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NQR QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY SHEET
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S No.TitleCodeDescriptionSector NameLevelMaximum Notational HoursMinimum Notational HoursVersionOriginally ApprovedValid TillAwarding BodyCertifying BodiesProposed OccupationProgression PathwayQualifcation TypeAdopted QualifcationTraining Delivery Hours
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1Hindi Typist2020/OAFM/MEPSC/03792
The Hindi Typist, is responsible for formatting and typing various types of documents in Hindi with speed and accuracy. The individual types letters, reports, forms, correspondence, policies, tabular statements, or other documents from rough drafts, handwritten copies, dictated notes, or voice recordings using word processing software or typewriter. The individual also checks documents for errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation and format, and corrects identified errors. The main purpose of the qualification and the target learners is to get unemployed people into work and to upgrade the skills of people already in work.
Office Administration & Facility Management
Level 4450 Hours390 HoursVersion17 Nov 202217 Nov 2025
Management & Entrepreneurship and Professional Skills Council (MEPSC)
Management Entrepreneurship and Professional Skills Council (MEPSC)
Office SupportMulti-functional Office ExecutiveGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"180","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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2Automotive Assembly Assistant2021/AUT/ASDC/04333
The individual in this role supports the Automotive Assembly Operator during preparation for assembly work such as bringing auto components and tools, assembling activities such as equipment setup, holding tools etc. and post-assembly activities such as cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work area.
AutomotiveLevel 2256 Hours256 HoursVersion29 Jul 202129 Jul 2026
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Automotive Skills Development Council
Assembly Operation
Automotive Assembly Operator, Automotive Assembly Technician, Assembly Lead Technician, Assembly Master Technician
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"100","Practical":"156","EmployabilitySkills":"0","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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3Automotive Forging Technician2021/AUT/ASDC/04346
The individual is involved in operating the forging process apparatus and performing various forging andpost-forging activities.
AutomotiveLevel 4400 Hours400 HoursVersion29 Jul 202129 Jul 2026
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Automotive Skills Development Council
Forging Operation
Automotive Forging Lead Technician
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"140","Practical":"260","EmployabilitySkills":"0","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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Automotive Machining Master Technician
2021/AUT/ASDC/04340
The individual is primarily involved in various machining and new product development processes onCNC/conventional machines such as writing and modifying CNC program, quality verification, resetting ofthe tools, machine PPAP process, six sigma capability study etc.
AutomotiveLevel 6560 Hours560 HoursVersion29 Jul 202129 Jul 2026
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Automotive Skills Development Council
Machining OperationAutomotive Production ManagerGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"208","Practical":"352","EmployabilitySkills":"0","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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Automotive Maintenance Lead Technician-Electrical
2021/AUT/ASDC/04351
The individual in this job plan and perform maintenance of the electrical and electronic systems of equipment
AutomotiveLevel 5504 Hours504 HoursVersion29 Jul 202129 Jul 2026
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Automotive Skills Development Council
Plant and Equipment Maintenance
Automotive Maintenance Master Technician- Mechanical and Electrical
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"184","Practical":"320","EmployabilitySkills":"0","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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Automotive Maintenance Lead Technician-Mechanical
2021/AUT/ASDC/04352
The individual in this job plan and perform maintenance of the mechanical parts (including hydraulic &pneumatic parts) of equipment.
AutomotiveLevel 5504 Hours504 HoursVersion29 Jul 202129 Jul 2026
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Automotive Skills Development Council
Plant and Equipment Maintenance
Maintenance Master Technician, Automation Specialist
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"184","Practical":"320","EmployabilitySkills":"0","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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7Automotive Body Painting Operator2021/AUT/ASDC/04344
The individual in this role supports the painting technician in pre-treatment and body preparation processes, painting activities such as mixing of paint, applying paint etc. and post-painting activities such as quality check, maintenance, storing and tagging etc.
AutomotiveLevel 3304 Hours304 HoursVersion29 Jul 202129 Jul 2026
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Automotive Skills Development Council
Painting & Surface Treatment Operation
Painting technician, Painting lead technician, Painting master Technician
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"112","Practical":"192","EmployabilitySkills":"0","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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Automotive Welding Machine Master Technician
2021/AUT/ASDC/04337
The individual is primarily involved in various welding and new product development processes such aswriting program for robotic welding, quality check, creating process sheet, etc.
AutomotiveLevel 6560 Hours560 HoursVersion29 Jul 202129 Jul 2026
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Automotive Skills Development Council
Metal JoiningAutomotive Production ManagerGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"208","Practical":"352","EmployabilitySkills":"0","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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Automotive Material Handling Assistant
2021/AUT/ASDC/04347
The individuals at this job perform loading and unloading of raw material, different vehicles, parts, assemblies, components etc. and transfer them to the stores and transport vehicles based on the requirement.
AutomotiveLevel 2256 Hours256 HoursVersion29 Jul 202129 Jul 2026
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Automotive Skills Development Council
Supply Chain Management
Automotive Material Stores Operator
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"100","Practical":"156","EmployabilitySkills":"0","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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Automotive Production Equipment Design Engineer
2021/AUT/ASDC/04350
The individual at this job is responsible for design details of the equipment- mechanism, fixtures, tools,
gauges and other instruments for manufacturing & measuring the quality standards of the production
process.
