• MEGHA M K
• K SPOORTHI

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 seeks to change India’s education system by emphasizing vocational education and skill development starting from Grade 6. This paper offers a practical framework to reach this goal through hands-on, modular, and industry-linked learning paths. Key components include introducing rotating Skill Pods, gamified training, blended learning with support in regional languages, and community-based micro-projects for real-world applications. A digital badge system and skill dashboards are proposed for clear assessment linked to the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF). Partnerships with industry through mentorships, internships, and co-designed curricula will help bridge the gap between education and job readiness. Other elements like skill labs, mini-incubation centers, and weekend bootcamps with local professionals will enhance student engagement and innovation. Combining vocational training with academic subjects and entrepreneurship modules will support overall development and self-reliance. This plan aims to increase employability, reduce dropout rates, and promote entrepreneurial mindsets. By connecting educational outcomes with future job market needs, this model hopes to cultivate a generation of skilled, flexible, and socially responsible young people who can contribute significantly to national progress and economic stability.

Integrating Vocational and Skill-Based Learning in Schools Under NEP-2020

"Integrating Vocational and Skill-Based Learning in Schools Under NEP-2020", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 6, page no.i626-i629, June-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2506878.pdf

"Integrating Vocational and Skill-Based Learning in Schools Under NEP-2020", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 6, page no. ppi626-i629, June-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2506878.pdf