New Delhi: The Directorate General of Training (DGT) has joined forces with Shell India to launch a dedicated Green Skills and Electric Vehicles (EV) training programme, aiming to equip students and trainers with in-demand expertise for India’s green energy transition. Implemented by Edunet Foundation, Shell’s training partner, the initiative will run in select Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs) across Delhi-NCR, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
The collaboration was formally launched on 12 June 2025. In its first phase, the initiative will set up specialised EV skill labs at chosen centres where students can access hands-on sessions and industry-led modules. The training structure includes a 240-hour advanced EV Technician course at four NSTIs, a 90-hour job-focused EV skills course at 12 ITIs with Shell-backed labs, and a 50-hour green skills module at additional ITIs. Over 250 trainers will also undergo capacity building to deliver the content effectively.
The curriculum has been designed jointly by Shell, Edunet Foundation and DGT, covering EV systems, battery technology, diagnostics, digital tools and safety standards. Successful candidates will receive co-branded certification and structured placement assistance to enter the growing green mobility workforce.
India’s push for sustainable mobility is gaining traction through schemes like FAME and various state-level EV policies. These measures have spurred local ecosystems and highlighted the need for skilled technicians to match the expansion of charging networks, EV manufacturing and related services.
As the lead vocational training body, DGT will mobilise institutions and ensure alignment with national skilling standards while Shell and Edunet Foundation focus on modern training methods and industry relevance.
Speaking on the launch, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for MSDE and Minister of State for Education, Jayant Chaudhary said, “Our collaboration with Shell India reflects the government’s deeper commitment to aligning skilling with sustainability. Green energy, electric mobility, and the broader climate transition are not just environmental imperatives—they represent a generational opportunity for India to lead through innovation, talent, and enterprise. This initiative is part of our larger vision to create a workforce that is not only job-ready, but climate-ready. We are equipping young Indians with the skills to shape—and not just participate in—the global green economy.”
Director General, DGT, Trishaljit Sethi added, “This partnership with Shell India is a focused step in bringing cutting-edge training infrastructure and industry-relevant curriculum into our ITIs and NSTIs. By integrating Electric Vehicle technologies into vocational training, we are ensuring that our students gain hands-on experience aligned with real-world demand. With joint certification, trainer upskilling, and placement support built into the program, this initiative will significantly strengthen the employability of our youth in the green mobility sector.”
Mansi Madan Tripathy, Chairperson, Shell Group of Companies in India & Senior Vice President, Shell Lubricants, Asia-Pacific, said, “At Shell, we aim to support local communities by enabling future employment opportunities. Equipping youth with green energy skills is an important step towards building a lower-carbon future. Through our collaboration with DGT and Edunet Foundation, we are providing students with practical and future-ready expertise in green energy and electric mobility. This initiative empowers young people to thrive in an evolving energy landscape and contribute towards India’s net-zero ambitions”.
With its mix of advanced labs, practical training and placement pathways, the partnership aims to produce a workforce ready to drive India’s shift towards sustainable mobility and a greener economy.
BI Bureau