1. Design fixtures, workstation and their mechanisms
2. Release the drawings and manage the documentation for engineering change
3. Select and operate 3D Printing machine for product generation
4. Manage work and resources (Manufacturing)
5. Interact effectively with team, customers and others
AutomotiveLevel 6504 Hours504 HoursVersion29 Jul 202129 Jul 2026
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Automotive Skills Development Council
Assembly
Automotive Production Equipment, Design Manager
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"202","Practical":"302","EmployabilitySkills":"0","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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Field Technician Computing And Peripherals
2021/EHW/ESSC/04794
A Field Technician -- Computing & Peripherals is responsible for visiting customer premises to install and carry out repair and maintenance of a desktop computer. The individual carries out installation and troubleshooting of computer peripherals also. The individual may also carry out installation, repair and maintenance of a laptop and relevant peripherals
Electronics & HWLevel 4510 Hours510 HoursVersion30 Dec 202130 Dec 2026
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sales ServiceService Engineer – IT HardwareMulti-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"126","Practical":"174","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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12Wiring Harness Assembly Operator2021/EHW/ESSC/04792
The Wiring Harness Assembly Operator is responsible for making a wire harness assembly by cutting, stripping and crimping wires and then soldering, connecting, taping and labeling them on a laying board as per the design specifications. This is followed by testing the components of the assembly.
Electronics & HWLevel 3390 Hours390 HoursVersion30 Dec 202127 Jan 2027
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
Production-EMSAssistant Supervisor - Production
Heritage/Traditional Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"150","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"90"}
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Motor & Controller Repairing Technician
2021/EHW/ESSC/04790
The Motor & Controller Repairing Technician is responsible for servicing and repairing of the motor and controller in an Electric Vehicle. Along with that, s/he tests the motor and the controller after servicing; and takes corrective action against any malfunction detected.
Electronics & HWLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion30 Dec 202130 Dec 2026
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sale Support-EM&B
Motor and Controller Repairing Engineer
Future Skills Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"96","Practical":"144","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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14Battery System Repair Technician2021/EHW/ESSC/04789
The Battery System Repair Technician is responsible for servicing and repairing of the battery system in an Electric Vehicle. Along with that, s/he tests the battery system after servicing; and takes corrective actions against any malfunction detected.
Electronics & HWLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion30 Dec 202130 Dec 2026
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sale Support-EM&BEngineer – Services
Future Skills Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"90","Practical":"150","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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Motor and Controller Design Engineer
2021/EHW/ESSC/04788
The Motor and Controller Designer is responsible for designing motor, controller and power transmission control system for electric vehicles. The job covers activities like designing the control system, thorough testing and validation of the design.
Electronics & HWLevel 5600 Hours600 HoursVersion30 Dec 202130 Dec 2026
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
Product Design & Development-EM&B
Motor and Controller Design Lead
Future Skills Qualification,General Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"144","Practical":"216","EmployabilitySkills":"90","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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16Battery System Design Engineer2021/EHW/ESSC/04787
The Battery System Designer is responsible for design and implementation of the control system that ensure battery’s longevity, efficiency and safety of the battery in an Electric Vehicle. The job covers activities like designing the battery system, thorough testing and validation of the design.
Electronics & HWLevel 5600 Hours600 HoursVersion30 Dec 202130 Dec 2026
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
Product Design & Development-EM&B
Manager – Design
Future Skills Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"144","Practical":"216","EmployabilitySkills":"90","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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Electronic Hardware Assembly Operator
2021/EHW/ESSC/04786
An Electronic Hardware Assembly Operator is responsible for installing electronic components inside various devices of an Electric Vehicle. Along with that, s/he reviews blueprints and specification sheets, inspects components, performs quality assurance tests, identifies defects in the assembly process; and takes corrective actions against any malfunction detected.
Electronics & HWLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion30 Dec 202130 Dec 2026
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sales Support-EM&BProduction Supervisor
Future Skills Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"90","Practical":"150","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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18Battery System Assembly Operator2021/EHW/ESSC/04785
The Battery System Assembly Operator system is responsible for assembling the battery pack for an Electric Vehicle. Along with that, s/he tests the engine management system, climate controls, communications and safety systems; and takes corrective actions against any malfunction detected.
Electronics & HWLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion30 Dec 202130 Dec 2026
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
Assembly-EM&B
Battery System Assembly Supervisor
Future Skills Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"96","Practical":"144","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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19TV Repair Technician2022/EHW/ESSC/05109
TV Repair Technician – is responsible for interacting with the customer to install the TV as well as diagnose the problem. The individual also needs to assess possible causes of fault reported and rectify problems/faults.
