The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship announced on 13 October 2026 that the registration window for the IndiaSkills Competition 2026–27 has been reopened. Eligible aspirants who missed the previous window can now apply via the Skill India Digital Hub until 19 October 2026. The competition covers 63 skill categories across sectors like manufacturing, engineering, and digital technologies. This decision follows high demand and the recent success of Team India at the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 competition.
Key points
- Deadline: Register by 19 October 2026 via the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH).
- Scope: Covers 63 industry-relevant skill categories.
- Current Status: Approximately 4.0 lakh registrations have already been received.
- Pathway: Competition progresses through district/zonal, state, regional, and national levels.
When it applies
- completion of applications on the Skill India Digital Hub
- Prime Minister's interaction with Team India's WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 competitors
Who it affects
- eligible aspirants