In March 2026, a training and assessment programme was conducted in Hyderabad, Telangana, in collaboration with Telangana Overseas Manpower Company Limited (TOMCOM). Over 400 candidates received trade-specific practical training in Ceramic Tiling and Gypsum Drywall from experienced industry experts, followed by a final assessment in which more than 600 candidates appeared. Experts from Israel and certified CSDCI assessors evaluated candidates on the quality, accuracy, productivity and safety of their work. The same NSDC and PIBA registration process and standardised trade-wise workstations were used to keep the evaluation fair and uniform.
