village Industries sector.

2. Objective

The primary objective of this EOI is to:

• Identify and accredit reputed training institutes, NGOs, academic institutions, and corporate houses as “Training Partners” of KVIC.
• Outsource expert Training Partners to conduct skill development training programmes effectively across various KVIC verticals.
• Expand the network of training centres to overcome the limitation of trained manpower in departmental training centres.
• Ensure quality skill development training aligned with NSQF’s QP/NOS or KVIC-prescribed curriculum.
• Facilitate employment generation and enterprise creation through well-structured training programmes.
• Create a pool of skilled manpower for the Khadi and Village Industries sector.

This new skill tender is designed to attract capable organizations that can deliver high-quality training and contribute to the overall skill development ecosystem of the country.

3. Key Dates

4. EMD (Earnest Money Deposit)

The EOI document does not specify any EMD requirement. However, the selected Training Partner shall be required to enter into an Agreement with KVIC before the commencement of the training programme. The performance indemnity clause requires the Training Partner to indemnify KVIC against any loss, damage, claim, penalty, liability, or financial implication arising due to negligence, misconduct, non-compliance, breach of agreement, or failure in providing agreed services.

5. Tender Fees

The registration charges for new Accreditation shall be ₹3,000/- per year and shall be renewed every year depending upon the performance and recommendation of the concerned State/Divisional Director.

Exemption: Government Institutions/University/Affiliated Colleges created under the Central/State Act of Parliament shall be exempted from the registration charges for Accreditation.

6. Scope of Work

The selected Training Partner shall be responsible for:

Joint Responsibilities:

• Conceptualizing, executing, publicizing/marketing of the training program(s)
• Certification of successful participants of the training activities
• Promoting training programmes by approaching the right institutions in Government/Private sector to attract maximum audience

Training Partner’s Responsibilities:

• Organize and supervise the training programme to be conducted on behalf of KVIC
• Prepare the Curriculum/Syllabi of the training programme, study materials, and provide the same to candidates
• Adhere to guidelines/directions issued by KVIC from time to time through Circulars/Standing Orders
• Ensure qualitative training programme and not merely quantitative training
• Develop own infrastructure and resource persons for imparting training programmes on various disciplines
• Deploy qualified trainers, ensure availability of required infrastructure, training materials, attendance records, assessment arrangements, and other resources
• Upload each student profile in HRD-MIS Portal on regular basis including placement/startup business details
• Conduct periodical and final assessment for each course including Theoretical and Practical
• Provide reading material, course curriculum, and other educational material related to course
• Submit monthly progress report every month for compilation of performance
• Collect student’s KYC (Aadhar, educational qualifications, passport size photograph) during admission
• Ensure placement for students and facilitate establishment of enterprises for prospective entrepreneurs

7. Eligibility of Training Partners

The eligible criteria for becoming a Training Partner are:

1. Legal Status: The Institute should be a reputed and registered entity under Societies Registration Act/Academic Institutions/NGO/Directly Aided Institutions of KVIC/Specified Agencies/Experts in the respective field/Reputed Training Institutes/corporate houses, etc.
2. Infrastructure: The Institute should have sufficient infrastructure, Machinery & Equipment, expertise, etc., and trainers either owned or on hire basis or through associates to conduct the prescribed courses listed in Annexure III.
3. Experience: Institute should have minimum 3 years’ experience in skill development training in the particular field. However, the same can be waived off with the approval of C.E.O. and Chairman, by duly recording the reasons thereof. In such cases, the MoU will initially be executed for one year and based on performance, the period can be extended by another two years.
4. Documentation: Prospective Training Partners may submit the resolution of their body authorizing the office bearers to apply for becoming a Partner along with their 3 Years Audited Balance sheet (Annexure-I).
5. Verification: The concerned State/Divisional Director will forward the proposal after due physical verification along with criteria/merit-based recommendation (Annexure-II) to the Directorate of Capacity Building with a copy to Zonal Dy. CEO.
6. Machinery & Equipment: Related trade Machineries and Equipment required for training purpose must be available with prospective Training Partner either owned or hired or through associates during the MoU period.

8. Selection Criteria

The eligible organisations will be evaluated on the basis of the criteria stated in the EOI Application Form. The selection process involves:

1. Submission: EOI proposals titled “EOI Application for KVIC Training Partner” should be filled in the prescribed format and submitted to the concerned State/Divisional Director.
2. Physical Verification: The concerned State/Divisional Director will forward the proposal after due physical verification along with criteria/merit-based recommendation (Annexure-II) to the Directorate of Capacity Building with a copy to Zonal Dy. CEO.
3. Observation Period: In case the Dy. CEO has any observation or comments, the same shall be brought to the notice within 7 working days to the Directorate of Capacity Building, or else will be treated as deemed to have been recommended.
4. Shortlisting: Only shortlisted agencies will be invited for submitting detailed technical proposals, including strategy, work plan with timelines, and budget.
5. Scoring Matrix (Physical Verification):

6. Preference: Preference will be given for NSDC accredited Training Centres based on NSDC STAR Rating.

Note: KVIC is not bound to select any of the agencies submitting the proposals and reserves the right of rejection of any or all proposals without assigning any reason thereof.

