New Delhi, 06 April 2025: Scope Global Skills University (SGSU), India’s first dedicated Skills University, has opened admissions for the academic year 2025–26. Established in 2023 under the UGC 2(f) Act, SGSU is a pioneering initiative by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in collaboration with the AISECT Group — one of India’s most trusted education and skill development organizations. With its skills-first model and immersive learning ecosystem, SGSU is built to help students futureproof their careers with skills that are relevant, in-demand, and globally competitive.
At SGSU, students don’t just study, they prepare for success in the real world. All academic programs are aligned with NSQF, NEP, and NCrF standards, ensuring a curriculum that blends theory with practical application. The university offers a wide portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, diploma, certification, and work-integrated learning programs, spanning disciplines such as Engineering and Technology Skills, Emerging Technologies, Information Technology and Future Skills, Management Studies, Banking, Finance and Commerce, Education and Training, Fashion Technology and Interior Design, Medical and Allied Sciences, Agriculture and Allied Technologies, Mass Communication, Humanities and Liberal Arts, and Sustainable Development Studies.
SGSU operates on a powerful skills-first model, offering over 100 UGC-approved skill programs, developed in partnership with 28 leading industry collaborators, and backed by an active network of 425 placement partners. Major industry names including IBM, Google, Hyundai, Hero MotoCorp, Lucas Nuelle (Germany), Geeks of Gurukul, NRAI, MEPSC, Tally, and AISECT actively support training, internships, and job placements.
A defining feature of the SGSU experience is its 60% hands-on learning approach, embedded in every program. Through SGSU’s earn-while-you-learn model, multiple paid internship opportunities, apprenticeships, and continuous industry mentoring, students graduate not just with a degree — but with job-ready confidence. This commitment is further supported by multiple assured placement programs, giving students a clear and direct pathway into the workforce.
Learning at SGSU is powered by world-class infrastructure and immersive environments. The university hosts a growing number of industry-led Centers of Excellence, including:
- Centre of Renewable Energy
- Centre of Welding Technology
- Centre of Automotive Technology (Hero MotoCorp & Hyundai)
- Centre of Power Electronics (Lucas Nuelle, Germany)
- Centre of PCB Simulation & Modelling
- Centre of IoT
- Centre of Precession Engineering
- Centre of Media & Entertainment
Additionally, the Center for Industrial Training & Skill Development (CITSD) offers a wide selection of certification and diploma programs — from Automotive Mechatronics, Python Programming, Ethical Hacking, Digital Art, and Fashion Design to Renewable Energy, GST, German Language, Yoga Education, and Podcasting. These programs allow learners to specialize, reskill, or upskill across sectors and stages of life.
SGSU is also committed to making skill-based education accessible through a variety of financial aid opportunities. The university offers its own merit- and need-based Shiksha Mitra Scholarships, which reward high-performing students and support those from economically weaker backgrounds. In addition to institutional aid, students at SGSU can also benefit from a range of central and state government scholarships, including the National Scholarship Scheme, AICTE Pragati Scholarships for girls in technical education, and Sports Authority of India (SAI) scholarships for outstanding athletic achievement. Dedicated support is provided through SGSU’s admissions team to help students navigate eligibility, documentation, and application processes.
SGSU’s excellence has been widely recognized across the national education and skilling landscape. The university has received multiple prestigious accolades, including being named “Top University of India” by Competition Success Review (CSR), and “Central India’s First Skills University” by News 18 MP-CG. SGSU was also honored with the “Best University in Industry Academia Interface” award at the 9th Global Education and Skill Summit Leadership Awards for its strong collaboration with industry partners. Additionally, it has been featured among the BW Education Super 30 Top Education Brands, cementing its position as a forward-thinking, skills-focused institution of national relevance.
Beyond academics, SGSU fosters a vibrant student life with sports facilities, canteen, safe transport, and a culture of events, hackathons, conclaves, and leadership workshops. The campus environment encourages not only skill mastery but also critical thinking, teamwork, creativity, and social awareness.
Dr. Siddharth Chaturvedi, Chancellor of Scope Global Skills University, said, “SGSU is Central India’s first skills university, designed to empower students with industry-relevant skills, real-world experience, and the mindset to lead change. With our faculty, infrastructure, and industry partnerships, we’re not just preparing graduates — we’re preparing creators, leaders, and professionals ready to thrive in a fast-changing world.”
Admissions for the 2025–26 academic session are now open. Students looking to define their future and build careers through the power of skills are encouraged to apply.
For more information, visit https://sgsuniversity.ac.in/ .