SkillUp Keralam
One Skill · One Future
About Skillup Keralam

A skilling legacy since 1990,
reimagined for AI-first Kerala.

Skillup Keralam is the flagship skill-credit initiative of Kerala State Rutronix, delivering govt. approved, industry-aligned, NCrF & FYUGP eligible programs through 250+ Authorised Training Centres across all 14 districts of Kerala.

Govt. ApprovedPSC EligibleNCrF CreditsNORKA Support
1990
Established
1.5L+
Learners
250+
ATC centres
Kerala State Rutronix
Since 1990

Kerala State Rutronix

Kerala State Rutronix was established by the Government of Kerala in 1990 as the apex body of 18 Rural Women's Electronics Industrial Co-operative Societies across the state. Over the years, Rutronix has built a strong presence throughout Kerala and earned a reputation for its integrity, reliability, and commitment to development.

Skillup Keralam is Rutronix's skill development programme. Courses are delivered through Rutronix's education projects (software & accounting, multimedia, CAD, hardware, fashion, beautician and teacher training) at authorised training centres across all 14 districts.

1990
Established
1.5L+
Learners enrolled
14
Districts covered
250+
Authorised centres
140+
Skill courses
82%
Course completion
Our Journey

20 Years of Building Kerala

1990

Foundation

Kerala State Rutronix established by the Government of Kerala as the apex body of 18 Rural Women's Electronics Industrial Co-operative Societies.

2004

IT Skill Education

First batch of IT learners across Thiruvananthapuram, the start of Rutronix's skill education network.

2010

Network Expansion

250+ Authorised Training Centres set up across all 14 districts, making skill training accessible to every corner of Kerala.

2016

PSC Alignment

Courses made eligible for PSC placement, empowering learners to compete for government job opportunities.

2020

NEP 2020 & Skill Credits

First in Kerala to align courses with NCrF (National Credit Recognition Framework) and FYUGP skill credit requirements.

2023

AI-Powered Programs

Launched AI-driven curriculum across digital marketing, design, and data programs to prepare Kerala for an AI-first world.

2025

Skillup Keralam

Rebranded as Skillup Keralam — One Skill, One Future — consolidating 8 edu projects under a unified state-level brand.

Brand Positioning

Our Pillars of Excellence

Govt. Approved

  • Supported & approved by Govt. of Kerala
  • PSC placement eligible courses
  • Official Govt. institution affiliation

Digital AI Courses + Skill Credit

  • 140+ future-ready digital & AI skill courses
  • Skill Credits aligned to NEP 2020
  • SC/ST grants, NORKA & Employment Exchange

Kerala #1 Network

  • 250+ physical centres ensuring local trust
  • Institutional legacy since 1990
  • All 14 districts covered

Global Reach

  • NORKA attestation support
  • Courses recognised abroad
  • Placement assistance for Gulf & beyond
Edu Projects

Our Program Ecosystem

8 specialised education projects, one unified mission — skill, intern, credit.

I
IT Kerala
Software Education
A
AIMS
Hardware Education
K
Kala
Multimedia Education
H
House of CAD
CAE, CAM & BIM
H
HOST
Montessori & STEM Training
F
Fashion Kraft
Design & Beauty Care
D
Digital Skill Kendra
Educate · Empower · Employ
A
Activity Camp
Summer e-School
Part of the Kerala State Rutronix · www.eduskilling.com
Our Purpose

Mission, Values & Vision

Our Mission

Make every Keralite 'one-skill-ready' — equipping SSLC, +2, Degree and FYUGP students with bankable, govt.-recognised skills for jobs, freelance, and self-employment.

Our Values

Inclusivity, accessibility, and quality. We believe skill training should reach every learner regardless of their location, background or economic status.

Our Vision

To be Kerala's most trusted skill ecosystem — where every learner has a path to employment, self-reliance, or higher education.

Our Ecosystem at a Glance

PSC placement eligible certifications
Skill Credits aligned to NEP 2020 / NCrF
SC/ST grants, NORKA attestation & Employment Exchange linkage
Industry tie-ups for placement & internships
AI-powered curriculum across 140+ programs
20 years of trusted community presence

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