CSR Partnerships CSR-Driven Skill Development: A Win-Win for Corporates & Communities
How corporate social responsibility programs in collaboration with training partners are creating sustainable livelihoods while building skilled talent pools.
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Established in 2003 under the leadership of Mr. Dipti Ranjan Mishra, Upasana Education Trust has been dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional education and industry requirement.
We serve as a Project Implementation Agency implementing major state and national skill development initiatives such as DDU-GKY, PMKVY, and CSR projects. By providing industry-aligned training, certified curriculum, and robust placements, we have empowered over 19,000 students to secure sustainable livelihoods.
To deliver certified, high-impact vocational training to rural and underprivileged youth, equipping them with employable skills and lifelong dignity.
Comprehensive vocational training, recruitment, corporate, and digital solutions designed to foster sustainable livelihood development.
Industry-relevant vocational training programs across Healthcare, IT, Agriculture, Textiles, and more. NSDC-certified courses designed to bridge the skill gap and create employable youth.
Trusted Project Implementation Agency for DDU-GKY, PMKVY, PMGDisha, and state-level skill development initiatives across Odisha, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand.
End-to-end placement support connecting trained candidates with leading employers across India. Over 15,000 successful placements with dedicated career counseling and post-placement support.
Comprehensive recruitment solutions for corporates seeking skilled and certified manpower. We provide pre-screened, trained candidates across multiple sectors and job roles.
Customized training programs for organizations to upskill their workforce. CSR-driven skill development partnerships with leading corporates like Bosch, Tech Mahindra, IOCL, and HPCL.
Leveraging technology to deliver accessible, scalable training solutions. Digital literacy programs, e-learning platforms, and technology-enabled assessment systems.
Discover the national skill development schemes and Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives implemented by Upasana.
Ministry of Rural Development
Placement-linked residential skill training program for rural youth aged 15–35. Upasana has been an approved PIA since 2014, operating multiple training centers across Odisha for roles in Healthcare, IT, Textiles, and Services sectors.
Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
Short-term training and recognition of prior learning under India's flagship skill development scheme. Training delivered through OSDA and various Sector Skill Councils.
Bosch India
Certified Bosch BRIDGE Training Partner in Odisha implementing vocational training programs under Bosch's Corporate Social Responsibility initiative for underprivileged youth.
Read about how our vocational training programs and placement support have helped candidates build rewarding careers.
"Upasana Education Trust gave me the skills and confidence to build a career in healthcare. The practical training and placement support changed my life completely."
General Duty Assistant • Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Placed at Apollo Hospitals"Coming from a rural background, I never imagined working in an IT company. The DDU-GKY program at Upasana made it possible. I am now financially independent."
Data Entry Operator • Cuttack, Odisha
Placed at TCS BPO"The ISMO training helped me learn garment production skills. Today, I work in a reputed garment factory and support my family. Thank you, Upasana!"
Industrial Sewing Machine Operator • Nimapada, Odisha
Placed at Raymond Ltd.Working in close coordination with central ministries, state skill missions, Sector Skill Councils (SSCs), and leading corporates.
Gain industry-recognized NSQF certifications, hands-on lab training, and direct placement support across 15+ job roles with 100% government sponsorship for eligible candidates.
Hire pre-trained, certified talent or partner with a seasoned Project Implementation Agency with 20+ years of audited, compliant skill execution across multiple states.
Find answers to common questions about admissions, course details, training center locations, and certifications.
Upasana Education Trust is a leading vocational training provider from Odisha, established in 2003. We are a Project Implementation Agency (PIA) that delivers skill development programs under government schemes like DDU-GKY, PMKVY, and CSR partnerships with leading corporates.
Many of our programs under DDU-GKY and PMKVY are fully funded by the government and are free for eligible candidates. Some fee-based courses are also available. Contact us for specific program details and eligibility.
Eligibility varies by course — from 5th pass for basic skill programs to 12th pass for advanced courses like Accounts Executive or Pharmacy Assistant. Age requirement is typically 18–35 years for government-funded programs.
Yes, we provide comprehensive placement support for all our trainees. Our dedicated placement cell works with 100+ corporate partners to ensure candidates get employment opportunities matching their skills. We have placed over 15,000 candidates so far.
We have 25+ training centers across Odisha in locations including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela, Nimapada, Baripada, Khurda, Jagatsinghpur, Balasore, Rayagada, and Keonjhar. We also operate in West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand.
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