Deadline: 2 March 2024
T-Hub, in collaboration with NSDC and HDFC Bank, is launching Skill India Digital Accelerator – to identify and support startups with funds that are addressing the challenges of the modern dynamic workforce through innovative technologies.
Skill India Digital has established itself as a comprehensive platform for skill development and career advancement in India. To further its impact, the program aims to identify and explore opportunity areas where startups and innovators can contribute, enhancing the platform’s effectiveness and reach.
Objectives
- Secure Funding to Fuel Your Startup Growth
- The program aims to nurture 8-10 promising startups within specific thematic areas by offering unparalleled support and grants. These selected startups will play a pivotal role in advancing the capabilities of the workforce, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible within skill development and employment readiness.
- Enhancing the Skill India Digital Platform
- By partnering with innovative startups, the program aims to amplify the adoption and functionality of NSDC’s Skill India Digital Platform, enrich its features, and make it more accessible to a wider audience. This includes gig workers, service providers, startups, corporates, academic institutions, and non-profits, ultimately creating a more inclusive and comprehensive ecosystem for skill development.
Thematic Areas
- Opportunity Discovery
- Multilingual Content and Interface
- Screening and Verification
- Demand Aggregation
- Financial Inclusion for Gig Workers
- Government Scheme Coverage
- Upskilling & Skill Enhancement
- Entrepreneurship Development
- AI Personalised Recommendations
- Skills Marketplace
Why Join the Skill India Digital Accelerator?
- Support and Grants: Selected startups will receive essential support and funding to bring their innovative solutions to life.
- Amplify Impact: Contribute to a nationwide effort to enhance skill development, directly impacting India’s workforce and economy.
- Broaden Your Reach: Work with NSDC’s Skill India Digital Platform to expand your solution’s impact to a diverse user base.
- Drive Inclusion: Play a key role in making skill development accessible to underserved communities and sectors.
Eligibility Criteria
- Growth-stage startups that are registered in India and have an innovative technology solution that can be applied to prescribed focus areas (themes).
- Attributes: MVP & Market ready Startups.
For more information, visit T-Hub.