9. Empanelment Procedure

The empanelment procedure consists of the following steps:

1. Application Submission: Institutes fulfilling the eligibility requirements submit their EOI Application Form in the prescribed format to the concerned State/Divisional Director.
2. Physical Verification: The State/Divisional Director conducts physical verification/feasibility assessment of the prospective training centre using the format provided in Annexure-II.
3. Recommendation: After due diligence, the State/Divisional Director recommends the application to the Directorate of Capacity Building along with physical output and financial implications.
4. Scrutiny: The Directorate of Capacity Building scrutinizes the proposal and releases financial assistance.
5. Authorization: Successful applicants receive an Authorization Letter confirming their status as “accredited Training Partner” to conduct training activities through KVIC at their Training Centres.
6. Agreement Execution: The Training Partner must enter into an Agreement with KVIC before the commencement of the training programme.
7. Tenure: The tenure of Accreditation will be 3 years (financial year basis). However, the concerned State/Divisional Director will review the performance from time to time, and if performance is not found satisfactory, the Accreditation is liable to be discontinued/cancelled at any time before the expiry of 3 years by giving a notice of one month.
8. Renewal: The registration charges shall be renewed every year depending upon the performance and recommendation of concerned State/Divisional Director.
9. Monitoring: The State or Divisional Directors will monitor the training programs. The Training Partner Institute needs to ensure delivery of training programme with quality and within the timeline as per Industry standards.

10. Eligible Beneficiaries

The training programmes are designed for:

• Artisans and entrepreneurs in the Khadi and Village Industries sector
• New entrepreneurs specifically in domains creating employment in micro, small and medium units
• Persons Below Poverty Line (BPL) – eligible for travel reimbursement up to ₹1,000/-
• Persons with Disability (PwD) – eligible for travel reimbursement up to ₹1,000/-
• Women candidates (if traveling more than 80 kms from their homes to reach the training centre) – eligible for travel reimbursement up to ₹1,000/-
• Candidates from Special Areas (North Eastern States, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and districts affected by Left Wing Extremism) – eligible for additional boarding and lodging support equal to 10% of Programme Cost
• Candidates from remote places – eligible for additional support with prior approval of C.E.O. and Chairman on case-to-case basis

11. Total Target to be Trained

The EOI document does not specify a fixed total target number. However, the following parameters apply:

• Number of candidates per batch: 20 candidates (as per Cost Sheet in EOI) / 20-30 candidates (as per Agreement)
• Maximum financial assistance: ₹20 Lakhs per Training Partner institute in a financial year
• The Training Partner should upload each student profile in HRD-MIS Portal on regular basis

The actual number of beneficiaries to be trained will depend on the approved work plan, budget allocation, and performance of the Training Partner.

12. Job Roles or Course or Focus Area

The training programmes cover various trades in the Khadi & Village Industries sector. The courses listed in Annexure III include:

• Bamboo Article Making (1 month)
• Cane & Bamboo (2 months)
• Various other trades in Khadi and Village Industries verticals (as per Annexure III)

The Skill Development course may be aligned as per NSQF’s QP/NOS or as per the curriculum prescribed by KVIC. The training partner may obtain recognition from any Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) under NSDC/NCVET or any university, but KVIC will not provide any financial assistance regarding this.

Focus Areas:

• Skill Development Training
• Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP)
• Khadi & Village Industries trades
• Employment generation through PMEGP (Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme)

13. Duration

14. Funding and Payment Conditions

Pattern of Assistance by KVIC – Cost Sheet for Skilled Development Programme:

Number of candidates per batch: 20 Candidates

Additional Support:

• Boarding and Lodging: Certain additional cost heads equal to 10% of Programme Cost will be permitted where training candidates are from Special Areas (North Eastern States, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and districts affected by Left Wing Extremism), subject to certification and submission of claims/bills as reimbursement.
• Travelling: BPL and PwD candidates will be reimbursed to and fro cost incurred in travelling (subject to submission of original tickets), subject to a maximum amount of ₹1,000/-. Women candidates (if traveling more than 80 kms) and candidates from Special Areas are also eligible for reimbursement up to ₹1,000/-.
• Outstation Trainer: TA limited to III AC train fare will be reimbursed additionally. If the trainer is a Government servant, the same will be regulated as per TA/DA rules applicable to them subject to production of original journey tickets.

Maximum Financial Assistance:

• Maximum assistance of ₹20 Lakhs will be paid to the accredited Training Partner institute in a financial year.
• No infrastructure cost or machinery cost will be paid under this pattern of Assistance.
• Over and above, if in terms of qualitative terms (feedback from candidates) and outcomes, additional support can be provided subject to the approval of the Competent Authority and within the budget available with the Directorate of Capacity Building on case-to-case basis.