Electronics & HWLevel 3420 Hours420 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sales Service
Service Technician – Home Appliances
Multi-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"90","Practical":"150","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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20Field Technician – Air Conditioner2022/EHW/ESSC/05110
Field Technician – Air Conditioner provides after sales service to customers where he/she needs to interact with customers to diagnose the problem and assess possible causes. The individual identifies and rectifies minor problems or replaces faulty modules for failed parts or recommends factory repair for bigger faults.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sales ServiceField Engineer- RACWMulti-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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Field Technician – Other Home Appliances
2022/EHW/ESSC/05111
Field Technician – is responsible for interacting with the customer to install the appliance as well as diagnose the problem. The individual also needs to assess possible causes of fault reported and rectify problems/faults.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sales Service
Service Engineer- Consumer Durables
Multi-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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Service Technician – Home Appliances
2022/EHW/ESSC/05127
A Service Technician – Home Appliances is responsible to interact with customers to Install the appliance or diagnose the problem to assess possible causes of malfunction. Once the problem and causes have been identified, the individual rectifies the problems or replaces faulty modules/failed parts or recommends factory repairs.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sales Service
Service Engineer – Consumer Durables
Multi-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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23IT Coordinator in School2022/EHW/ESSC/05117
The individual at work is responsible for operating and maintaining e-learning hardware as well as updating and operating e-learning application. The individual also assists teachers and students in operating the e-learning applications.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
E Learning ManagementIT Supervisor In School
Heritage/Traditional Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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Field Technicians – UPS and Inverter
2022/EHW/ESSC/05123
The individual at work installs the newly purchased UPS or inverter and interacts with customers to diagnose problems in them, assess possible causes, rectify faults or replace faulty modules or recommends factory repairs for bigger faults.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
Sales and After Sales Service
Service Engineer- UPS Inverter and Control Panel
Heritage/Traditional Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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25PCB Assembly Operator2022/EHW/ESSC/05124
PCB assembly operator is responsible for manually placing different types of components on the PCB as per the design requirements and then soldering them.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
ManufacturingAssembly SupervisorMulti-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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26Welding Operator Electronics2022/EHW/ESSC/05107
A Welding Operator Electronics is responsible for bonding the electro-tinned copper lead wire to the centre of steel and cap, of the resistor by welding process.
Electronics & HWLevel 3420 Hours420 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
ProductionWire Bonding Operator
Future Skills Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"90","Practical":"150","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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DTH Set-top Box Installer and Service Technician
2022/EHW/ESSC/05125
A DTH Set-top Box Installer and Service Technician is responsible for installing the set-top box at customer’s premises, addresses the field serviceable complaints and coordinates with the technical team for activation of new connections.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sales Service
DTH/DAS Set Top Box Service Engineer
Multi-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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28LED Light Repair Technician2022/EHW/ESSC/05126
A LED Light Repair Technician is responsible for checking the non-functional LED light in a systematic manner to find out the fault; dismantles it; repairs the fault and reassemble the light to make it functional.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
InstallationLED Light Project EngineerMulti-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"240","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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29Smartphone Assembly Technician2022/EHW/ESSC/05113
A Smartphone assembly technician is responsible for interpreting assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, etc. to assemble or fix smartphone parts/components in correct position and alignment using approved techniques and equipment in a production unit.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
ManufacturingAssembly Supervisor
Heritage/Traditional Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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30Pick-and-Place Assembly Operator2022/EHW/ESSC/05139
A Pick-and-Place Assembly Operator at work programs, operates and maintains the automated pick-and-place machine for placing different types of components on the surface of PCBs for soldering.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
Assembly and solderingEMS SupervisorMulti-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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Electronics Manufacturing Services Technician
2022/EHW/ESSC/05136
Electronics Manufacturing Services Technician in this job job works on SMT machines, circuit boards and soldering equipment. The individual is responsible for the maintenance and troubleshooting of SMT equipment and also assists in the assembly and programming of SMT equipment.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
Assembly and solderingEMS Supervisor
Heritage/Traditional Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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32Solar Panel Installation Technician2022/EHW/ESSC/05118
Solar Panel Installation Technician in this job checks the installation site, understands the layout requirement as per design, assesses precautionary measures to be taken, installs the solar panel as per customers requirement and ensures effective functioning of the system post installation
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
InstallationSolar Panel Installation Engineer
Future Skills Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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33Digital Cable Technician – Access2022/EHW/ESSC/05138
Digital Cable Technician in this job programs, install, maintenance and repair of cable television and set-top box at premises. The technicians work on the trunk line and sub-trunk line, and inspect cable lines, lay cables under or on top of the building and repair cable faults.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jan 2027
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sales Service
Digital Cable TV Supervisor- Network
Multi-Skill QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"236","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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34HVAC Technician2022/EHW/ESSC/05133
The individual in this job role maintains and repairs heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems in commercial and industrial areas. The individual engages with the client to understand the work requirement and follows organizational norms to complete the work.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
After Sales SupportHVAC Supervisor
Future Skills Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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35Through-hole Assembly Operator2022/EHW/ESSC/05128
A Through-hole Assembly Operator is responsible for manually fixing components using hand tools, operating and maintaining the automated insertion machine used for placing different types of components on the through-hole PCBs.
Electronics & HWLevel 4600 Hours600 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
Assembly and SolderingEMS Supervisor
Heritage/Traditional Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"156","Practical":"234","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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36Wireman Control Panel Electronics2022/EHW/ESSC/05129
The individual at work is responsible for wiring all components present within the panel as per specifications provided by the design engineering team.
Electronics & HWLevel 3420 Hours420 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jun 2025
Electronics Sector Skills Council Of India (ESSCI)
Electronics Sector Skills Council of India
Manufacturing
Electrical Assembly Supervisor – Control
Panel
Heritage/Traditional Qualification,Multi-Skill Qualification
N.A.{"Theory":"90","Practical":"150","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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37AR/VR Developer2021/ME/MESC/04873
Augmented Reality (AR) developers enhances the user experiences by overlaying digital information on top of the real world. The virtual reality designer develops virtual reality to simulate the user experiences and the complex object interactions or services with one another and with the user.
