PM SHRI VOCATIONAL EDUCATION INITIATIVE
Under NEP 2020 Guidelines – Powered by Nexapi Training
PM SHRI & NEP 2020 – Vocational Vision
The PM SHRI scheme under NEP 2020 aims to empower schools by integrating vocational education for holistic development and career readiness.
- Introduce vocational subjects from Class 6
- Target: 50% exposure by 2025
- Hands-on & skill-based learning
- Industry partnerships & digital skills
NEP 2020 Vocational Education Goals
- Start vocational subjects from Class 6
- Expose 50% of learners to vocational education by 2025
- Enhance hands-on learning with real-world applications
- Bridge the gap between academics & practical skills
- Promote entrepreneurship & tech-savviness
Vocational Integration Across Schools
JNVs (Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas)
- Focus on nurturing rural talent
- Strong emphasis on IT & digital literacy modules
KVs (Kendriya Vidyalayas)
- Serve as model institutions for national implementation
- Early adoption of vocational tracks under NEP
Government Schools
- Receive dedicated funding via PM SHRI for labs & infrastructure
- Promote inclusive skill development through workshops
Private Schools
- Encouraged to align with NEP 2020 by integrating vocational modules
- Can collaborate with ed-tech partners like Nexapi for curriculum delivery
- Opportunity to offer global standard certifications in IT & emerging tech
- Leverage flexibility to customize learning paths based on student needs
Promoted Vocational Streams
- Web Development
- Robotics
- Machine Learning
- Information Technology (IT)
- Information Technology Enabled Services (ITeS)
Nexapi Training focuses primarily on IT and ITeS-based vocational programs under the PM SHRI initiative, with key expertise in emerging technologies like Web Development, Robotics, and Machine Learning.
NEXAPI Vocational Training Program
IT & Tech Modules
- Digital Literacy & Fundamentals – OS, Email, Google Tools, Online Safety
- Coding for Beginners – Scratch, HTML, CSS, JS Basics
- Productivity Tools – MS Office, Data Entry
- Cyber Safety – Phishing, Digital Privacy
- Intro to Emerging Tech – AI, IoT, Cloud, Robotics
Program Highlights
- Classes 9 to 12
- Blended Learning (Online + Workshops)
- Trainer-led & Self-paced
- Certification aligned with NEP
- Mapped to NSQF framework
Key Benefits
- Career readiness with industry-relevant skills
- Emphasis on practical knowledge
- Builds confidence in using technology
- Accessible to students across backgrounds