Terms & Conditions for Payment:

• Candidates joining the training have to pay registration fees of ₹50/- and the same is to be remitted to KVIC as IRG.
• The sales proceeds received by selling the products produced by the trainees are to be remitted 20% to KVIC as IRG.
• The KVIC Central Office will provide the Standard Course Certificate to each qualified student after successful completion of the course by adopting the Certification guidelines.

15. Mode of Submission and Address for Submission

Mode of Submission: Offline – The EOI proposals titled “EOI Application for KVIC training Partner” should be filled in the prescribed format and submitted to the concerned State/Divisional Director.

Address for Submission:

The application is to be submitted to the concerned State/Divisional Director of KVIC. The list of State Offices and Divisional Offices of KVIC is attached in Annexure V.

Head Office Address:
Directorate of Capacity Building
Khadi & Village Industries Commission
(Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India)
‘Gramodaya’, 3, Irla Road, Vile Parle (W),
Mumbai – 400056
Tel No: 022-26711764
Email: kvichrd@gmail.com, cb.kvic@gov.in
Website: www.kvic.org.in

Note: The application is to be submitted to the concerned State/Divisional Director and after due diligence, the State/Divisional Director shall recommend the same to the Directorate of Capacity Building along with physical output and financial implications for obtaining approval.

16. Other Terms and Conditions

1. Performance Indemnity: The empanelled Training Partner shall be responsible for satisfactory execution of all training activities as per approved guidelines, scope of work, timelines, quality standards, and instructions issued by KVIC from time to time.
2. Force Majeure: Neither KVIC nor the Training Partner shall be considered in breach of the agreement for failure or delay in performing obligations due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, flood, earthquake, pandemic, war, government restrictions, strikes, civil disturbances, or any other unforeseen events.
3. Termination of Empanelment Agreement:
   • Termination for Default: Immediate termination for failure to perform obligations, violation of terms, failure to maintain quality standards, or non-compliance with guidelines.
   • Termination for Misconduct/Non-Compliance: Immediate termination for fraudulent practices, submission of false information, manipulation of records, misuse of funds, violation of government guidelines, or unethical practices.
   • Termination by Notice: Either party may terminate by providing written notice as per mutually agreed terms, subject to completion of ongoing obligations (15 days prior notice).
   • Effect of Termination: Training Partner shall immediately stop representing itself as an empanelled partner and shall submit all pending documents, records, reports, and settlement details.
4. Dispute Resolution and Mediation: Any dispute shall first be resolved amicably through mutual discussion. If unresolved, the matter shall be referred for mediation by a mutually agreed mediator. If mediation fails, the dispute shall be resolved through arbitration/legal proceedings as per applicable laws. The place of arbitration/jurisdiction shall be decided by the Authority and shall be governed by the laws of India.
5. Confidentiality and Data Protection: The Training Partner shall maintain confidentiality of all beneficiary data, official documents, reports, and information received during implementation. The Training Partner shall not disclose or share any confidential information with third parties without prior written approval. The Training Partner shall not misuse the KVIC logo or any of its registered trademarks for any other purpose other than those specifically authorized by KVIC.
6. Compliance with Laws and Guidelines: The Training Partner shall comply with all applicable Government of India rules, regulations, safety requirements, and guidelines issued by KVIC.
7. Audit, Inspection and Monitoring Rights: The Authority shall have the right to inspect, monitor, audit, or verify the training activities, records, infrastructure, and performance of the Training Partner at any time.
8. Use of Logo and Name: Logo and name of KVIC will be mutually consented while issuing publicity material in newspapers from time to time for conducting training programme by the Training Partners.
9. Validity of Agreement: Agreement between KVIC and Training Partners will be valid for One year from the date of execution. However, every year there will be renewal of the agreement, and if the performance of the Training Partner is not found satisfactory, the head of the Training Institution/Training Centre/Field Offices of KVIC is empowered to take suitable decision for termination/cancellation of the Agreement. Similarly, Training Partner can terminate the agreement at any time by giving one month notice to KVIC.
10. Jurisdiction: For any legal recourse, courts in Mumbai alone shall have the exclusive legal jurisdiction to hear the matter.
11. Certification: The KVIC Central Office will provide the Standard Course Certificate to each qualified student after successful completion of the course by adopting the Certification guidelines.
12. MIS Data: The Training Partner should upload each student profile in HRD-MIS Portal on regular basis including placement/startup business details.
13. Monthly Progress Report: The Training Partner should submit monthly progress report every month for compilation of performance of Directorate of Capacity Building.
14. Right to Reject: KVIC is not bound to select any of the agencies submitting the proposals and reserves the right of rejection of any or all proposals without assigning any reason thereof.

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