The World Skill Center (WSC), Odisha’s premier institution for advanced skill training, celebrated the graduation of its 6th batch today.
Sampad Chandra Swain, Minister of Skill Development and Technical Education, Government of Odisha, attended the ceremony and congratulated the 1,088 graduating students as they embark on the next phase of their careers, equipped with confidence and industry-ready skills.
In his address, the Minister praised the remarkable placement record of the graduating class, with over 93% of students already placed in reputable companies and many more expected to secure offers soon. Notably, 94 graduates have received international job offers in the UAE from leading companies such as EMRILL and Jindal SAW, demonstrating the growing global recognition of the “Skilled-in-Odisha” brand.
“This is not just a moment of celebration, but also of transformation. The Chief Minister has emphasised skill development as a cornerstone of our journey towards Viksit Odisha. By empowering youth with industry-ready skills, we are not only creating livelihoods but also building the future of our State,” the Minister stated.
During the event, the Minister also inaugurated two state-of-the-art Centers of Excellence: one in Smart Manufacturing (in partnership with FESTO) and another in Industrial Automation (in collaboration with Schneider). These facilities will enable students to train to global standards and prepare them for the rapidly changing demands of the industry.
Graduates from the School of Engineering have secured placements in notable companies, including Johnson Lifts, Reliance Solar, Jindal Steel, Fujitec, JSW, Tata Steel, Tata Autocomp, Airtel, and Wipro Aerospace, among others. Meanwhile, students from the School of Services have found positions with companies such as IHLC of Tata, Green Trends, VLCC, Jawed Habib, Mahindra, Swosti, and other reputable organisations. Some students have earned annual packages of up to ₹5.25 lakh, reflecting both the quality of training at WSC and the ambition of Odisha’s youth.
In recognition of academic excellence, 29 outstanding trainees were awarded Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals for securing the top three positions in their respective trades.
The event was also attended by Bhupendra Singh Poonia, Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the SD&TE Department, and Ms Rashmita Panda, Director of Skill Development-cum-Employment and CEO of OSDA & WSC. Senior representatives from various corporations, including Mr. Ranjit Ray (VP, Calderys India Refractories Ltd.), Mr. Saroj Kumar Mohanta (GM – Head Engineering & Maintenance), Mr. Syed Sameer Ali (Park Head, Wonderla Holidays Ltd., Bhubaneswar), and Mr Abhishek Kumar (HR Head Odisha, Bharti Airtel), were present at the occasion.