The individual in this role is to works closely/ guide the various execution team, pre-production team, asset development team, technical team throughout the visualisation design and development process to ensure that the final product will accomplish the object of the project. AR/VR developers are responsible for putting the plan into action, which may include designing AR assets, along with providing support and ongoing maintenance for the user during project life cycle.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 61230 Hours1080 HoursVersion30 Dec 202130 Dec 2026
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skills CouncilGame Design
Entrepreneur, Chief Technology Officer
Future Skills QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"420","Practical":"600","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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38Assistant Costume Designer2021/ME/MESC/04864
Assistant Costume Designer assists the Costume designer who designs costumes for a film, stage, production or television shout. The assistant costume designer is to make the characters' outfits/costumes as per the direction of Costume designer.
Coordinates elements for fittings including all pulled and purchased items. Creates dressing lists as needed for wardrobe and maintains production bible. Attends production meetings and rehearsals as needed.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 3600 Hours510 HoursVersion30 Dec 202129 Dec 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skill CouncilCostume Designing
• Costume Designer at NSQF level 4
• Costume Supervisor at NSQF Level 5
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"180","Practical":"300","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"90"}
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39Cinematographer2021/ME/MESC/04868
A Cinematographer is an artist, using video camera and responsible for transporting or setting up the equipment, shooting, hauling it away, and then creating the movie or film clip/news clip etc. Apart from capturing the clip individual will also be responsible for video editing, inserting closed captions, graphics, or other on-screen text into a video and special effects to a video. These tasks may vary by type of Videographer. For example, a wedding Videographer might spend the day talking to the client and shooting the event while a Newspaper Videographer will be filming scenes of human crisis, political news, etc. in all the cases the responsibility of the individual is behind the camera.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 5600 Hours600 HoursVersion30 Dec 202129 Dec 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skills CouncilCamera Operations, PhotographyDirector of PhotographyGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"165","Practical":"285","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"90"}
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40Costume Designer2021/ME/MESC/04865
Costume designer is a person who designs costumes for a film, stage, production, or television shout. The role of the costume designer is to create the characters' outfits/costumes and balance the scenes with texture and colour, etc.
Costume Designer must deliver initial ideas to Directors about the overall costume vision, character plots and original costume designs, using sketches and fabric samples. They also discuss colour palettes with the Director of Photography and Production Designer. The costume designer may also collaborate with hair stylist, wig master, or makeup artist.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4630 Hours540 HoursVersion30 Dec 202129 Dec 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skill CouncilCostume DesigningCostume Supervisor, StylistGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"330","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"90"}
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41Event Planner/Event Manager2021/ME/MESC/04870
An event planner is the individual responsible for ensuring an event, wedding, conference, or festival goes to plan and achieves all of the event objectives originally set. They are responsible for envisioning the dream and thereafter planning the execution to a tee with a checklist of items such as identifying suppliers and execution partners, ensuring all suppliers and partners know what is expected of them and what others are delivering; ensuring suppliers turn up on time and that the presenter/performers are booked and on schedule, to wider items such as ensuring that the event adheres to health and safety or sustainability concerns.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 5510 Hours420 HoursVersion30 Dec 202129 Dec 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skills CouncilAccount Management
• Account Manager (Horizontal Progression))
• Account Director
• Manager (Operations)
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"105","Practical":"255","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"90"}
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42Game Artist2021/ME/MESC/04871
A game artist is an artist who creates art for one or more types of games. In this role an individual will be liable to create 2D and 3D art for the visual elements of a video game, such as characters, vehicles, props, scenery, background, objects, colours, textures, and clothing.
In video games, game artists are responsible for all the aspects of game development that call for visual art. Game artists play a vital role and are often credited in role-playing games, collectible card games and video games.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 51050 Hours1050 HoursVersion30 Dec 202129 Dec 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skills CouncilGame Development
Game Tester (Horizontal)
Technical Artist – AR/VR (Horizontal)
Visual Artist
AR/VR Developer
Entrepreneur
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"315","Practical":"585","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"150"}
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43Offset Print Operator2021/ME/MESC/04866
Individuals at this job will provide all printing operation specially for offset printing. The individual will also carry out 3D printing which company offerings and get more customers and sales through print media.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours390 HoursVersion30 Dec 202129 Dec 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skills CouncilPrinting
• Printing Supervisor NSQF Level 5
• General Manager -Print at NSQF Level 7
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"240","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"00"}
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44Project Manager (OOH) Media2021/ME/MESC/04869
A Project Manager in an OOH Media Company will be responsible for erection of media at selected / licensed site, in compliance of all statutory conditions and as per design & budget. This position manages multiple outdoor media projects as per the business requirement and follows / implements applicable regulatory guidelines.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 5540 Hours480 HoursVersion30 Dec 202129 Dec 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skills CouncilOOH and Advertising
• Head Operations-OOH at NSQF level 6
• Business Manager -OOH at NSQF Level 7
• Director-Operations at Level 8
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"210","Practical":"270","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"00"}
48
45Still Photographer2021/ME/MESC/04867
A Still photographer, is an artist with the camera using a blend of technical skills and an artistic eye to take pictures, who creates film stills, still photographic images specifically intended for use in the marketing and publicity of feature films. Photographers can work as fine artists, wedding and event photographers, or sell their photos to commercial clients.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4510 Hours510 HoursVersion30 Dec 202129 Dec 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skills CouncilPhotography
Videographer, Cinematographer, Director of Photography
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"180","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
49
46Technical Artist – AR/VR2021/ME/MESC/04872
The individual in this job will act as an architecture and overlays AR-VR solution to deliver experience of their project vision to prospective users for analysis, learning and game development purpose. It articulates 3D content products for Virtual & Augmented Reality application with smart technology driven system (hardware) which brings realistic views to users. The Technical Artist also acts as bridge between the artists and programmers, ensuring the art content and features are easily integrated into the environment.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 51140 Hours990 HoursVersion30 Dec 202129 Dec 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skills CouncilGame DevelopmentAR-VR Developer
Entrepreneur
Future Skills QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"345","Practical":"585","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
