Annexure-C - Examination SOP

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I-17015/1/2020-Examination
12342/2021/Examination
Standard OperatingProcedure(SOP)
for
Examination of National Skills Qualifications
Framework (NSQF) Courses
Technical Wing: NSQF Examination SOP#

Examination Section SOP Version
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents..................................................................................................................................... 2
1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) .................................................................. 4
1.2 Stakeholder Agencies ................................................................................................................ 4
1.3. Roles and Responsibilities of various stakeholders ................................................................... 5
1.4. Calendar of Events .................................................................................................................... 6
1.5 Prerequisites (Eligibility of Candidates) ................................................................................... 9
1.6 Language /Medium for Imparting Training and Examination .................................................. 9
1.7 Examination Fee ........................................................................................................................ 9
1.8 Nomenclature of Roll Number .................................................................................................. 9
1.9 Examination Calendar ............................................................................................................. 10
1.10 Assessment Components and Duration of Examination ......................................................... 10
1.11 Examination Process ............................................................................................................... 11
1.12 Result Processing and declaration ........................................................................................... 11
1.13 Grading Pattern ....................................................................................................................... 12
1.14 Certification ............................................................................................................................. 12
2.0 Theory Examination ................................................................................................................ 13
2.1 Schedule of Theory Examination ............................................................................................ 13
2.1 Venue for Theory Examination ............................................................................................... 13
2.2 Infrastructure Requirement ...................................................................................................... 13
2.3 Manpower for conduct of Examination ................................................................................... 14
2.4 Hall Discipline – Theory Examination .................................................................................... 14
2.5 Online Remote proctored Theory Examination ....................................................................... 15
2.6 Other important points............................................................................................................. 16
3.0 Practical Examination.............................................................................................................. 17
3.1 Role and Responsibilities of TP .............................................................................................. 17
3.2 Examination Staff for Practical Examination .......................................................................... 17
3.3 Role of Exam Superintendent (ES) of Practical Examination ................................................. 17
3.4 Role of Practical Examiner...................................................................................................... 18
3.5 Hall Discipline – Practical Examination ................................................................................. 18
3.6 Practical Examination Schedule .............................................................................................. 19
3.7 Delivery of Question Paper for Practical Examination ........................................................... 19
3.8 Pattern of Questions for Practical Examination....................................................................... 20
3.9 Uploading of Award list & Dispatch of Attendance cum award list to NIELIT..................... 20
4.0 Internal Assessment and Project / Presentation /Assessment .................................................. 21
5.0 Major Project / Dissertation .................................................................................................... 22
5.1 Objective of the Project ........................................................................................................... 22
5.2 Project Submission Guidelines ................................................................................................ 22
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5.3 Project/Dissertation Fee .................................................................................................... 24

5.4 Time of Submission .......................................................................................................... 24
5.5 Evaluation of Project / Dissertation .................................................................................. 24
6.0 Assessment of Special Components.................................................................................. 25
7.0 Examination Observers ..................................................................................................... 25
8.0 Honorarium to Examination Staff and Experts ................................................................. 25
8.1 Experts as ES or Observers for theory and practical examination .................................... 25
8.2 Experts for Project Evaluation .......................................................................................... 25
8.3 Examination Staff (Practical Examiner / Invigilator) nominated by TP ........................... 25
9.0 Record retention Schedule…................................................................................................... 26
10.0 Unfair means and related penalties.......................................................................................... 26
Annexure–I ...................................................................................................................................... 27
Annexure–II .................................................................................................................................... 28
Annexure–III ..........................................................................................................................................29
Annexure–IV .......................................................................................................................................... 30
Annexure-V ............................................................................................................................................ 30
Annexure-VII .................................................................................................................................. 32
Annexure ‘A’ .......................................................................................................................................... 33
Annexure ‘B’ ...................................................................................................................................34
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1. Introduction
1.1 National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF)
The National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) is a competency-based framework that organizes
all qualifications according to a series of levels of knowledge, skills and aptitude. These levels, graded
from one to ten, are defined in terms of learning outcomes which the learner must possess regardless of
whether they are obtained through formal, non-formal or informal learning. NSQF in India was notified
on 27th December 2013. All other frameworks, including the NVEQF (National Vocational Educational
Qualification Framework) released by the Ministry of HRD, stand superseded by the NSQF.
Under NSQF, the learner can acquire the certification for competency needed at any level through formal,
non-formal or informal learning. In that sense, the NSQF is a quality assurance framework. Presently,
more than 100 countries have, or are in the process of developing national qualification frameworks.
The Gazette Notification no. SD-17/113/2017-E&PW dated 5th December 2018 for setting up National
Council Vocational Education and Training (NCVET), lays down that, “the National Council Vocational
Education and Training constituted under paragraph 2 will subsume the existing National Council for
Vocational Training (NCVT) and National Skill Development Agency (NSDA).
The NSQF is anchored at NCVET and is being implemented through the National Skills Qualifications
Committee (NSQC) which comprises of all key stakeholders. The NSQC's functions amongst others
include approving NOSs/QPs, approving accreditation norms, prescribing guidelines to address the needs
of disadvantages sections, reviewing inter-agency disputes and alignment of NSQF with international
qualification frameworks.
Specific outcomes expected from implementation of NSQF are:
i. Mobility between vocational and general education by alignment of degrees with NSQF
ii. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), allowing transition from non-formal to organised
job market
iii. Standardised, consistent, nationally acceptable outcomes of training across the country
through a national quality assurance framework
iv. Global mobility of skilled workforce from India, through international equivalence of
NSQF
v. Mapping of progression pathways within sectors and cross-sectorally.
vi. Approval of NOS/QPs as national standards for skill training
To keep pace with these new developments, NIELIT has taken up the task and aligned its 85 courses with
NSQF. NIELIT has defined the process for implementation of NSQF aligned courses through training
partners.
1.2 Stakeholder Agencies
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Various agencies involved in the training, examination/assessment and certification of candidates

under NSQF programme are:
• Examination Wing, NIELIT HQs – Conduct of Examination and Certification of Qualifiers.
• NIELIT Regional Centre – Co-ordination with Training Partners, Identification and finalisation
of Exam Centers, Date and Batch scheduling, Co-ordination of conduct of Practical examination,
Validation of Practical result, Internal Assessment and Project/Presentation/Assignment,
evaluation of Major Project /Dissertation
• Training Partner (TP)– Training, Facilitation of registration/ exam application submission by
candidates, Infrastructure for Theory & Practical Examination, Internal Assessment, Evaluation
of Project/ Presentation/ Assignment
The institutes which have been granted accreditation by NIELIT to conduct the NSQF aligned courses
shall be referred to as Training Partners (TP) in this document. TP is responsible to provide training to
registered candidates in NSQF aligned course as per the guidelines of the Scheme.
1.3 Roles and Responsibilities of various stakeholders:
1.3.1. Examination Wing, NIELIT HQs
• Facilitation of online submission of Exam Application by registered candidates

