Centre for Continuing Education · IISc Bangalore
Ministry & Government Engagements
Advancing Skills for Lifelong Professional Excellence
The Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) is a trusted partner for government bodies and ministries seeking to enhance the skills of their workforce. We are dedicated to supporting national initiatives like Skill India, Digital India, and Mission Karmayogi by providing high-quality, specialized training programs for public sector professionals. Our collaboration with government organizations focuses on capacity building, bridging skill gaps, and fostering a culture of innovation within the public sector.
Our Approach to Capacity Building
We work closely with government departments and ministries to design and deliver targeted training programs that address specific needs and policy objectives. Our expertise lies in leveraging the academic and research strengths of IISc to create impactful learning experiences. We have a proven track record of successful engagement through various models, including Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) and the Global Initiative of Academic Networks (GIAN).
Our programs are led by eminent IISc faculty and are designed to be relevant and practical, ensuring that participants can immediately apply their new knowledge to their work.
Past Collaborations
Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India
Skill development and training course on Applications of Geosynthetics in Infrastructure Projects — conducted January 17–28, 2022.
Power Grid Corporation of India
Training on Digital Substations Awareness (January 2023) and Overview of Digital Substations (April 2024).
National Water Academy & ACIWRM
Multiple training programs on Advanced Technologies for Water Resources Management and Engineering Hydrology — delivered 2020 to 2023.
Bharat Electronics Ltd. (BEL), Ministry of Defence
Programs on Advanced AI & ML and Advanced Energy Storage Cells & Fuels (December 2023); Communication & Signal Processing, IoT, AI/ML, HF Antenna, and UI/UX Design for CRL Ghaziabad scientists (2024).
Capacity Building Commission (CBC)
CCE received a request from CBC to offer one-hour courses in specialized areas. Twelve faculty members have proposed courses, and four have already completed recording — expanding access to IISc expertise for government officials nationwide.
Partner with CCE, IISc for Government Training
The CCE, IISc is committed to helping government ministries and public sector undertakings achieve their goals of building a modern, skilled, and future-ready workforce. Our programs help public servants stay updated with rapidly evolving technologies and policies, ensuring efficient and effective public service delivery.
Please get in touch with our staff with your requirements to explore how we can create a customized training program to meet your department's specific needs.