NITI Aayog Calls for Reform of Generic Degree Programs
· India · Indian Express, NDTV
NITI Aayog has urged a shift toward specialized, job-linked education, citing weak employment outcomes for graduates with generic degrees like BA, B.Sc, and B.Com. The report, 'Reimagining Skilling for Viksit Bharat', notes that over 90% of Indian graduates work in roles misaligned with their qualifications. Data indicates that educated unemployment stands at 13%, with the rate for women reaching 20.4%, significantly higher than the national average of 3.2%. The think tank recommends prioritizing apprenticeships and training in high-growth sectors such as green industries and electric vehicles to address the fundamental disconnect between current curricula and labor market needs.
Why it matters
The findings underscore a critical need for education reform to improve employability for millions of Indian students and reduce the high rate of educated unemployment.
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