A total of 1,449 youths in Tripura have completed the first phase of the Digital Employability Enhancement Program (DSD-DEEP) and received certificates under the Chief Minister’s Skill Development Scheme. The programme aims to strengthen digital skills and improve employment opportunities for young people.
The first phase covers 2,000 trainees across 20 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and seven private computer centres. The Directorate of Skill Development distributed certificates to successful candidates at a programme held on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the second phase is expected to begin soon, with an updated curriculum designed to better support ITI students.
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Key Facts
- Location: Tripura
- Programme: Digital Employability Enhancement Program (DSD-DEEP)
- Beneficiaries: 1,449 youths completed the first phase
- Total seats: 2,000, all of which have been filled
- Training centres: 20 ITIs and seven private computer centres
- Course duration: 120 hours
- Implementation partner: MKCL
- Next phase: Expected to commence soon
1,449 Trainees Receive Digital Skills Certificates
The Directorate of Skill Development distributed certificates to 1,449 successful trainees at its conference hall on Wednesday. The directorate shared the details in an official press note.
The trainees completed the first phase of DSD-DEEP under the Chief Minister’s Skill Development Scheme. The initiative seeks to prepare young people for jobs that require digital knowledge and practical computer skills.
The first phase offers training to 2,000 candidates across 27 institutions in Tripura. Although all available seats have been filled, 1,449 candidates have completed the course and received their certificates so far.
Digital Training Covers Key Employment Skills
The programme provides 120 hours of training in essential digital and technology-related subjects. The curriculum includes data management using Excel, DEEP-ITS, mobile application development, desktop publishing, and Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI).
These subjects help trainees develop practical skills for modern workplaces. For example, spreadsheet management and document preparation are useful in offices, while digital financial knowledge can support jobs in banking and related services.
The programme also aims to make digital education more accessible. By offering training through institutions located close to trainees’ homes, the initiative seeks to help young people across the state develop relevant skills.
Programme Aims to Improve Employment Opportunities
Digital proficiency has become increasingly important across industries. Businesses, offices and service providers rely on computers, smartphones and digital platforms for everyday operations.
DSD-DEEP aims to complement the technical knowledge that young people gain through vocational education. The additional skills can help trainees apply for jobs in offices, commercial establishments and service-sector organisations.
The training may also help participants explore self-employment and small business opportunities. However, completing the course does not guarantee employment; it aims to improve trainees’ readiness for the job market.
Second Phase Expected Soon
The second phase of DSD-DEEP is expected to begin soon. Officials are restructuring the curriculum to make the programme more useful for ITI students.
The revised approach will integrate digital competencies with technical training. This change aims to help students combine their trade-specific knowledge with the digital skills that employers increasingly expect.
The Directorate of Skill Development congratulated the successful trainees and wished them success in their future careers.
Importance for Tripura and Northeast India
Tripura’s digital skill development efforts can help young people prepare for changing employment needs across the Northeast. Accessible training in computer applications and digital services may widen career options for students and vocational trainees.
By combining technical education with digital learning, the state aims to improve workforce readiness and support young people seeking opportunities within Tripura and beyond.
Questions and Answers
What is DSD-DEEP?
DSD-DEEP stands for the Digital Employability Enhancement Program, an initiative that provides digital skills training to improve youth employability.
How many youths have completed the first phase?
A total of 1,449 youths have completed the course and received certificates so far.
How many candidates can participate in the first phase?
The first phase provides 2,000 seats across 20 ITIs and seven private computer centres.
What is the duration of the course?
Each course lasts 120 hours and covers several digital and employment-related subjects.
When will the second phase begin?
The second phase is expected to commence soon, although the official statement did not specify an exact date.
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