CTEVT, Gandaki Province, Province Office (GPPO) was established in 2019 (2075 BS) as a contact and co-ordination office of the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) in Gandaki Province after the nation implemented federalism. GPPO coordinates with the Ministry of Social Development, a provincial line Ministry for Education for the development of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in the province. It serves as a provisional office in the province acting as a bridge between the Province Government and CTEVT focusing mainly on TVET sector reform.
GPPO monitors and regulates all the constituent, TECS, affiliated, and partner schools in their admission, registration, examination, and result publication. Skill-based short-term training and skill testing conducted by NSTB in the province are also coordinated and monitored by GPPO. It acts as a facilitator, coordinator, and harbinger for the overall enhancement of TVET within the province.
The main roles and responsibilities of the province office are:
The prosperity of the TVET system is essential for the
growth and resilience of the country’s economy. By nurturing skilled
professionals and encouraging innovation, TVET drives sustainable development
empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Our commitment is to
provide quality education by aligning courses with industry needs and vibrating
dynamic job markets, while fostering partnerships with business and
industries. We embrace digital learning models, enhanced communication,
leadership development, and strong work ethics to support youth
entrepreneurship. Mainstreaming education inclusively for rural youth, women,
and marginalized groups; support to make TVET graduates competitive globally.
It is crucial to continuously update curricula, reinvigorate instructors'
skills and emphasize competency-based learning to ensure quality
education. Recognition of prior learning acquired through informal and nonformal
modes enables learners to progress to higher career path. For a sustainable
TVET system, gainful employment, promising entrepreneurship, collaboration with
industries and development agencies, alongside lifelong learning opportunities,
is vital to securing a prosperous future for the community and nation at
large. This holistic approach aligns TVET with sustainable development goals,
preparing learners for green jobs, economic growth, and social equity, while
making the education system adaptive and responsive to current and emerging job
market.
Director
Er. Achyut Raj Timilsina