Archive · 27 Sep 2026
World Skill Center Opens Applications for 2026-27 Skill Courses
The World Skill Center is accepting applications for courses starting in the 2026-27 academic year.
Students must apply by September 30.
The courses teach skills such as electrical technology, hospitality, logistics, health care and digital animation.
Classes are available at campuses in Bhubaneswar and Sambalpur.
Bhubaneswar also offers a six-month course in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Different courses require different educational qualifications.
Some eligible groups can study in the one-year courses without paying tuition.
Students may also receive hostel accommodation, meals, uniforms and bus transportation.
The World Skill Center has invited applications for advanced skill courses for the 2026-27 academic session.
Applications must be submitted by September 30 through the World Skill Center website.
Bhubaneswar and Sambalpur campuses offer one-year programmes, while Bhubaneswar offers a six-month AI and ML course.
Eligible SC, ST, OBC, SEBC and minority candidates may receive free one-year training, subject to conditions.
The center reported a 99% placement rate in 2025-26, with 295 candidates securing global placement opportunities.
- Who
- The World Skill Center, Bhubaneswar, and eligible applicants.
- What
- Applications have opened for one-year advanced skill courses and a six-month Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning course.
- When
- For the 2026-27 academic session; applications close on September 30.
- Where
- World Skill Center campuses in Bhubaneswar and Sambalpur, Odisha.
- Why
- To enroll students in advanced skill-development programmes across engineering, services and technology fields.
- Application deadline
- September 30
- Course duration
- One year for most programmes; six months for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Campuses
- Bhubaneswar and Sambalpur
- Eligibility
- Varies by course and includes ITI, Diploma, +2, B.E./B.Tech and other prescribed qualifications
- Fee support
- Eligible SC, ST, OBC, SEBC and minority candidates may pursue one-year courses free of cost, subject to conditions
- Reserved seats
- Ten per cent of seats are reserved for candidates from outside Odisha, subject to admission norms
- 2025-26 placement rate
- 99%, with 295 candidates securing global placement opportunities