Frequently Asked Questions

Shiksha Aalay Skill Development Foundation was established in 2013 with a vision to provide affordable, quality vocational education to every Indian. Over the past 12+ years, we have grown to 250+ affiliated centres across 25+ states, training 2,00,000+ students in 120+ courses.

We offer 120+ job-oriented vocational programs across 5 major categories: Computer & IT (DCA, ADCA, MS Office, Web Design), Accounting (Tally Prime, Tally+GST, Advanced Tally), Digital Marketing (Basics, Pro, Social Media), Spoken English (Basic, Fluency, IELTS Prep), and Vocational & Lifestyle (Tailoring, Beauty, Mehndi, Cooking). All courses end with a QR-verifiable certificate.

Course durations range from 2 months (short skill programs) to 12 months (advanced diplomas). Fees are very affordable, ranging from ₹1,500 to ₹6,500 depending on the course and duration. We believe quality education should be accessible to all, which is why our fee structure is among the lowest in the vocational training industry.

No strict age limit applies to most courses — anyone aged 14 and above can enrol. Most courses require 8th-10th pass as minimum qualification. Some advanced programs (like IELTS Prep or Advanced Tally) may require higher educational background. Our counsellors can guide you to the right course based on your current qualification.

Absolutely. Each certificate carries a unique ID and QR code, instantly verifiable online by any employer or institution. Since we are registered under MCA, MSME and NITI Aayog NGO Darpan, our certificates are accepted across India by employers, government departments and banks. Many employers specifically look for Shiksha Aalay-certified candidates.

You can verify any certificate instantly by visiting our Certificate Verification page and entering the unique certificate number or roll number. Alternatively, scan the QR code printed on the certificate — it will open the verification page automatically showing all student details, course name and issue date.

After successfully completing the course and assessment, certificates are typically issued within 15–30 working days. Digital certificates are available on our student portal immediately after issue. Physical certificates are delivered to your enrolled centre. For urgent cases, please contact your centre admin.

Visit our Affiliation page, fill the quick application form, and our team will contact you within 24 hours. The process involves: Application → Document Verification → Fee Payment → Setup & Training → Go Live. We offer three plans starting from ₹15,000 (Basic) to ₹60,000 (Premium Institute). The entire process takes 7–15 working days.

The affiliation fee is a one-time investment and is generally non-refundable once the process has begun and materials have been dispatched. However, in exceptional circumstances where an application is rejected at the verification stage, a partial refund may be considered. Please contact our team for specific queries regarding fees and refund policies.

Yes. We have tie-ups with leading employers and conduct regular placement drives. Our students get placement assistance through: (1) Periodic Job Fairs with 50+ companies, (2) Resume building and interview preparation sessions, (3) Direct referrals to our network of employer partners, and (4) Self-employment guidance for those who want to start their own business. Placement is not guaranteed but strongly supported.

Salary depends on the course, location and individual performance. On average, our graduates in Computer and Accounting courses start at ₹8,000–₹15,000/month. Digital Marketing professionals earn ₹12,000–₹25,000+ per month. Vocational course graduates who start their own salon or tailoring business often earn significantly more. Many of our top students have gone on to corporate careers and entrepreneurship.