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47ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE2022/ME/MESC/05190
The individuals in this job are required to understand advertising requirements from the client and coordinate with the creative teams within the agency to have them executed. The individual may also be required to liaise with external vendors for production of advertisements, in which case they would be required to negotiate an agreeable fee on behalf of the client. The individual is required to present final work products to clients and obtain their approval
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours390 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Account ExecutiveAccount Manager, Account DirectorGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
51
48
ADVERTISING OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
2022/ME/MESC/05191
The individuals in this job are required to fulfil sales orders for online campaigns, including placing media bought by advertisers/agencies and running it as planned. The individual is also responsible to evaluate the effectiveness of online campaigns, manage the online advertisement hardware and systems and troubleshoot and technical and delivery issues that might arise. The individual must also be equipped with a thorough knowledge of online advertising and advertisement operations, coding languages and trafficking solutions.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Advertising Operations Coordinator.Manager-Operations/Sales ManagerGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
52
49Animation Director2022/ME/MESC/05193
Individuals at this job need to support the director and guide efforts of the production team, to have a good understanding of all animation processes including art & design, pre-production, production like modelling/rigging, animation, sound design and postproduction.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 6840 Hours840 HoursVersion27 Jan 202228 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Animation DirectorEntrepreneur / BusinessmanGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"320","Practical":"460","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
53
50Animator2022/ME/MESC/05192
The individual to know the fundamentals of life drawing including human anatomy, emotions, actions and expressions also on graphics and animation
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4540 Hours510 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
AnimatorSenior Animator (NSQF Level 5)
Art Director (NSQF Level 5)
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"145","Practical":"305","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"30"}
54
51Art Director (Animation & Gaming)2022/ME/MESC/05195
The job needs to have a creative vision and style of the production also requires the individual to have overall understanding of design, colour theory and life drawing, he should be able to develop original and creative ideas and align a new team
Media & EntertainmentLevel 6840 Hours840 HoursVersion27 Jan 202228 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Art DirectorEntrepreneur / BusinessmanGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"310","Practical":"470","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
55
52Art Director (Set Design)2022/ME/MESC/05194
Individuals in this job need to determine the visual appearance of the set. The art director designs all the key elements of the set and co-ordinates the construction/ execution of this creative vision
Media & EntertainmentLevel 6840 Hours840 HoursVersion27 Jan 202228 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Art Director (Set Designer)Entrepreneur / BusinessmanGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"210","Practical":"570","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
56
53Assistant Cameraman2022/ME/MESC/05196
Individuals at this job are responsible to mark focus lengths based on the required composition and focus and refocus the camera lenses during shoots. They are also responsible to set-up/dismantle camera equipment.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 3390 Hours390 HoursVersion27 Jan 202228 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Assistant CameramanCamera OperatorGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"105","Practical":"195","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
57
54Camera Operator2022/ME/MESC/05197
Individuals at this job need to operate the camera during shoots in accordance to instructions provided by the Director of Photography (DoP). They also need to coordinate efforts of the camera crew during shoots.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202228 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Camera OperatorLevel-4 (Horizontal)
Still Photographer
Level-5 (Vertical)
Videographer / Cinematographer
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"270","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
58
55Character designer2022/ME/MESC/05198
The job holder needs to design the character pack including the look, expressions, poses, gestures, turnarounds, personality traits of characters for a production and include life drawing skills including an understanding of human anatomy, behaviour, facial expressions, emotions, actions.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4420 Hours360 HoursVersion27 Jan 202228 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Character designer
Level-4 (Horizontal), Modeler/Animator, Level-5 (Vertical), Quality Analyst / Sr. Animator
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"90","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
59
56Clean-up artist2022/ME/MESC/05199
An Individual need to have a good knowledge of colour theory, light and shadows, draw and apply colour effects, design colour keys consistent with the creative style of the production
Media & EntertainmentLevel 3300 Hours300 HoursVersion27 Jan 202228 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
AnimationCharacter DesignerGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"90","Practical":"120","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
60
57Compositor2022/ME/MESC/05200
The individual to have a good understanding of the process of filmmaking and the principles of animation and visual effects theory and principles of light, shadows, exposure and colour space
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4420 Hours420 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
CompositorLevel-4 (Horizontal)
Rendering Artist
Level-5 (Vertical)
FX / Technical Artist VFX
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"90","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
61
58Director of Photography2022/ME/MESC/05201
Individuals at this job need to determine the visual style of the production. They finalize locations and equipment that will be used. During shoots, they guide efforts of the camera crew and collaborate with lighting and grips to capture the desired look for the end-product.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 6840 Hours840 HoursVersion27 Jan 202228 Jan 2028
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Director of PhotographyEntrepreneur / BusinessmanGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"330","Practical":"450","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
62
59Editor2022/ME/MESC/05202
Individuals at this job need to understand, cut/ re-cut, assemble and merge production raw material (such as footage, music, sound and images) into a sequential final output suitable for broadcasting
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
EditorSr. Editor
Lead Editor
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
63
60Hairdresser2022/ME/MESC/05203
Individuals at this job are responsible for designing the artists’ look and changing his/her appearance for the shoot
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Individuals at this job are responsible for designing the artists’ look and changing his/her appearance for the shoot
Prosthetics artistGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"140","Practical":"190","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
64
61Layout designer2022/ME/MESC/05204
Individuals at this job need to design and create the digital layouts, backgrounds, architecture and props for a production
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4390 Hours330 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
The individual need to have excellent drawing skills an understanding of landscapes, geographies, architecture, machinery, design layouts consistent with the creative style of the production
Sr. Layout Designer, Layout Supervisor
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"105","Practical":"225","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
65
62Lighting artist2022/ME/MESC/05205
Individuals at this job need to add light and shadows to the production in accordance to the established creative style
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
The Individual needs to add light and shadows to the production in creative style, needs to have understanding of lighting, shadows, exposure, natural light, colour space, reflections and be able to visualize and light frames.