• Downloading of the candidates’ data RC wise and course wise after cutoff date for filling
the examination form complete in all respect is over.
• Fixing the tentative date of examination RC wise and course wise.
• Forward the candidates’ data to the respective RC
• Receiving the final schedule from RCs and fixing the schedule.
• Registering the data in the software.
• Publication of Admit card of candidates at least 5 working days before the exam
• Conduct of online examination and its monitoring through Control Centre
• Result Processing & updation of theory result
• Facilitate QP (password protected) for practical examination to concerned Examiner
• Processing of Final Result
• Issue of Certificates to Qualifiers through NIELIT Website
• Issue of Marksheet to candidates on demand
1.3.2 NIELIT Regional Centre
• Downloading the candidates’ data course wise from the credential given to RCs.
• Verification of Candidates data and finalisation of Date and Batch schedule for both
theory & Practical Examination and porting back to Exam System
• Finalization of Exam Venue for both Theory & Practical Examination. As far as possible,
theory and practical assessment should be conducted on one single day for one particular
batch (As theory exam is conducted in three batches. Let them manage the practical exam
in between the batches if they can.)
• Appointment of ES for Theory & Practical Examination
• Appointment of Practical Examiner/Subject Expert for Practical Examination on need
basis.
• Appointment of Observer for Theory & Practical Examination on need basis.
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• Validation of Marks of Practical, Internal Assessment and Project /Presentation

/Assignment received from Training Partner. Discrepancy, if any should be intimated to
HQs immediately along with copy of award list.
• Evaluation of Major Project / Dissertation and porting of award list to Exam system
based on double entry using the credentials given for the purpose.
1.3.3. Training Partner
• Facilitation of submission of Exam application along with fee by the candidates who
have completed training in a particular NSQF aligned course
• Exam venue, infrastructure and other amenities for conduct of both Theory and Practical
examinations; No charges will be paid to TP by NIELIT for utilization of infrastructure
for conduct of examinations.
• Facilitation for conduct of Practical Examination, nomination of Practical Examiner on
need basis.
• Assessment of Internal Assessment, Project /Presentation /Assignment in a fair manner
• Porting of award list of Practical Examination, Internal Assessment, Project
/Presentation /Assignment on to Exam system, using credential given for the purpose on
daily basis after completion of examination
• Forwarding of scanned copy of award list of Practical Examination, Internal Assessment,
Project /Presentation /Assignment to respective NIELIT RC at designated email ID at
the end of each examination day.
• Forwarding signed hardcopy of the award lists by posts within a day of completion of
the examination to respective NIELIT RC.
1.4. Calendar of Events
The tentative schedule/calendar of events pertaining to the every month Examination cycle is given in
the table below:
Sr. No. Description Dates Remarks

1. Request for scheduling Up to 3rd of the month
TP should provide break
exam by Training for next examination up of expected number of
Partner to NIELIT RC cycle candidates appearing for
examination of each
course
2. Intimation of 1st to 4th of the month Examination to be
Examination by NIELIT for next examination conducted in the
Regional Centres to HQs cycle immediate next month
3. Opening of Exam 5 to 7th of the month -do-

Application by NIELIT for next examination
HQ cycle
4. Submission of online 5 to 15th of the month Examination to be
Exam Application by for next examination conducted in the
candidates & Payment cycle immediate next month
of Fee, Verification by * 5 days for NEFT
institutes updation
5. Downloading of 21 to 23rd the month -do-
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Candidates Data by for next examination

NIELIT HQ & cycle
uploading back with
tentative schedule of
exam date
6. Downloading of 24th of the month for -do-
Candidates Data by RC next examination
cycle
7. Identification of Exam 24 to 27th of the By NIELIT RC
Centres, Finalisation of month for next
Date and Batch examination cycle
Schedule & uploading
final data of theory &
practical exam back to
Exam System;
Uploading of details of
ES to Exam System
8. Publishing of Admit 29/30th of the month By NIELIT HQ
Card for next exam cycle
9. Conduct of Theory & 8th to 20th of every Examination will be held
Practical Examination as month for candidates whose
per schedule finalized application along with fee
has been received during
the previous month within
the cut off
dates.
10. Theory result Within a week of By NEILIT HQ
conduct of theory
examination
11. Practical result Within 10 days of 1. The result should be
conduct of Practical ported online by
Examination concerned TP on the same
day of the Exam. Scanned
copy of award list should
be sent through mail and
signed hardcopy in
original by post to
concerned NIELIT RC by
next day.
2. RC should verify the
details of marks within a
week of Practical
Examination
3. RC should notify any
discrepancy in the details
of marks immediately to
HQs with copy of Award
list
4. NIELIT HQs will
rectify the discrepancy
based on award list and
publish result in another
3 days.
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12. Internal Assessment, 8th to 20th of every 1. Assessment should be

