Free Online Career Skills Training 2026 at NCS Portal - Registration Process for Jobseekers

Central govt. runs Free Online Career Skills Training for all registered jobseekers at the National Career Service (NCS) Portal. This self-paced course is offered in partnership with TCS iON at www.ncs.gov.in. Jobseekers can register on the portal, complete the training, check benefits, view the course syllabus and use other services offered on the NCS platform.

National Career Service (NCS) is a mission mode project of the Ministry of Labour and Employment for offering career related services across the country. Employment Exchanges have been turned into IT enabled Career Centers under this project, and the free skills course is one part of that wider service.

Free Online Career Skills Training module is available in both Hindi and English on the official NCS portal. NCS Portal is also integrated with Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), so jobseekers who complete skilling programs on SIDH can also use NCS services, and NCS registered jobseekers can access SIDH skilling programs.

Free Online Career Skills Training Registration Process at NCS Portal

Below is the complete process to register for Free Online Career Skills Training at National Career Service (NCS) portal.

STEP 1 - Visit the official website at https://www.ncs.gov.in/

STEP 2 - On the homepage, click the "Jobseeker" link present in the main menu.

STEP 3 - Click the "New User? Sign Up" button on the right side of the page and enter personal details such as UID type, UID number, date of birth, email ID and mobile number, then click "Submit" to complete jobseeker registration.

STEP 4 - Once registered, log in to the NCS portal, go to the training or e-learning section and enroll in the TCS iON Career Skills course. Registered jobseekers can take this training free of cost and download a certificate after completing the modules.

Course Syllabus

Free Online Career Skills Training course covers the following modules:

Module 1: Develop Soft Skills that Industry Demands Know why soft skills matter for better results at work

Module 2: Make Impactful Presentations Learn how to prepare and give clear, engaging presentations

Module 3: Learn Corporate Etiquette Understand common business etiquette followed in a corporate setting

Module 4: Write an Effective Email Write a professional email with clear content and a strong subject line

Module 5: Prepare a Strong Resume and Cover Letter Understand how to build a good resume and cover letter

Module 6: Improve Interpersonal Skills for Better Results Improve verbal and non-verbal communication skills

Module 7: Be Prepared for Group Discussions Know why group discussions are held and how to take part actively

Module 8: Understand How to Ace Corporate Interviews Learn how to attend and clear corporate interviews

Module 9: Learn Corporate Telephone Etiquette Understand etiquette for work related phone calls

Services Offered at National Career Service Portal

Ministry of Labour and Employment runs the NCS project to modernise the National Employment Service through an online portal, www.ncs.gov.in. Apart from the free skills training, the portal offers job search, job matching, career counselling, vocational guidance, information on skill development courses, apprenticeship and internship listings.

As per a written reply given by the Minister of State for Labour and Employment in the Rajya Sabha, more than 78.86 lakh jobseekers and over 12.36 lakh employers registered on the NCS portal during FY2025-26 alone (as on 20 January 2026), and more than 3.43 crore vacancies were mobilised through the portal in the same period. Government has approved 407 Model Career Centres (MCCs) across states so far, and over 1,180 career counsellors have onboarded on the portal, conducting more than 55 lakh career guidance sessions till date.

Benefits of Free Online Career Skills Training

Free online career skills training gives registered jobseekers a set of practical, industry relevant skills at no cost. Main benefits include:

• Course focuses on soft skills and personality development through modules on corporate etiquette, communication and workplace behaviour.
• Registered jobseekers who complete this course see improvement in their interpersonal and communication skills, useful during interviews and on the job.
• Learners get practice in making presentations and other soft skills that employers commonly look for today.

Other Facilities on NCS Portal

Besides the free skills course, NCS portal runs online and offline job fairs through the year to connect job seekers directly with employers, from job posting to final selection, all on the same platform. Jobseekers also get SMS and email alerts for vacancies matching their profile, and can visit their nearest Model Career Centre for in person counselling.

NCS also offers a video profile feature for jobseekers in partnership with HireMee, an online assessment and hiring platform, so candidates can show recruiters their skills through short video clips. Jobseekers looking for related benefits can also check Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) for paid skill training courses, or register on the e-Shram portal if working in the unorganised sector. All services on NCS remain free of cost.

Detail	Information
Scheme Name	Free Online Career Skills Training (NCS Portal)
Launched By	Ministry of Labour and Employment, in partnership with TCS iON
Beneficiaries	Registered jobseekers on NCS Portal
Course Mode	Online, self paced, Hindi and English
Registered Jobseekers (FY2025-26)	78.86 lakh+
Model Career Centres	407 approved
Application Mode	Online at ncs.gov.in
Official Website	www.ncs.gov.in

FAQ's

Is Free Online Career Skills Training still open in 2026?

Yes. Registered jobseekers on NCS portal can enroll for this TCS iON course anytime, there is no fixed last date for this training.

Is there any fee for this training?

No. The course, along with all other services on NCS portal such as job search, counselling and job fairs, is completely free.

Do I need to register on NCS portal before taking this training?

Yes. Jobseeker registration on ncs.gov.in is required first. Once registered, log in and enroll in the TCS iON Career Skills course from the training section.

Where can I check my NCS registration or application status?

Log in with your registered mobile number or NCS ID at www.ncs.gov.in to check registration status, vacancy alerts and training progress.