About SCMS

Skill Council for Mining Sector (SCMS) promoted by FIMI and supported by Ministry of Mines is the apex body to train and meet the requirement of skilled workforce for the mining industry in PPP mode, setup by National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE).

The core activity of SCMS is to formulate the National Occupational Standard (NOS) for different job roles aligned to National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) notified by Government of India, in December, 2013.

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) in its notification dated 17th March 2015 has authorized SCMS as a non-statutory agency for certifying the mining workforce in India.

Our Vision

To promote market-relevant skill development & vocational education at global standards in the mining sphere by enabling job opportunities in sync with aspirations of India’s youth so as to bridge gap between demand & supply with inclusive growth and to support the mantra of “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” contributing towards making India the Skill Capital of the world.

22+

ACTIVE TRAINING
PARTNERS

268+

INDUSTRY
MEMBERS

53+

QUALIFICATION
PACKS

SCMS in Figures

192109+

TRAINED CANDIDATES

154257+

CERTIFIED CANDIDATES

293+

TRAINER CERTIFICATIONS

283+

ASSESSOR CERTIFICATIONS

Objectives of SCMS

To develop Qualification Files (QFs) and National Occupational Standards (NOSs) aligned to the needs of the mining industry based on the Skill Gap Analysis/ reports and industry demands.
To lay emphasis on Safety, Productivity, Quality Assurance, Mechanization & Waste management.
To work closely with industry, stake holders and Government/statutory bodies to maintain robust Labor Market Information System (LMIS).

Latest Updates

21
Aug

MOU signed in World Skill Centre , Odisha
MOU was signed at World Skill Centre on 21st Aug 2023 for creation of a World Class Centre of Excellence- in the Mining Sector in Odisha. MOU was signed by Mr Reghu G. (IAS), Chief Executive Officer, OSDA and Mr. Sanjay Sharma, CEO, SCMS in presence of Ms Alka Misra Chairperson, OSDA and Mr. Pankaj Kumar Satija, MD Tata Steel Mining Ltd & Chairman, Skill Council for Mining Sector.
27
Jul

10th AGM held on 27th July 2023
The 10th Annual General Meeting & 40th Meeting of the Governing Board of Skill Council for Mining Sector (SCMS) was held at the SCMS office on 27th July 2023. The meeting was chaired by Mr. Pankaj Satija, Chairman - SCMS & Managing Director, Tata Steel Mining Ltd.
09
May

MOU with Vivekanand Polytechnic Bhandara (Maharashtra)
It is pleased to announce that SCMS has entered an MOU with Vivekanand Polytechnic Sitasaongi, Bhandara (Maharashtra) on 9th May 2023 to align mining related -NSQF job roles for diploma mining students.
08
Mar

Impact Assessment Study report on Skill Development Project (2016-19) sponsored by Hindustan Zinc Limited, Udaipur
The first Impact Assessment Study report in respect of the training project executed at Hindustan Zinc Ltd. during 2016-19 in Jumbo Drill Operator & Winding Engine Operator trades has been submitted by M/s S R Asia. The research was conducted in and around 3 training centers located in the districts of Bhilwara, Rajsamand, and Udaipur in Rajasthan. Besides many other stakeholders, out of 326, 171 successful trainees and 30 dropouts were interviewed. The detailed report can be perused in the Knowledge bank tab on the home screen.
01
Mar

Adoption of four job roles
NCVET has accorded formal approval for the adoption of four job roles which are Backhoe Loader Operator, Excavator Operator, Hydra Crane Operator & Crawler Crane Operator of NSQF level 4 by SCMS from Infrastructure Equipment Skill Council (IESC), the other Awarding Body.

Testimonials

I had a private job which insufficient was insufficient to support my large family. I came to know about skill development training by Skill Council for Mining Sector in collaboration with Hindustan Zinc Ltd. through a newspaper advertisement and got myself enrolled in 2017. Post training, I was offered a job as an Assistant Jumbo Drill Operator at Zawar Mines, I am currently earning Rs. 35,000 per month and contributing to my family's finances. I am extremely happy with the training program and my placement.

Irfan Mohammad Pinjara

JUMBO DRILL OPERATOR

My financial situation significantly improved after completing this training program and joining the new job. Currently, | am currently working as a Winding Engine Operator at Reliant Drilling Pvt. Ltd. at Dariba and earn between 50,000 and 60,000 rupees every month. | am grateful to all of my institute's trainers, particularly HZL, for ensuring that all WEO trainees are well-placed and settled. I and my friends are earning more than anticipated.

Prakash Giri

WINDING ENGINE OPERATOR