Project/ Presentation/ month conducted before the
Assignment & Special practical examination.
Component if any 2. TP should upload
result online on the same
day of conduct of
assessment.
2. TP should send
scanned copy of award
list to the designated
mail id of RC through
mail along with practical
award list.
3. TP should send
signed hardcopy in
original to NIELIT RC by
post by the immediate
next day of the conduct of
practical exam.
4. RC should verify the
mark entry details and
finalise marks within a
week of Practical
Examination.
3. RC should notify any
discrepancy in the details
of marks immediately to
HQs along with copy of
Award list
4. NIELIT HQs will
rectify the discrepancy
based on award list and
publish result in another 3
days in such cases.
13. Major Project / Within 20 days of NIELIT RC should
Dissertation receipt of Project by ensure that the concerned
NIELIT RC. expert which may be
NIELIT employee also
evaluates the
project/dissertation
within the time frame, and
the award
list received is
uploaded to Exam System
14. Certification Within 20 days of By NEILIT HQ
qualifying all the
requisite assessment
components of the
course by a candidate
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1.5 Prerequisites (Eligibility of Candidates)
Candidate should possess prescribed qualifications as laid out in the qualification file of the respective
course, holds valid registration number allotted by NIELIT and is undergoing/completed training from
an Authorized Training Partner/Regional Centre is eligible to apply for Examination. A candidate will
get maximum of six examination cycles to pass the course for which he/she is registered.
1.6 Language /Medium for Imparting Training and Examination
The examination/assessment will be conducted in English language only.
1.7 Examination Fee
Examination fees for different assessment components of the NSQF aligned courses are as follows:
Practical
Learning NSQF Theory +Project Major Total
Hours Level Project
@ Rs. 500/- @ Rs. 300/- @ Rs. 500/-
<=200 Any 500 300 0 800
>200 and <=400 Any 1000 300 0 1300
>400 and <=700 Any 1000 300 500 1800
>700 and <=1000 Any 1500 600 500 2600
>1000 Any 2000 600 1000 3600
Note:
(1) Additionally, candidates have to pay GST as applicable over and above the
Examination fee.
(2) The Theory and Practical Fee has to be submitted on-line while applying for the
Examination whereas, the fee for Major project has to be submitted to the concerned
NIELIT Regional Centre.
(3) Examination Fee, both theory & practical exam fee is shared amongst RCs and HQ in
The ratio of 75%: 25% .
1.8 Nomenclature of Roll Number
The Roll number format for courses aligned with NSQF except for that of National Level Scheme
(already approved) as issued vide office order no.13(659)/Exam/2018 dated 13.2.2019:
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RC Cours Year Month Serial No

code e code
(2 digit, (2 digit, (6 digit, numeric, sequential
(2 digit)
(4 digit) numeric, last numeric) number starting from
two digits of 000001, every year)
year)
Note:
The serial number will be running for a year ie. every year the serial number be started from 000001
for a particular course by each Regional Centre (Eg.SNE0051901000001).

The list of NSQF aligned courses with course code is at Annexure-V.
1.9 Examination Calendar:
Exam Cycle Date of Submission of Examination Date

Exam Application
January 5th to 15th December 8th to 20th of January
February 5th to 15th January 8th to 20th of February
March 5th to 15th February 8th to 20th March
April 5th to 15th March 8th to 20th April
May 5th to 15th April 8th to 20th May
June 5th to 15th May 8th to 20th June
July 5th to 15th June 8th to 20th July
August 5th to 15th July 8th to 20th August
September 5th to 15th August 8th to 20th September
October 5th to 15th September 8th to 20th October
November 5th to 15th October 8th to 20th November
December 5th to 15th November 8th to 20th of December
1.10 Assessment Components and Duration of Examination:
Learni Intern Project / Major Project/ Total

ng NSQF Theory al Presentati Dissertation
Hours Level (Each Question Practical Assess o
will ment n/
carry 1 mark)
Duration (in
Min): 90
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(Mark Assignme
s) nt
(Marks)
Paper No. of Papers Duration Marks/Pape No. Of Marks
s Questions (in Min) r Projec
/Paper ts
<=200 Any 1 100 1 120 60 20 20 0 0 200
>200 Any 2 100 1 180 90 30 30 0 0 350
and
<=400
>400 Any 2 100 1 180 90 50 60 1 100 500
and
<=700
>700 Any 3 100 2 180 90 60 60 1 100 700
and
<=100
0
>1000 Any 4 100 2 180 90 60 60 2 100 900
Pass percentage is 50% marks in each component with aggregate pass percentage of 50%
and above.
1.11 Examination Process
• Candidates can fill the examination form once form is opened by NIELIT HQ.
• The Database of candidates applied for a particular exam cycle is downloaded by NIELIT HQ
after the cutoff date. NIELIT HQ decides the tentative date of examination. The Regional Centre-
wise and course wise list of candidates along with roll numbers is then forwarded to the respective
Regional Centre(s) of NIELIT for batch scheduling and allotment of examination centres.
• The Regional Centres obtain consent of Examination Centres and update the exam centre, batch
& exam date details against each candidate and port the data to Examination System, NIELIT
HQ.
• NIELIT HQ will upload the admit card of the candidate on NIELIT Website.
Note:
*Due to some unfavorable condition, exam may also be conducted in the following manner
➢ Theory Examination may be conducted anytime anywhere remote proctored online mode.
➢ Practical examination – through online/web-conferencing, wherever infrastructure for
conduct of examination is available. NIELIT shall prepare a check-list in accordance to the
requirement of conduct of practical examination for a specific course(s) prior to the
conduct of examination through online/web-conferencing.
➢ Major Project, assignment, presentation, project, internal assessment – through online/web-
Conferencing
*A system of examination is already in place for the National level scheme, the same system
will be continued for such courses.
1.12 Result Processing and declaration:
• The result of theory examination shall be ported at online portal within 05 days of the conduct
of theory examination
• The Result of theory examination shall be declared at the online portal within 07 days of
conduct of the Examination
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• The marks of major project / dissertation shall be ported by concerned RC within 03 days of
receipt of award list
•
• The marks of all other assessment component shall be ported by respective TP at the end of
each day/immediate next day of occurrence of event
• The respective RC shall validate the marks ported by respective TP within 07 days of the
porting of data.
• The result of all other assessment components shall be declared within 03 days of validation of
data by respective RC.
• The Controller of Examinations shall approve the results at online portal. The result shall be
published at the online portal after approval of Controller of Examinations.
• In case of any error in the data of assessment components, the rectification shall be carried out
at Result Section, HQ after ascertaining the data received from all source
1.13 Grading Pattern:
Grade %
S >=85%
A >=75% and < 85%
B >=65% and <75%
C >=55% and <65%
D >= 50% and <55 %
1.14 Certification:
As and when a candidate qualifies all the assessment components of a particular course under NSQF,
the candidate will be marked as eligible for issue of certificate. Every ten days, the exam system will
check for candidates qualified and eligible for issue of certificate. Such candidates’ data will be pushed
to a new phase of certificates to be processed and corresponding data will be pushed to the certificate
system. Certificate section will process the phase wise certificates after due checks and obtaining due
approvals. The final digitally signed e-certificate will be uploaded on NIELIT website within another
10 days’ time.
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2.0 Theory Examination:
NSQF Theory Examination is conducted in online remote proctored mode and the paper comprise of
MCQ followed by Practical/Project in the same examination cycle.
2.1 Schedule of Theory Examination:
Theory Examination is conducted every month. The exact date of the theory examination should be
finalized by the NIELIT RC (Within 8th to 20th of every month)
The duration of the theory examination would be of 1 hour 30 mins for each theory paper.
The examinations would be conducted in three batches. The time schedules of the different batches
are detailed as follows:
Batch Start Time End Time

1 9:00 Hrs. 10:30 Hrs.
2 12:00 Hrs. 13:30 Hrs.
3 15:00 Hrs 16:30 Hrs
2.1 Venue for Theory Examination:
The Training Partner should provide the exam venue with adequate infrastructure (including invigilators
/ Practical Examiner) for both theory and practical Examinations. However, the final decision on the
venue rests on the Executive Director / Director / Centre-in-Charge of NIELIT Regional Centre for
transparent, free and fair examination. In case of less number of candidates, RC may look for alternate
Exam Dates /Centre considering financial viability. TP should depute one invigilator per 30 candidates.
2.2 Infrastructure Requirement
Sr. No. Description Minimum Recommended

Requirement
1. Computer System Minimum 10 nos. with two
additional systems as
buffer (If number of
candidates are more than
10 in a batch, TP should
ensure 10% buffer system)
2. Operating System Windows 7, 8, 8.1,10

(Windows):
3. Microsoft .Net 4.5 and above
Framework version
4. RAM 2 GB
5. Processor speed 1.5 Ghz and above
6. Web Camera 0.5 Megapixel 1x 720
2
8
0
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resolution
7. Internet Bandwidth 120 Kbps(admin), 1.5Mbps;
400Kbps Also, backup internet
(Candidate) connectivity
recommended
8. Browser Google Chrome
9. Power Backup As per requirement Minimum 4 hrs
(UPS/DG set) power back up
2.3 Manpower for conduct of Examination
Exam Superintendent (ES)

Invigilator – one invigilator for every 30 candidates
2.3.1. Role of Exam Superintendent (ES) of Theory Examination
The ES shall be the overall In charge of the Theory Examination during the conduct of the
Examination and he/she will have the total responsibility for smooth conduct of Theory Examination
in a fair and unbiased manner at the Centre under his charge.
• The ES has absolute powers to expel a candidate from the examination hall if, in his/her opinion,
the candidate has adopted unfair means in the Examination or has caused disturbance to the other
candidates in the Examination Hall.
• In the event of power cut or any other eventuality resulting in the disruption or disturbance in the
conduct of theory examination, the ES in consultation with NIELIT RC/HQs shall decide the
course of action. All efforts should be made to conduct the theory examination on the stipulated
day.
• The attendance sheet must be signed by both ES & Invigilator.
• ES should mail a scanned copy of the attendance sheet to both the RC & NIELIT HQ on each day
after completion of the Examination.
2.3.2. Role of Invigilator for Theory Examination
• The Invigilator shall allow each candidate to enter the Examination Hall after verifying his/her
identity on the basis of the list of candidates supplied by the NIELIT and a valid Government
issued photo Identity Card viz. Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID etc. as well
as the Admit card /I-card issued to each candidate by NIELIT. Candidate should carry original I-
card and no photocopy or electronic form of I-card is permissible.
• After verifying the identity of the candidate, the Invigilator should obtain the signatures of each
candidate on the Attendance Sheet to denote his/her presence in the Examination. No candidate
shall be allowed to give exam without marking his/her Attendance.
• Ensure that candidates are not carrying any electronic gadgets including mobile with them to the
examination hall.
• The attendance sheet must be signed by both ES & Invigilator
2.4 Hall Discipline – Theory Examination
▪ The candidates are required to report to the Examination Centre along with the Admit card and
one valid photo I-card issued by a Government Agency viz. Aadhaar, PAN, Passport,
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▪ Driving License, Voter ID etc. Candidate should carry original I-card and no photocopy or
electronic form of I-card is permissible.
▪ Candidates shall be permitted to enter the Examination Hall not more than 30 minutes before the
commencement of examination and not later than 10 minutes after the commencement of
examination.
▪ Before the commencement of the examination, it is essential and mandatory for all candidates to
sign the attendance sheet.
▪ No candidate will be permitted to leave the hall before 30 minutes, after the commencement of
examination.
▪ Candidate whose name does not appear in the list of candidates supplied by NIELIT shall not be
allowed to appear in the examination under any circumstances.
▪ Candidate’s identity is also verified from the registration details and any one of government issued
ID cards (viz. Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID etc.), by a remote proctor via
webcam.
▪ The credentials (name, mother’s name, father’s name, date of birth and photograph) of the
candidate is displayed online to remote proctor to verify the authenticity of the candidate.
▪ A candidate will be considered to have adopted unfair means, if he/she is found copying from
another candidate or allows to be copied or has obtained any assistance in answering the question.
2.5 Online Remote proctored Theory Examination
• Examination Administrator Creates online Tests as per the batch schedule finalised by the
Regional Centres. Candidates can login using user id and password. User id will be Roll Number
of candidate and password will be communicated just before the exam.
• Once the test begins, remote proctors have full access to candidate’s video feeds and computer
screens. Proctors authenticate the candidate based on registration details, pre-test image captures
and I-card in possession of the candidate. Proctors can chat with candidates or give warnings to
candidates. Proctors can also take screenshots, terminate a specific user's test session, or re-
authenticate candidates based on video feeds.
• The remote proctor may end the examination of a candidate due to the following:
- Data mismatch: Proctor has rights to cancel any exam (after giving warnings), if any
discrepancies are found at candidate’s level. In such cases, initially, proctor pauses the
test and then warning is given to the candidates. If the candidate replies to the warning
and explains the situation and the Proctor finds it genuine then the proctor will resume the
test of the candidate. However, if the candidate is not responding to the warnings and not
adhering to the examination rules, Proctor has the right to end the test.
- Presence of Additional person during the exam: In case additional persons are present
with registered candidate during exam, the proctor first pauses candidate’s exam and give
warning and then proctor can end the test.
- Impersonation Cases: During the exam, if the actual candidate is replaced by an

impersonator, the proctor will end the test.
- Suspicious Behavior: If the candidate fails to show his/her identity proof, the proctor is
authorized to end the test.
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2.6 Other important points
▪ There is no negative marking in online theory examination

▪ There would be no exemption for any paper/module for candidates having similar
qualification/skills.
▪ A candidate will get a maximum of six examination cycles to pass the course (Assuming there
is no provision of re-registration).
▪ For re-examination, prescribed examination fee is required to be paid by the candidate only
for the assessment component in which a candidate wants to reappear.
▪ The Physically handicapped / Visually Impaired candidates can avail the services of scribes by
following the laid down procedure and norms (Ref.
http://nielit.gov.in/sites/default/files/headquarter/pdf/SOP_OnlineExaminations_IT_Li
teracy_NIELIT_Scribe-Amended_12022019.pdf).
▪ Request for shifting of Exam Centre of candidate is not permitted.
▪ Request for correction, if any, in personal details will not be entertained by Examination Wing.
▪ Correction if any, in personal details of candidates done after applying for examination will not
be reflected in examination data, therefore, such request should be taken up with Registration
section either before applying for examination or after issue of certificate.
▪ At present, there is no provision for improvement of result, however this may be re-looked into at
a later stage.
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3.0 Practical Examination
All the NSQF aligned courses has been designed in a way that they are able to inculcate balanced
combination of education and skill. The syllabi for the various courses, therefore, allocate considerable
time for hands on training. Emphasizing the importance of the hands on training, the Practical
Examinations is one of the assessment components for all NSQF aligned courses. The duration and
number of practical examination of the courses are as below:
Learning NSQF Level Practical

Hours Papers Duration (in Marks/Paper
Min)
<=200 Any 1 120 60
>200 and <=400 Any 1 180 90
>400 and <=700 Any 1 180 90
>700 and <=1000 Any 2 180 90
>1000 Any 2 180 90
There will be a total of 3 questions per Question Paper carrying equal marks.
3.1 Role and Responsibilities of TP:

• The TP is responsible for the requisite infrastructure and other amenities for conducting practical
examinations.
• If needed, the TP should nominate an expert faculty of the subject as Practical examiner and the
same should be intimated to NIELIT RC in advance. However, NIELIT RC has the right to
appoint an expert as practical examiner.
• The TP should facilitate Printing of Question papers by Exam Superintendent
• The TP should extend all support to the Examination Staff as well as Observer, if any, for
conducting the Practical examination in a fair manner.
• TP should facilitate porting of award list to NIELIT website.
3.2 Examination Staff for Practical Examination
• Exam Superintendent (ES)

• Practical Examiner (Subject faculty nominated by the TP / Expert deputed by NIELIT RC
including ES himself/herself);
• Exam Observer (on need basis)
3.3 Role of Exam Superintendent (ES) of Practical Examination

• The ES shall be the overall incharge of the Practical Examination during the conduct of the
Examination and he/she will have the total responsibility for smooth conduct of Practical
Examination along with Practical Examiner in a fair and unbiased manner at the Centre under
his/her charge.
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• The ES shall be responsible for printing the question paper 15 minutes before start of the
examination and distributing it to the candidates.
• The ES has absolute powers to expel a candidate from the examination hall if, in his/her opinion,
the candidate has adopted unfair means in the Examination or has caused disturbance to the other
candidates in the Examination Hall.
• In the event of power cut or any other eventuality resulting in the disruption or disturbance in the
conduct of practical examination, the ES in consultation with Practical Examiner shall decide the
course of action. All efforts should be made to conduct the practical examination on the
stipulated day.
• The award list must be signed by both ES & Practical Examiner.
3.4 Role of Practical Examiner
• The Practical Examiner shall assess the Candidates on the basis of their performance in
attempting the practical exercises assigned and award the marks based on their performance.
• In the event of a major disrupt, the Practical Examiner in consultation with ES may also decide
to cancel the Examination and start a fresh Examination with another set of question papers. Such
events should also be duly reported to NIELIT on the same day. A summary report shall be
submitted to the NIELIT in such events, which should be duly signed by both Practical Examiner
and ES.
• In no case the Marks awarded shall be disclosed to the candidates. The Practical Examiner is
expected to maintain the sanctity of the examination.
• The Practical Examiner shall be supplied with an “Attendance-cum-Evaluation Sheet” by NIELIT
for getting the attendance of the candidates as well as entering the marks obtained by the
candidate.
• The Practical Examiner shall allow each candidate to enter the Examination Hall after verifying
his/her identity on the basis of the list of candidates supplied by the NIELIT and the Identity Card
issued to each candidate by NIELIT.
• In case a candidate fails to produce the above mentioned documents, the Practical Examiner in
consultation with ES shall verify the credentials of the candidate on the basis of list of candidates
supplied by NIELIT and such candidate shall be permitted to appear for the Examination after
the Practical Examiner and ES are satisfied with the identity and authenticity of the candidate.
• After verifying the identity of the candidate, the Practical Examiner shall obtain the signatures of
each candidate on the Attendance-cum-Evaluation Sheet to denote his/her presence in the
Examination. No candidate shall be served with the Question Paper without marking his/her
Attendance.
• The Practical Examiner may take the advice of ES & Observer if desired. Any advice rendered
by the ES & Observer should be valued by the Practical Examiner and decision mutually
acceptable to both the Examiner as well as the ES/Observer should be taken in all such matters.
• The award list must be signed by both ES & Practical Examiner.
• The award list must be ported to NIELIT Exam system on daily basis after completion of
examination and signed hardcopy forwarded to concerned NIELIT RC by very next day.
3.5 Hall Discipline – Practical Examination:

• The practical examination would be held at the institutes, authorized to conduct the NSQF aligned
course(s) of NIELIT. Such institutes are required to make available adequate number of Computer
Systems and /or the lab facility with all the requisite equipment / software required for the conduct
of the Practical Examination. Further, such institutes also need to
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ensure that this systems/equipment are trouble free and ergonomically placed at a centralized
location.
• In the event of any hardware/software/equipment malfunctioning/failures at the time of
examination, the Practical Examiner in consultation with the ES would decide the future course
of action and would also report such incidents to NIELIT RC.
• The candidates are required to report to the Examination Centre along with the Identity Card /
Admit card issued by NIELIT and any one of the photo identity cards issued by Govt. authority.
• Candidates shall be permitted to enter the Examination Hall not more than 30 minutes before the
commencement of examination and not later than 10 minutes after the commencement of
examination.
• Before the commencement of the examination, it is essential and mandatory for all candidates to
sign the attendance sheet.
• No candidate will be permitted to leave the hall before 30 minutes, after the commencement of
examination.
• Candidate whose name does not appear in the list of candidates supplied by NIELIT shall not be
allowed to appear in the examination under any circumstances.
• A candidate will be considered to have adopted unfair means, if he/she is found copying from
another candidate or helps another candidate or has obtained any assistance in answering the
question.
• Decision of the ES and Practical Examiner during the conduct of the Practical Examination shall
be final and binding.
3.6 Practical Examination Schedule
Practical Examination is conducted every month along with theory examination cycle. The exact date of
the practical examination should be finalized by the Regional Centre of NIELIT. As far as possible, the
practical examination and theory examination for a single batch should be held in one day. The Regional
Centre of NIELIT will depute the Exam Superintendent (ES) for theory and practical examinations.
The duration of the practical examination would be of 02 hours for courses with learning hours of 200 or
less. For all other courses the practical examination would be of 03 hours duration.
The examinations would be conducted in different batches. All the personnel viz. ES, Practical Examiner
and any other personnel engaged in the Examination activity are required to strictly adhere to these time
schedules.
3.7 Delivery of Question Paper for Practical Examination
The question paper (password protected) of the practical examination will be forwarded by Examination
wing of NIELIT HQs to the Exam Superintendent (ES) a day before the examination. On the day of the
examination, the password will be provided and ES should print the Question papers 15 minutes before
commencement of exam and distribute the same to the candidates.
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3.8 Pattern of Questions for Practical Examination
Practical Examination will comprise of 3 questions with equal marks. All the questions will be
compulsory.
3.9 Uploading of Award list & Dispatch of Attendance cum award list to NIELIT
The TP should port the award list to NIELIT’s website immediately after the completion of examination,
on a daily basis. The hard copy of the Attendance cum award list duly signed by both ES and Practical
examiner should be sent to NIELIT RC on the very next day of the examination. NIELIT RC will check
the award list with the award list already ported and discrepancy if any, will be intimated to HQs for
rectification.
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4.0 Internal Assessment and Project / Presentation /Assessment
The evaluation of internal Assessment and Project/Presentation/Assignment must be done by the TP as

against the below mentioned maximum marks.
Learning Hours NSQF Level Internal Project /

Assessment Presentation/
(Max. Marks) Assignment
(Max. Marks)
<=200 Any 20 20
>200 and <=400 Any 30 30
>400 and <=700 Any 50 60
>700 and <=1000 Any 60 60
>1000 Any 60 60
Most appropriate component which needs to be considered out of Project/Presentation/Assignment for

each course is placed at Annexure V. Assessment should be conducted before the practical examination.
TP should upload result online on the same day of conduct of assessment and send scanned copy of award
list to the designated mail id of RC through mail along with practical award list. TP should send signed
hardcopy in original to NIELIT RC by post by the immediate next day of the conduct of practical exam.
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5.0 Major Project / Dissertation
Courses with duration of more than 400 hrs have Major Project / Dissertation as one of the assessment
component. Most appropriate component which needs to be considered out of Major Project/Dissertation
for each course is placed at Annexure V. The Major project /Dissertation shall be assessed by the
concerned Regional Centre of NIELIT. Candidates on completion of the project should submit the
project/dissertation in the requisite format along with fee to the concerned Regional Centre of NIELIT
for assessment/evaluation. Every Candidate should do the project/ Dissertation individually and no
grouping is allowed. The Project / Dissertation will be carried out under the guidance of the institute,
conducting the NSQF course.
5.1 Objective of the Project
The aim of the project is to give the students an integrated experience in solving a real life problem by
applying knowledge and skills gained on completion of theory papers of a course. It provides an occasion
for students to develop written and communication skills. Project also helps the students to realize the
importance of resource and time management, ownership of task towards deliverables, innovation and
efficiency in task management apart from presentation skills. It also provides a good opportunity for
students to build, enhance and sustain high Level of professional conduct, performance and evolves a
problem solver frame of mind in students. It is also felt that taking up the project by a student prepares
him /her for a job in industry and elsewhere.
The Project is designed and structured keeping in view of syllabus, so that students can use and apply
theoretical skills gained while pursuing course.
5.2 Project Submission Guidelines
5.2.1. Documents to be submitted
1. Project completion certificate, duly signed by the Center Manager (in case of candidates of
Training partner) or by the Training Co-ordinator of NIELIT Centre. (Proforma given at
Annexure–II)
2. Hard copy of the Project Report
3. Soft copy of the Project report, which may be required for demonstration of Project work, needs
to be arranged by the Candidate at the time of Viva-Voce.
5.2.2. Format of Major Project Report /Dissertation
Project Cover page in the format at Annexure–I.