Lighting SupervisorGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"240","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
66
63LINE PRODUCER2022/ME/MESC/05206
Individuals at this job need to determine the visual style of the production. They finalize locations and equipment that will be used. During shoots, they guide efforts of the camera crew and collaborate with lighting and grips to capture the desired look for the end-product.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 6540 Hours480 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Film, Advertisement, TV
Horizontal Progression to be an Entrepreneur
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"200","Practical":"280","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
67
64Live Action Director2022/ME/MESC/05207
Individuals at this job establish and drive the execution of the creative vision of the production with the support of the production, creative and technical teams
Media & EntertainmentLevel 6840 Hours840 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
The individual to be well-versed with the principles of filmmaking and cinematography and must have a good understanding of pre-production, production and postproduction and drive the execution of the creative vision of the production with the support of the production, creative and technical teams
Entrepreneur / BusinessmanGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"255","Practical":"525","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
68
65LOCATION MANAGER2022/ME/MESC/05208
Individuals at this job need to determine the visual style of the production. They finalize locations and equipment that will be used. During shoots, they guide efforts of the camera crew and collaborate with lighting and grips to capture the desired look for the end-product.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 5480 Hours480 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Film, Advertisement, TV
Production Controller / Line Producer
Horizontal Progression to be an Entrepreneur
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"165","Practical":"255","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
69
66Make-up Artist2022/ME/MESC/05209
Individuals at this job are responsible for the design and execution of make-up for artists
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Individuals at this job are responsible for the design and execution of make-up for artists
Prosthetic ArtistGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
70
67Modeller2022/ME/MESC/05210
Individuals at this job are responsible for creating computer generated models (characters, machines, props, objects etc.) for animation under close supervision of a senior.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
The individual must also have a good understanding of the human anatomy, skeleton structure, joints, facial muscles, expressions also well-versed with the principles and techniques of 3D modelling and animation
Quality Analyst / Sr. Animator / Animation Supervisor
Senior Modeller, Game Artist
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"270","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
71
68PRODUCTION ASSISTANT2022/ME/MESC/05211
Individuals play an assistive/ supportive role across the production department and undertake with wide a range of activities. This may include logistics, co-ordination, preparing documents and checking that equipment and materials are in place. All the activities outlined below must be read in context of an “assistive” rather than “leading” role.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202227 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Individuals play an assistive/ supportive role across the production department and undertake with wide a range of activities. This may include logistics, co-ordination, preparing documents and checking that equipment and materials are in place.
Unit Production Manager, Location Manager
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
72
69Props Master2022/ME/MESC/05212
Individuals in this job need to mark-up the script for set props requirements. They need to procure these items, store them safely during the shoot and ensure continuity.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 5510 Hours510 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Individuals in this job need to mark-up the script for set props requirements. They need to procure these items, store them safely during the shoot and ensure continuity
Art Director
Production Designer
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"300","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
73
70Rigging Artist2022/ME/MESC/05213
Individuals at this job are responsible for creating computer generated controls/rigs for movements in models used for animation
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Individuals at this job are responsible for creating computer generated controls/rigs for movements in models used for animation
Rigging SuperviserGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"270","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
74
71Roto Artist2022/ME/MESC/05214
The individual to know the fundamentals of life drawing including human anatomy, emotions, actions and expressions also on graphics and animation
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Roto ArtistLevel-4 (Horizontal)
Compositor/FX/Rendering Artist
Level-5 (Vertical)
Technical Artist VFX Artist
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
75
72SALES EXECUTIVE (Media Org)2022/ME/MESC/05215
Individuals at this job are responsible to close sales transactions with new and existing clients
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
The individuals in this job are required to achieve sales targets set by the sales manager. The individual is responsible to acquire new clients, develop proposals for new and existing clients and close sales orders
Sales ManagerGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
76
73SCRIPT RESEARCHER2022/ME/MESC/05216
Individuals at this job read and assess the script for the merit of the story, its dramaturgy and overall competence and offer feedback and notes for improvement to make the script production worthy.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
The individuals in this job are required to have a sound understanding of the craft of screenwriting. The individual must be able to read a script and understand the premise and intention embedded in the story. The individual must be able to assess the script and narrative style and identify areas of improvement to enhance the impact and quality of the script.
