Pilot Program — Early Access Open

Verify Your Skills.
Get Certified. Get Recognised.

A standardised skill assessment platform for ITI & polytechnic students. Earn a GradeCert score (200–1000) that demonstrates your competency to employers.

55+Trades Supported
FreeFor Students
NCVTAligned
NCrFCompliant
GradeCert is currently onboarding pilot institutions and early assessment partners. Apply for Pilot Program →
13,000+ ITIs across India
2.24 Crore+ students enrolled
20+ Lacs annual intake capacity

Employers rely on word of mouth. Students struggle to prove their skills beyond a marksheet. GradeCert closes this gap with standardised assessments, verified digital certificates, and a skill score that any employer can trust.

1

Register Free

Create your free account and link to your ITI or polytechnic institute. Takes 2 minutes.

2

Take Assessment

Complete an adaptive knowledge exam + personality assessment (30–45 mins). NCVT/SCVT aligned.

3

Get Certified

Receive your GradeCert score (200–1000) and a tamper-proof digital certificate — instantly.

4

Share Your Score

Share your verified certificate and skill profile with potential employers, on LinkedIn, or anywhere you apply.

  • Stand Out with a GradeCert Score

    A verified score from 200–1000 that demonstrates your skill level in a way any employer can understand.

  • Free For Students

    Registration, assessment, and your digital certificate are completely free for ITI and polytechnic students.

  • NCVT & SCVT Aligned

    Assessments follow official syllabi. Your certificate maps directly to your trade qualification.

  • Mobile-First Platform

    Take exams, update your profile, and download certificates from your smartphone.

Showcase Your Certified Skills

Your verified GradeCert score and digital certificate demonstrate your trade competency — share them anywhere you apply, on LinkedIn, or directly with potential employers.

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  • Conduct Trade Exams

    Use our proctored, NCVT-aligned question bank to run assessments for your students.

  • NCrF-Aligned Certificates

    Issue co-branded, NCrF-compliant digital certificates with NSQF level and credit values.

  • Student Management Dashboard

    Manage batches, track progress, verify documents, and export results — all in one place.

  • Assessment Analytics

    Track student performance, identify skill gaps, and measure the impact of your training programs.

Apply to Join Our Pilot Program

Pilot partner institutes get free onboarding, priority support, co-branded NCrF certificates, and access to advanced analytics — at no cost during the pilot phase.

Apply for Pilot Program →
  • Verified Scores, Not Self-Reported CVs

    Every candidate has completed a proctored exam. Every score is reliable and tamper-proof.

  • Smart Candidate Search

    Filter by trade, GradeCert score band, location, and pass year. Find the right person fast.

  • Instant Certificate Verification

    Click any certificate number — see verified assessment results and competency breakdown instantly.

  • Post Hiring Requirements

    Submit requirements with trade, location, and minimum score. Matching candidates are notified.

Become an Industry Partner

No agency fees, no middleman. Early industry partners help shape assessment standards and get priority access to verified talent as we expand across trades.

Become an Industry Partner →
Electrician
Fitter
Welder
Turner
Mechanic (MV)
Plumber
COPA
Draughtsman Civil
Electronics Mechanic
Refrigeration & AC
Surveyor
Stenographer
Wireman
Machinist
Painter
Carpenter
Forger & Heat Treater
Sheet Metal Worker

Pilot assessments live for Electrician. Expanding to all supported trades as we grow.

Secure Assessments

Proctored, time-bound exams with anti-cheat technology. Every score is earned, not guessed.

Verifiable Certificates

Tamper-proof digital certificates with unique verification codes. Any employer can verify in seconds.

Permanent Audit Trails

Complete assessment history stored securely. Scores cannot be falsified or altered after issue.

Institute Dashboards

Real-time batch management, student tracking, and result exports for institute coordinators.

Assessment Analytics

Understand performance trends, identify skill gaps, and measure training effectiveness.

DPDPA 2023 Compliant

Student data is never sold. Full compliance with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023.

For Institutes

  • Free onboarding and hands-on support from our team throughout the pilot phase
  • Co-branded NCrF-compliant digital certificates for your students — at no cost
  • Direct input into feature development and assessment standards
  • Priority access to all platform features before general launch
  • Recognition as a founding pilot partner institute
Apply for Pilot Program →

Applications reviewed within 48 hours.

For Industry Partners

Help shape skill assessment standards for Indian vocational trades. Early industry partners get priority access to verified talent and direct input into the competency framework.

Become an Industry Partner →

Early partners help shape assessment standards.

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Our Mission
"India has over 13,000 ITIs producing a skilled workforce in over 100 trades. Yet hiring remains informal — employers rely on word of mouth, and students struggle to prove their skills beyond a marksheet. GradeCert exists to close that gap."
NCrF · NSQF Aligned
NCVT & SCVT Syllabi
DPDPA 2023 Compliant
Free For Students
Is GradeCert free for students?

Yes. Registration, the skill assessment exam, and your digital certificate are completely free for ITI and polytechnic students. We are committed to keeping core assessments free.

Which trades are available right now?

We are currently running pilot assessments for the Electrician trade. Fitter, Welder, Turner, COPA, and other major trades are being added as we expand — join the waitlist to be notified when your trade goes live.

How can our institute participate in the pilot program?

We are inviting ITI and polytechnic institutes to join as founding pilot partners. Pilot institutes get free onboarding, co-branded NCrF certificates for their students, and direct access to our team. Fill out the Institute tab in the form above and we'll reach out within 48 hours.

Are the exams aligned with NCVT and SCVT?

Yes. All trade exams follow official NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training) and SCVT (State Council for Vocational Training) syllabi and are reviewed by experienced trade instructors before going live.

What is the GradeCert score?

The GradeCert score is a standardised skill index from 200 to 1000, similar to SAT or CAT scoring. It combines your trade exam performance, practical skill assessment, and personality profile. Employers use this score to compare candidates across institutes and states.

How do employers verify a GradeCert certificate?

Each certificate has a unique verification code. Employers visit the verification page and enter the code to instantly see verified assessment results, trade details, and the student's score — completely tamper-proof.

Can training institutes register their students in bulk?

Yes. ITIs and polytechnic institutes can register as pilot partners to conduct trade exams for their students, issue co-branded NCrF-compliant certificates, and access batch management and analytics. Pilot partner applications are reviewed within 48 hours.

Is GradeCert compliant with DPDPA 2023?

Yes. GradeCert is fully compliant with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. Student data is never sold. Students can export or delete their data at any time.

When will GradeCert be available to all students?

We are currently running pilot assessments with partner institutes. General access for all students and institutes will open after the pilot phase. Join our waitlist to get early access — waitlist members will be the first to receive a launch notification.

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