500+ STEM Graduates Test Skills in Nipun Karnataka Initiative

Quick Summary

• Event: A psychometric and technical online employability assessment for STEM graduates was held under the Nipun Karnataka program at shetty Institute of Technology, Kalaburagi.
• participation: Over 500 candidates attended on the first day. The pilot project targets 2,500 STEM graduates from a pool of 10,000 attendees of an earlier job fair in Kalaburagi.
• Purpose: The initiative is designed to bridge skill gaps and improve employment prospects for STEM graduates in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
• Test Details: Conducted by Unstop, the 90-minute test evaluates aptitude, communication skills, digital literacy, and behavioural readiness. Each participant receives a scorecard with tailored improvement recommendations.
• Leadership Presence: Deputy Commissioner B. Fouzia Taranum visited along with Kalaburagi Mayor Varsha Jane and other district officials to oversee operations.
• Key Partners: karnataka Skill Development Corporation managed the initiative in collaboration with industry players who will train and recruit eligible participants post-assessment.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The Nipun Karnataka programme reflects increasing efforts by state authorities to address employability challenges for STEM graduates outside major urban hubs like Bengaluru. leveraging technology-driven assessments ensures that training aligns closely with industry requirements while providing actionable feedback for participants’ skill enhancement.The focus on Tier-2/3 locations such as Kalaburagi is noteworthy as these areas frequently enough lag behind metropolitan regions regarding career opportunities due to limited training resources or connectivity gaps.This pilot could serve as a scalable model for addressing India’s uneven educational-employment landscape.

By targeting key aspects like digital literacy and communication skills alongside technical capabilities in participants, this program emphasizes holistic development rather than rote technical proficiency-aligning well with modern employer expectations within complex global markets.

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