Script Writer
Script Editor
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"135","Practical":"195","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
77
74SCRIPT WRITER2022/ME/MESC/05217
Individuals at this job need to write full length scripts that are production-ready. Note: In the Indian film industry, the script is often constructed as a sum of 3 elements: Story, Screenplay and Dialogue and three different individuals usually write these. However, ideally the entire script should be written by one writer (or at least the screenplay and dialogue)
Media & EntertainmentLevel 5540 Hours540 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
SCRIPT WRITERSCRIPT EDITOR
Entrepreneurship
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"225","Practical":"255","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
78
75SET CARPENTER2022/ME/MESC/05218
The individuals in this job are required to manufacture wooden structures and items as per the script requirements. The individual should have carpentry and
joinery skills – including how to make scale drawings, how to measure and cut pieces of wood and techniques for joining wooden components. The individual should possess basic literacy and numeracy skills and be able to communicate effectively with the set construction team.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 3330 Hours330 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
SET CARPENTERSet DecoratorGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"95","Practical":"175","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
79
76Set Decorator2022/ME/MESC/05219
Individuals in this job need to mark-up the script for set furnishings requirements. They need to procure these items, store them safely during the shoot and ensure continuity.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4540 Hours480 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Individuals in this job need to mark-up the script for set furnishings requirements. They need to procure these items, store them safely during the shoot and ensure continuity.
Set DesignerGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"180","Practical":"300","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
80
77Set Painter2022/ME/MESC/05220
Set Painter in the Media & Entertainment Industry is responsible for painting different surfaces and producing specified finishes/ effects. Individuals in this job need to understand painting requirements, paint a variety of surfaces and produce desired effects.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 3300 Hours240 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Set PainterSet DecoratorGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"140","Practical":"70","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
81
78Set Plasterer2022/ME/MESC/05221
Set Plasterer in the Media & Entertainment Industry is responsible for plastering different surfaces and creating plaster components on set. Individuals in this job need to understand plastering requirements, plaster a variety of surfaces and produce plaster components.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 3300 Hours300 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Set PlastererSet DecoratorGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"60","Practical":"150","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
82
79Sound Assistant2022/ME/MESC/05222
Sound Assistant in the Media & Entertainment Industry is also known as a Sound Technician or Boom Operator Individuals at this job are responsible to set-up/ disassemble sound equipment and capture sound with the optimum quality for production.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 3390 Hours330 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Sound AssistantSound Engineer / Sound DesignerGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"210","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
83
80Sound Designer2022/ME/MESC/05223
Sound designer in the Media & Entertainment Industry is also known as a Sound supervisor or Creative Sound Director. Individuals at this job design the sound concept for a production and select the studios/equipment for recordings.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 5540 Hours540 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Sound DesignerMusic Programmer
Music Composer
Director of Audiography
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"165","Practical":"345","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
84
81Sound Editor2022/ME/MESC/05224
Individuals at this job are responsible for edit various sound sources including live or pre-recorded music, atmosphere tracks, dialogue, Foley effects, live/pre-recorded/electronic sound effects tracks Sound mixer or Sound recordist
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4510 Hours510 HoursVersion27 Jan 20226 Feb 2025
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Sound mixer or Sound recordistSound Designer
Music Programmer
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"270","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
85
82Sound Engineer2022/ME/MESC/05225
Individuals at this job are responsible to record and mix sound sources to create end-products that meet the quality standards and requirements of production. Sound engineer in the Media & Entertainment Industry is also known as a Sound mixer or Sound recordist
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4420 Hours360 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Sound EngineerSound Designer
Sound Editor
Music Programmer
Music Composer
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"115","Practical":"225","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
86
83Storyboard Artist2022/ME/MESC/05226
Story board artist in the Media & Entertainment Industry is also known as the Story Artist. Individuals at this job need to translate the script/ story/ idea/ concept into a visual medium using a series of illustrated frames.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 3330 Hours330 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Layout DesignerCompositor / ModelerGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"70","Practical":"170","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
87
84Texturing Artist2022/ME/MESC/05227
Texturing Artist
This job requires the individual to create textures using software such as Autodesk Maya, 3D Studio Max, Mud Box, Z-brush, etc. The individual must be well-versed with the techniques of texture mapping and projection. The individual must also have a good understanding of the principles of colour theory, photography multi-pass rendering and lighting etc.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours390 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Texturing ArtistQuality Analyst / Sr. AnimatorGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"270","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
88
85Unit Production Manager2022/ME/MESC/05228
Unit Production Manager in the Media & Entertainment Industry is a key member of the Production Department and is responsible for day to day production activities. This role is most relevant in filmmaking and large television projects. These activities may be taken up by other members of the production department in small projects/ organizations.
