1. Introduction
NIELIT Kolkata invites applications from NSQF-accredited training institutes to implement the EELTP project. The project focuses on training SC/ST & EWS (Women) candidates in various NSQF-aligned IECT courses. The training partners will conduct training, mobilize candidates, and provide necessary infrastructure across 9 districts of West Bengal.
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2. Objective
- Enhance employability and livelihood of disadvantaged youth.
- Build capacity in IT and Electronics sectors via structured skill development.
- Target 523 candidates per district across 9 districts of West Bengal over 3 years.
- Ensure training in NSQF-aligned courses certified by NIELIT.
3. Key Dates
- EOI Publishing Date: 8th December 2024
- Validity of EOI: Till 31st March 2025
- Training Period: Over a duration of 3 years
4. EMD and Tender Fees
- EMD: Not Applicable
- Tender Fees: Not Applicable
5. Scope of Work
Training Partners (TPs) will:
- Mobilize and enroll eligible candidates.
- Provide training in NSQF-aligned courses at approved facilities.
- Ensure biometric attendance, CCTV surveillance, and qualified faculty.
- Coordinate with NIELIT on examination and certification.
- Assist students with placements and maintain detailed documentation.
6. Eligibility of Training Partners
- Must be an NSQF-accredited institute or obtain fresh accreditation from NIELIT.
- Should have adequate infrastructure, qualified trainers, and past experience in skill development.
- Must not sub-contract any part of the training.
7. Selection Criteria
- TPs already accredited need not apply afresh for the same courses.
- A TP Selection Committee at NIELIT Kolkata will shortlist TPs.
- Evaluation will consider:
- Experience in skill development
- Infrastructure, faculty, and industry linkage
- NSQF accreditation status
- Placement records
- Geographic proximity to target districts
8. Empanelment Procedure
- Submit application in sealed envelope, superscribed with:
- “Application against EOI Ref No: NIELIT/KOL/24-25/EELTP/EOI/3 for providing Training Facility for the project EELTP”
- Application must be complete with all supporting documents.
- Submit to: Director-In-Charge
NIELIT Kolkata
Jadavpur University, Kolkata – 700032 - Email queries to:
9. Eligible Beneficiaries
- Youth belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and EWS (Women) categories.
- Must fulfill the educational eligibility criteria of the specific course.
- Verification of caste, education, and ID proof is mandatory.
10. Job Roles / Courses / Focus Area
The following NSQF-aligned courses are offered:
| S. No. | Course Name | Duration (hrs) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Certificate in IT-ITeS BPO & Soft Skills | 250 |
| 2 | Computer Application Accounting & Publishing Assistant | 360 |
| 3 | Data Entry and Office Assistant (Upskilling) | 210 |
| 4 | O Level (IT) | 540 |
| 5 | Web Developer | 210 |
| 6 | Multimedia Developer | 200 |
| 7 | IoT Assistant | 300 |
| 8 | IoT Associate | 450 |
| 9 | AI Associate (Upskilling) | 240 |
| 10 | Assembly & Maintenance of PCs | 300 |
| 11 | Cloud Computing & Virtualization Expert | 210 |
11. Duration
Course durations range from 200 to 540 hours, including training and assessment components.
12. Payment Conditions
- TPs submit invoices post-training and certification.
- Invoices must include biometric attendance and required documents.
- Payment sharing model will be finalized by NIELIT Kolkata and shared with selected TPs.
- Payment made only for certified candidates.
13. Mode of Submission
- Physical submission of EOI application in sealed envelope.
- Superscribe with EOI reference and project name.
- Incomplete/late submissions or canvassing will result in disqualification.
14. Address for Submission
Director-In-Charge
NIELIT Kolkata,
Jadavpur University Campus,
Kolkata – 700032
15. Other Terms and Conditions
- Training to follow NSQF norms and Qualification Files (see: nqr.gov.in).
- TPs are not allowed to sub-contract training responsibilities.
- Infrastructure requirements:
- CCTV, power backup, computers, internet, biometric attendance, separate washrooms, etc.
- TPs must maintain:
- Student Registers
- Biometric logs
- Academic records
- Examinations and certifications will be conducted by NIELIT HQ.
- Placements to be facilitated through industry linkages.
- Agreement valid for 1 year, renewable upon mutual consent.
- NIELIT reserves the right to terminate contracts for non-compliance.
- Disputes will be handled under jurisdiction of the TP’s district.
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