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Government Schemes 16 September 2026 · Event date: 15 September 2026

India’s Largest-Ever Skilled Youth Contingent Flagged Off for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

India’s Largest-Ever Skilled Youth Contingent Flagged Off for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
Official visual from the source release · Source: Press Information Bureau

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship hosted a send-off ceremony for India's largest-ever contingent of 70 skilled youth who will compete in 63 skill categories at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China, from 22 to 27 September 2026. The contingent includes competition in 11 new skill categories such as Unmanned Aerial Systems, Software Testing, and Aircraft Maintenance. Jindal Steel serves as the Official Merchandise Sponsor for Team India.

Why It Matters

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In Simple Words

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship hosted a send-off ceremony in New Delhi for India's largest-ever contingent of 70 skilled young competitors. This group will represent the country across 63 skill categories at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China, from 22 to 27 September 2026.

For the first time, Indian competitors will participate in 11 new skill categories like Dental Prosthetics, Software Testing, and Unmanned Aerial Systems. Jindal Steel is the Official Merchandise Sponsor, and the event also marked the announcement of the first cohort of 16 members for the WorldSkills India Champions Club.

“India’s young skill champions embody confidence, discipline and the determination to excel. We are proud to support Team India as they carry the nation’s aspirations to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. I wish every competitor the very best as they showcase Indian talent and excellence before the world.”

— Shri Naveen Jindal, Chairman, Jindal Steel

Key Points

  • India's largest-ever contingent consists of 70 skilled young competitors.
  • The competitors will represent India across 63 skill categories.
  • The 48th WorldSkills Competition will be held in Shanghai, China, from 22 to 27 September 2026.
  • Jindal Steel is the Official Merchandise Sponsor for Team India.
  • India will compete in 11 new skill categories for the first time, including Software Testing and Unmanned Aerial Systems.
  • The event announced the first cohort of 16 members to the WorldSkills India Champions Club.
  • India secured the 13th position at WorldSkills Lyon 2024 with four Bronze Medals and 12 Medallions for Excellence.
  • The Shanghai edition will feature more than 1,400 young competitors from over 60 countries and regions.

Exam Angle

Ministry involved
Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)
Event
48th WorldSkills Competition
Host city and country
Shanghai, China
Contingent size
70 skilled young competitors across 63 skill categories

A. 70

Source: Press Information Bureau

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