Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Training Programme 2020/2021 for Developing Countries (fully-funded)

Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Program (ITEC) invites candidates from developing countries to apply for six-week training in India.  

Application Deadline: Applications should be submitted preferably 3 months before the commencement of the course.

Eligible Countries: Developing Countries

To be taken at (country): India

About the Award: The ITEC Programme, fully funded by the Government of India, has evolved and grown over the years. Under ITEC and its sister programme SCAAP (Special Commonwealth African Assistance Programme), 161 countries in Asia, Africa, East Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean as well as Pacific and Small Island countries are invited to share in the Indian developmental experience acquired over six decades of India’s existence as a free nation.

As a result of different activities under this programme, there is now a visible and growing awareness among other countries about the competence of India as a provider of technical know-how and expertise as well as training opportunities, consultancy services and feasibility studies. These programmes have generated immense goodwill and substantive cooperation among the developing countries.

Fields of Study: Topics for this period include courses in the themes of power, renewable & alternative energy; agriculture and rural development; environment & climate change; and others.

Type: Training

Eligibility: 

• Academic qualifications as laid down by the Institute for the Course concerned.
• Working knowledge of English required to follow the Course.
• Age between 25 to 45 years.
• Medically fit to undertake the training.

Selection Criteria: 

• Officials in Government, Public and Private Sectors, Universities, Chambers of Commerce and Industry, etc.
• Candidates should possess adequate work experience.

Number of Awards: Not specified

Value of Program: The program covers transportation and visa costs, course fees, accommodation, and living and book allowances for course participants.

How to Apply: Find information on how to apply

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Award Provider: Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation