1.0 Introduction:
Scheme for sponsoring Workmen for vocational education programmes has been introduced w.e.f. 16.02.2005, as under:-

2.0 For obtaining SCVT Certificate
2.1 All Workmen of SJVN (including those on deputation from HPSEB) shall be eligible.

2.2 The upper age limit will be 40 years. SC/ST and OBC employees may be relaxed for 5 years and 3 years, respectively.

2.3 The Maximum duration shall be 06 months.

2.4 Training is to be imparted in critical areas to be identified by the management. Employees may indicate their choice from amongst AC and Refrigeration, Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Machinist, Electrician etc. In case more candidates apply, selection will be done by a selection committee to be constituted by Director (Personnel). The selection will be based on Educational Qualifications, relevant trade experience, ACRs, Age and Merit of the candidate. Final selection for admission will be made by the training institutions.

2.5 Maximum number to be sponsored every six months will be 30 candidates.

2.6 Employees will continue to draw salary and allowances and will be allowed TA/DA for journey period (duly approved). In addition, the tentative expenditure on this vocational training will be Rs. 2500/- per head per month, detailed as follows:-

3.0 For acquiring ITI / Equivalent Certificate
3.1 All Workmen of SJVN (including those on deputation from HPSEB) shall be eligible.

3.2 The upper age limit will be 40 years. SC/ST and OBC employees may be relaxed for 5 years and 3 years, respectively.

3.3 Minimum Qualification shall be Matric

3.4 As per Board approval, training is to be imparted in critical areas to be identified by the management. Employees may indicate their choice from amongst AC and Refrigeration, Electrical, Mechanical, Machinist Trades etc.

3.5 Employee must have 5 years practical experience in the relevant trade.

3.6 The expenditure on account of exam fee and TA / DA for journeys shall be borne by the Corporation. Workmen will also be permitted to attend related preparatory short term training / preparatory training programmes of upto 15 days.

4.0 Acquiring of vocational knowledge will not directly entitle the employee for any particular grade / post. They will be considered as and when a suitable vacancy is available.

5.0 The employee will have to sign bond to serve SJVN for a period of 5 years after completion of training / awarding of certificate. Deputationists from HPSEB will have to give willingness to get absorbed in SJVN, as and when offered by the Corporation.