The National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) on July 07, 2025, notified the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) - 2023 is a comprehensive, rationalized, and revised framework. It serves as a national system for the classification of qualifications according to a series of levels of knowledge, skills, and aptitude.
Key aspects of NSQF - 2023 include:
Standardization: It provides a common reference framework for all types of qualifications in India, from general education to vocational training and skill-based learning.
Pathways and Mobility: The framework is designed to facilitate vertical and horizontal mobility between various educational streams and the labor market, allowing individuals to progress in their careers and education.
Quality Assurance: By standardizing qualification levels and outcomes, NSQF aims to enhance the quality and relevance of vocational education and training in the country.
Link to National Credit Framework: The 2023 revision is closely integrated with the newly approved and notified National Credit Framework, indicating a unified approach to credit accumulation and transfer across academic and vocational learning.
Superseding Previous Version: This updated NSQF replaces the framework originally notified in 2013, reflecting advancements and evolving needs in India's skill development ecosystem.
[Notification No. 22001/01/2023/NCVET]