A copy of valid photo I-card issued by any Government Agency.
Project Completion Certificate duly signed by the Training Co-ordinator of NIELIT Centre /
Centre Manager of TP (Proforma given at Annexure-II)
Project Report
i. Objective & scope of the Project.
ii. Theoretical background/Literature Review
iii. Definition of problem
iv. System analysis & design vis-à-vis user requirements
v. System planning (PERT Chart)
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vi. Methodology adopted, system implementation & details of hardware & software used
vii. System maintenance & evaluation
viii. Cost and benefit analysis
ix. Detailed life cycle of the Project which may included
- ERD/DFD/StarUML/ArgoUML/Dia/Visio/Lucid chart/Visual paradigm.
- Input and output screen design
- Process involved
- Methodology used for testing
- Details about Simulation/ Mathematical modelling
- Test Report, printout of the reports, printout of the code sheet, printout of
Simulation result
- User/ operational manual – including security aspects, access rights, back up,
controls etc.
- Performance and efficiency
- Result and Analysis
- Conclusion
5.2.3. Other Documents required to be submitted along with the Project Report
i) Brief background of the organization where the student has developed the Project.
ii) Data dictionary
This should give a catalogue of the data elements used in the system / sub system
developed. The following are the details required. Write NA if not applicable:
Data name
Aliases, if any
Length (Size)
Type (Numeric, Alpha, binary etc.)
iii) List of abbreviations, figures, tables
iv) Reference
- Bibliography
- Website
v) Soft Copy of the Project on CD / Pen Drive
vi) Certificate from the Organisation/ Supervisor
5.2.4. Some important notes required to be considered by the Student while preparing the
Project / Dissertation
The following suggested guidelines may be followed in preparing the final Report:
i. Good quality white executive bond paper A4 size should be used for typing and
duplication. Care should be taken to avoid smudging while duplicating the copies.
ii. Page specification (written paper and source code)
Left margin – 3.0 cms.
Right margin – 3.0 cms.
Top margin – 2.7 cms.
Bottom margin– 2.7 cms.
iii. Page numbers – all pages should be numbered at the bottom center of the pages.
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5.3 Project/Dissertation Fee :
Project /Dissertation fee as applicable should be remitted to concerned Regional Centre of NIELIT.
5.4 Time of Submission
Project Report / Dissertation should be submitted by the candidate within the Registration validity period.
The candidate should appear for viva within two weeks after intimation of viva voce or else the project
will be cancelled and the fee will be forfeited and the candidate needs to submit the project afresh.
5.5 Evaluation of Project / Dissertation
The Major Project /Dissertation work shall be evaluated by a subject Expert (including NIELIT
Employees) hired by the concerned NIELIT Regional Centre and schedule the Viva Voce of the
Candidate. The Viva Voce of outstation candidates may be conducted through on-line mode like Skype
etc. However, the expert should take care that the software used for on-line Viva is secure and not
restricted /banned by Government or Law enforcement agencies. After evaluation, the result received
from the expert should be ported to HQs by the NIELIT RC.
An intimation letter regarding allotment of expert for the Viva-Voce to all the Candidates is sent by
NIELIT RC. However, exact location, date and time for the Viva-Voce will be intimated by the allotted
expert to the candidate (Annexure–III).
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6.0 Assessment of Special Components
In case of a course contains a special component (For Eg. Typing/Data Entry Speed) which is mandatory
for passing the course besides the five assessment components (Theory, Practical, Internal Assessment,
Project/Presentation/Assignment & Major Project/Dissertation) TP should assess the same in a fair
manner and should mention it in the Remarks column.
With a view to supplement efforts of the Examination Superintendents, Observers may be deputed at
Examination centres on need basis. The primary functions of an Observer is to go round the centre, visit
the halls when the examination is in progress and make suggestions to the Examination Superintendent
/ NIELIT relating to procedure, security, organizational and infrastructural matters which have a bearing
on effective conduct of the examinations. The role of the Observer is complimentary to that of the
Examination Superintendent and both of them are required to perform in a coordinate manner.
The names of the Observers are to be kept confidential and should be known only to those who have
essentially to interact with them.
Observers are required to send a report as per (Annexure-A). They are requested to send detailed
informative reports with essential particulars required to judge the conduct of examinations at the centre.
The reports should not be prepared in a routine manner, as your feedback report forms the basis for
incorporating changes in various aspects of the examination process for making further improvements in
the scheme.
Observers are required to maintain cordial relations with the Examination Superintendent, and may
address themselves to matters concerning examination with a view to strengthening the conduct of
examinations.
8.0 Honorarium to Examination Staff and Experts
8.1. Experts as ES or Observers for theory and practical examination

Experts hired as ES or Observers shall be paid sitting fee as per the norms of Office Order
No.13(686)/EXAM/2019 dated 26.03.2019 by respective Regional Centre of NIELIT.
8.2 Experts for Project Evaluation
The external expert whose services are hired for evaluation of project shall be paid a sitting fee of Rs.400/-
per project by respective Regional Centre of NIELIT.
8.2 Examination Staff (Practical Examiner / Invigilator) nominated by TP
No honorarium shall be paid to the Examination Staff nominated by TP for facilitating conduct of any
examination.
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9.0 Record Retention Schedule
Record Retention Schedule as per Annexure VI.
10.0 Unfair means and related penalties
All cases of UFM should be recorded in the form for reporting UFM cases as given in Annexure ‘B’.
The form shall be accompanied by the following documents:
i. Answer Books/OMR sheet in case of Pen-Paper based examination

ii. Explanation of the candidate (self attested by the candidate)
iii. Statement of the Invigilator
iv. Unfair means material found from the candidate.
v. Photocopy of identity card of the candidate (self attested by the candidate).
vi. Photocopy of Admit card of the candidate (self attested by the candidate).
Note: All the columns of the proforma must invariably be filled in properly in order to strengthen the
case, complying with the instructions given in the proforma.
Penalties of Unfair means as per Annexure-VII. The result of the candidates of UFM cases will be
released after completion of enquiry and decision of Exam Board / appropriate authority.
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Annexure–I
PERFORMA FOR NSQF MAJOR PROJECT/DISSERTATION COMPLETION CERTIFICATE
(FROM TRAINING PARTNER)
This is to certify that the Major Project / Dissertation entitled,
is a bonafide work done by Mr. / Ms.

(NIELIT NSQF Registration No: _ ) in partial
fulfilment of _ _ examination and has been carried out
under my direct supervision and guidance. This report or a similar report on the
topic has not been submitted for any other examination and does not form a part of any
other course undergone by the candidate.
Signature of Guide / Training Co-ordinator
Name : _ Place:
Designation : Date: _
Address:
Signature of the Center Manager

[in case of a candidate from Training Partner]
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Annexure–II
PERFORMA OF COVERING LETTER TO THE MAJOR PROJECT
REPORT/DISSERTATION
To,
The Executive Director /Director/Centre-in-Charge
NIELIT,
Regional Centre,
Sir /Madam,
I am submitting my Major Project Report / Dissertation for evaluation. Details of my
Registration and postal address, etc is as under:
Regn. No: NSQF Course _ _
Name : _
Father’s Name:
Address:
Tele No: - __________

(Country Code) (City Code) (Telephone number)
E-mail Address :
Project Title:
(Signature)
Date:
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Annexure–III
National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology
< Address of NIELIT RC>

