The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, is a leader in digital education and skill development. With over 55 centres nationwide, it offers NSQF-aligned courses, degrees, diplomas, and specialized programs in Information, Electronics, and Communication Technology (IECT), focusing on AI, IoT, Blockchain, and Cybersecurity, 3D printing, Data Science etc..

Now a Deemed-to-be University, NIELIT continues to drive India’s digital future. As the country’s largest skilling institution in emerging technologies, it has trained millions, reinforcing India’s status as a global tech hub. Its extensive network ensures accessible digital training, equipping individuals with AICTE-approved formal courses and NSQF-aligned non-formal programs for diverse career paths. Regardless of location, professionals and job seekers can leverage NIELIT’s resources to build a future in the digital age.

Expanding Access through Innovation NIELIT’s Virtual Academy has revolutionized digital learning, ensuring accessibility through online platforms. The state of art SMART Lab for electronics hardware prototyping, Virtual training for Cyber Forensics, 3D printing & digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0 are being used to skill the workforce in large numbers.

These courses are not only state-of-the-art but also affordable, ensuring that the doors to knowledge and opportunity remain open to every individual, irrespective of economic background. India has not only biggest democracy but also India is trying for the democratization of digital Skilling through NIELIT aligned with the commitment to inclusivity and empowerment through digital means.

NIELIT stands out as a unique institution that offers both formal and non-formal courses. Its formal courses are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), ensuring they meet the highest academic standards. Simultaneously, its non-formal courses, aligned with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) and approved by the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET), cater to diverse job roles and industries. This dual approach ensures that NIELIT equips individuals with the knowledge and skills required for every type of job, from entrylevel roles to specialized positions in cutting-edge fields.

NIELIT’s Impact in Assam

Since 1998, NIELIT has played a crucial role in IT education in Assam, evolving into a major hub for skill development. Under the Development of the North Eastern Region by Enhancing Training and Education Capacity in the IECT Area project, multiple centres have been established, including those in Tezpur, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Kokrajhar, Silchar, and Majuli.

Plans are underway for a permanent campus in Jagiroad, Morigaon, Assam, as part of the NIELIT Deemed-to-be University. The campus will feature a Semiconductor Technology Lab to train manpower for the TATA Semiconductor Plant, along with other courses in emerging areas of IT and Electronics.

Key Achievements and Initiatives

NIELIT Guwahati and its extension centres in Assam have trained over 1,73,000 students/beneficiaries from various sections of society under short-term and long-term courses in IT, Electronics and Emerging technologies . Additionally, NIELIT has played a vital role in the successful implementation of several capacity-building and skilling projects and schemes, providing value-added training in Information, Electronics, and Communication Technology (IECT) to target beneficiaries.

Notable projects include the development of an LMS portal for training 1,62,643 election personnel, cyber forensic training for Assam Police, AI & ML Bootcamps, and cybersecurity workshops. NIELIT has also conducted job fairs to facilitate employment opportunities for students, partnered with Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) to provide AI/ML training to Class VIII students under the PM Shri scheme, and promoted cybersecurity education through the Cyber Shikshaa initiative.

NIELIT is also specialized in Bioinformatics and has launched two NSQF-approved programs in Data Science and Multiomics Analysis. Since 2003, over 1,000 students have been trained in these domains.

To address the growing demand for skilled manpower in the semiconductor sector, particularly for the upcoming semiconductor manufacturing unit in Jagiroad, 13 NSQFaligned courses have been designed to equip the workforce with industry-relevant skills in semiconductor Assembly Testing Manufacturing and Packaging technologies.

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Future Roadmap

NIELIT is poised to play a key role in advancing semiconductor skilling in India through its partnership with Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL), focusing on Assembly, Testing, Marking, and Packaging (ATMP) technologies. This collaboration will establish specialized skill centres, certification programs, and internship opportunities to equip professionals with industry-relevant expertise. Additionally, a state-of-the-art Center of Excellence (CoE) in Semiconductors, supported by leading industry partners, will drive innovation, research, and advanced skill development. Through dynamic education models, industry-aligned training, and cuttingedge research, NIELIT is strengthening India’s semiconductor ecosystem, ensuring a skilled, future-ready workforce and reinforcing the country’s position as a global technology leader.

Views Expressed by: L. Lanuwabang, Director, National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology, Guwahati

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