Individuals in this job need to coordinate daily production tasks and manage the production unit (cast and crew). The unit production is very shoot-oriented and is the main person in charge of logistics, coordination and execution of production activities during shooting.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 5540 Hours540 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Unit Production ManagerLine ProducerGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"225","Practical":"315","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"00"}
89
86VFX Editor2022/ME/MESC/05229
VFX Editor in the Media & Entertainment Industry is also known as a VFX Artist/ Visual Effects Editor
The individual to have a good understanding of the techniques for creating computer-generated effects and for rectifying production. The individual must be aware of the principles of
film-making, cinematography and photography and job need to create illusionary elements/images/segments for production
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4450 Hours390 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
VFX EditorTechnical Artist VFXGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"105","Practical":"255","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
90
87Voice-over Artist2022/ME/MESC/05230
Artist in the Media & Entertainment Industry is also known as Voice-over Artist/ Dubbing Artist/ Voice Actor. Individuals at this job need to provide the voice for characters in various productions
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4510 Hours480 HoursVersion27 Jan 202225 Jan 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Acting/ Voice-over Artist
Sr. Voice Over Artist / Theatre Teacher
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"300","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"30"}
91
88Armed Security Guard2022/OAFM/MEPSC/05426
Armed Security Guard has to guard designated premises and people by manning the first tier of protection aided by appropriate security devices/ equipment and by timely and efficient use of firearms. The core responsibility includes guarding against theft, criminal acts, emergencies, fire and other contingencies.
Private SecurityLevel 4450 Hours450 HoursVersion24 Feb 202224 Feb 2027
Management & Entrepreneurship and Professional Skills Council (MEPSC)
Management &Entrepreneurship and Professional Skills Council (MEPSC)
Private Security
Personal Security Officer, Security supervisor
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"240","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
92
89ACCOUNT DIRECTOR2022/ME/MESC/05433
Individuals at this job are responsible for managing the client’s advertisement portfolio
The individuals in this job are required to understand advertising requirements from the client and coordinate with the creative teams within the agency to have them executed.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 6840 Hours840 HoursVersion24 Feb 202223 Feb 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Account Director (Advertising Agency)
Entrepreneur / BusinessmanGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"270","Practical":"510","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
93
90Actor2022/ME/MESC/05451
The individual will portray the assigned character in a feature or short film, TV series, web series, in a television, advertisement, stage in theme parks and theatrical presentation, under the guidance of the production director.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4480 Hours450 HoursVersion22 Feb 202223 Mar 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Acting
Acting Director, Casting Director, Producer (advertisement / Film / Serial etc.)
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"135","Practical":"255","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"30"}
94
91COMMUNITY JOURNALIST2022/ME/MESC/05441
A Community Journalist helps the correspondent and editorial team in newsroom by circulating or providing local news on different subjects important to community. He/she gathers information by capturing pictures / videos and creates case highlights, news stories, to be used for television, radio or in magazines, newspapers, etc.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4510 Hours510 HoursVersion24 Feb 202223 Feb 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
JournalismFeature Writer / Sr. CorrespondentGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"240","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
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92Dancer2022/ME/MESC/05450
Individuals at this job perform dances as soloists or as members of groups before live audiences or for film or television.
Use movement to interpret music, tell stories and express emotion, Practice and rehearse dance routines under direction or instruction to achieve desired interpretation and presentation, have basic understanding of filmmaking process, and have artistic vision and creative skills.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 3450 Hours450 HoursVersion24 Feb 202223 Feb 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Dancer
Choreographer NSQF Level 5, Cine Dance Director NSQF level 6
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General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"120","Practical":"300","EmployabilitySkills":"30","OJT_Mandatory":"30"}
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93DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER2022/ME/MESC/05446
Individuals at this job carry out digital marketing process to promote the company offerings and get more customers and sales through digital channels such as search engines networks, social media networks etc.
Develop and implement digital marketing strategy for the organization, track and optimize the campaigns and manage the team of executives effectively to meet the organization goals and objectives.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 6840 Hours840 HoursVersion24 Feb 202223 Feb 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Marketing / Advertising Sales / Traffic
Director / EntrepreneurGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"285","Practical":"495","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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94EXECUTIVE PRODUCER2022/ME/MESC/05434
Individuals at this job need to determine the visual style of the production. They finalize locations and equipment that will be used. During shoots, they guide efforts of the camera crew and collaborate with lighting and grips to capture the desired look for the end-product.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 7840 Hours840 HoursVersion24 Feb 202223 Feb 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Film, TV, Advertisement, Digital, Radio
Entrepreneur / BusinessmanGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"240","Practical":"540","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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95GRAPHIC DESIGNER2022/ME/MESC/05452
Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports etc. with high visual impact.
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4540 Hours540 HoursVersion24 Feb 202227 Feb 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Conceptualizer, Visualizer, Product Designer
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"180","Practical":"240","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"60"}
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96PROSTHETICS ARTIST2022/ME/MESC/05435
Individuals at this job are responsible for creating and applying prosthetics for artists
Media & EntertainmentLevel 5540 Hours540 HoursVersion24 Feb 202223 Feb 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Hair and Make-Up - Individuals at this job are responsible for creating and applying prosthetics for artists
Self Employed freelance Artist, Entrepreneur / Businessman
General QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"180","Practical":"300","EmployabilitySkills":"60","OJT_Mandatory":"0"}
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97Rendering Artist2022/ME/MESC/05436
Individuals at this job need to convert three-dimensional geometric models into a set of viewable images
Media & EntertainmentLevel 4510 Hours510 HoursVersion24 Feb 202223 Feb 2027
Media & Entertainment Skill Council (MESC)
MESC – Media & Entertainment Skill Council
Individuals at this job need to convert three-dimensional geometric models into a set of viewable images
Game Artist / Sr. AnimatorGeneral QualificationN.A.{"Theory":"150","Practical":"360","EmployabilitySkills":"00","OJT_Mandatory":"00"}