KASE-State Skill Development Mission

Building bridges. Creating opportunities. Empowering talent.

A distinguished delegation of 25 representatives from leading IT companies in Austria visited India from 23rd to 28th March 2026, with a focused objective of understanding Kerala’s dynamic IT and skill development ecosystem. The visit also aimed to foster meaningful engagement and networking between Austrian delegates and key Indian stakeholders.

As part of the programme, Kerala Academy for Skills Excellence (KASE) hosted a presentation at Kerala House on 26th March 2026, where Chief Operating Officer Shri. Vinod T. V., showcased the strengths and opportunities within Kerala’s skill ecosystem. The session was attended by Managing Director Shri. Sufiyan Ahmed, Smt. Reshmi M B (AGM – HR & Placements), and Shri. Anoop P (AGM – Skill Convergence).

This engagement marks an important step forward in strengthening international collaboration. Austria presents significant potential in areas such as skilled migration, dual vocational training, and dual degree programmes. At the same time, such exchanges open avenues for Austrian IT firms to explore partnerships, joint ventures, and collaborations with Kerala-based startups, creating opportunities to generate high-quality employment and retain top-tier talent within the state.

KASE Launches Landmark ‘Accreditation & Affiliation Policy’ and ‘State Quality Seal’ to Standardize Skill Training

In a decisive move to institutionalize quality and transparency in the state's skill development sector, the Kerala Academy for Skills Excellence (KASE) - the State Skill Development Mission under the Department of Labour and Skills - has officially declared its 'State Accreditation and Affiliation Policy'. The landmark event, which also featured the unveiling of the ‘State Quality Seal’, was inaugurated by Shri. V Sivankutty, Hon’ble Minister for General Education, Labour & Skills, at the Lemon Tree Premier, Thycaud.

The policy establishes rigorous and clear benchmarks for skill training centers, focusing on key parameters such as infrastructure, training methodologies, faculty excellence, and industry linkages. As a hallmark of this initiative, the ‘State Quality Seal’ will be awarded to institutions that consistently meet these defined standards. This certification will empower both candidates and the industry to easily identify and choose premier training centers in the state.

The inaugural ceremony was presided over by Shri. Shanavas S. IAS, Special Secretary (Labour and Skills), and Shri. Sufiyan Ahmed IAS, Managing Director of KASE delivered the Welcome Address. The event was felicitated by delegates, including Shri. Soumya Ranjan, COO of the BFSI Sector Skill Council; Shri. Yuvaraj C, Regional Director of RDSDE for Kerala and Lakshadweep; and Shri. Ayappan R, Head of Academic at NTTF. Shri. Malin. M, Manager-Projects KASE delivered the Vote of Thanks.

The program also included detailed technical sessions and discussions led by Shri. Vinod T. V., Chief Operating Officer, KASE and Shri. Anoop P, Manager Skill Convergence, KASE to orient officials and representatives on the implementation of the new Accreditation Policy and the State Quality Seal guidelines.

The event witnessed a massive turnout of over 200 stakeholders from across the state, including Training Service Providers (TSPs), Assessment Agencies, representatives from various Sector Skill Councils, and members of Awarding Bodies. With the collective support of our training partners and industry experts, Kerala is firmly on its way to becoming a premier global hub for skilled talent and vocational excellence.