Ref………………. Dated:………
To
………..<Experts Name>……..
………..<Address>…….………
Sub: Project/ Dissertation Evaluation –reg.
Sir/Madam,
As you may be aware, NIELIT is conducting many short term/ long term courses which are aligned
under the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) of Ministry of Skill Development and
Entrepreneurship. The candidate, ……………..<Name> has completed a
course……………………………………….., registration no……………………….. and
submitted a project report / dissertation as part of his curriculum.
Kindly note that the project/dissertation plays a major part in deciding the candidate's practical
knowledge of the courseware of the curriculum as a whole (considering that he/she may have to
independently take charge of Project development of larger scale). The Project evaluation cum viva-
voce, in this Level, has been earmarked a total 100 marks. Out of 100, 80%(i.e. 80 marks) would be for
the Project documentation and quantity and quality of work and remaining 20% (i.e. 20 marks) would
be for viva-voce.
We request to you kindly intimate the candidate of the time and venue of viva, a copy of which may be
forwarded to the undersigned. The Viva of outstation candidate may be conducted online. The
maximum marks for the Major Project / Dissertation is 100. The duly signed hard copy of the result
need to be sent in the attached performa (Annexure –IV) after Project evaluation and Viva within 2
days of conduct of Viva along with claim forms.
The project / dissertation is valid for a period of one month of issue of this letter. In case the candidate
is not turning up for Viva within 15 days of intimation of Viva, the Project /Dissertation may be
returned with your remark. In case, due to unforeseen circumstances, you are unable to take up the
assignment, the project / dissertation may be returned to this office immediately so that the candidate
is not suffered.
We will be extremely grateful if an early action is taken.
Thanking You,
Sincerely yours
( ............................... )
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Annexure–IV
National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology
< Address of NIELIT RC>

Ref………………. Dated:………
Result of Major Project /Dissertation cum VIVA-VOCE
Name of the Candidate :

Name of Course :
Project /Dissertation Title :_ _
This is to certify that the Major Project /Dissertation of the above candidate has been duly evaluated
and Viva Voce conducted by me today ie .........................Based on his/her performance the candidate
is awarded ....... out of maximum marks of 100 to the Project / Dissertation.
(……..Name of expert .........)

Designation
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Annexure-V
List of NSQF aligned courses
S.No. Course Name NSQF NSQF NSQF Most Appropriate

Course Aligned at Learning 4th and 5th
Code Level Hours assessment
component
1 Certificate Course in PC E001 3 80 Assignment
Assembly & Maintenance
2 Certificate course in Arduino E002 4 300 Project

based Embedded System Design
3 Solar Power Installation, E004 4 80 Project

Operation and Maintenance
4 Diploma in Installation & Repair E005 4 350 Assignment

of Consumer Electronics Products
5 Repair & Maintenance of Power E006 4 350 Assignment

Supply, Inverter & UPS
6 Post Diploma in Electronics E009 6 1598 Assignment,

Product Design Major Project
7 Repair & Maintenance of ECG E011 3 300 Assignment

and ICCU equipments
8 Repair and Maintenance of E012 3 300 Assignment

Imaging Equipment (X-Ray &
Ultrasound machine)
9 Repair & Maintenance of Dental E013 3 300 Assignment
Equipment
10 Certificate Course in Electronic E014 3 360 Assignment

Product Testing
11 Assembly & Maintenance of E015 3 240 Assignment
Personal Computer
12 Solar-LED Lighting Product ( E016 4 350 Project

Design and Manufacturing)
13 Installation Repair and E017 4 350 Assignment
Maintenance of Home Appliances
14 Telecom Technician- PC E018 4 350 Assignment

Hardware and Networking
15 Installation & Maintenance of E019 2 200 Assignment
Photocopiers and Printers
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16 ESM - 1 Electronic Production E020 4 360 Project

Technician
17 Certificate in Robotic E021 4 325 Assignment
Programming and Maintenance
18 Automation Technology-Basic E022 4 240 Assignment
Level
19 ESD –1 Electronics Product E023 5 432 Project
Design Support Engineer
20 ESM– 2 Electronic Product E024 5 442 Project
Supervisor
21 3 D Scanning and CNC Routing E025 5 400 Project
Engineer (Level 5)
22 Additive Manufacturing /3D E026 5 400 Project
Printing
23 Automation Technology- E027 5 515 Assignment, Major
Advanced Level Project
24 Embedded System Design using E028 5 400 Project
8-bit Microcontrollers
25 Post Diploma in VLSI E029 5 400 Project
Design,Tools and Technology
26 Diploma in Repair & E030 5 400 Assignment
Maintenance of Industrial
Instrumentation & Automation
System
27 Post Diploma in Repair and E031 5 400 Assignment
Maintenance of Hospital
Equipment
28 Post Graduate Diploma in E032 8 840 Assignment, Major
Industrial Automation System Project
Design
29 Certificate Course in EMI and E033 6 600 Assignment, Major
EMC for Electronics Product Project
Design
30 Certificate Program on System E034 7 320 Assignment
Verilog and UVM
31 Certificate Course on Printed E035 4 250 Project
Circuit Board Design , Analysis
and Manufacturing Techniques
32 Certificate course in VLSI Design E036 5 80 Assignment
33 Advanced Diploma -VLSI Physical E037 7 480 Assignment, Major

Design Engineer Project
34 PG Diploma in Embedded Real E038 8 840 Assignment, Major
Time systems Project
35 PG Diploma in VLSI & Embedded E039 8 840 Assignment, Major
Hardware Design Project
36 PG Diploma in Electronic System E040 8 840 Assignment, Major
Design and Manufacturing Project
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37 Certificate course in DSP Using E041 7 80 Project

MATLAB
38 Certificate Course in Embedded E042 5 80 Project
System Design using ARM/
Cortex Microcontroller
39 PG Diploma in IOT E043 7 470 Assignment, Major
Project
40 Advanced PG Diploma in Electronic E044 8 1140 Assignment, Major
Product Design and Manufacturing Project
41 Advanced Diploma- PLC/SCADA E045 7 480 Assignment, Major

/DCS Engineer Rev.2 Project
42 Post Graduate Diploma in E046 8 720 Assignment, Major
Embedded System Design Rev.2 Project
43 Diploma in Computer Hardware xxxx 4 400 xxxxx
Maintenance (CHM - O Level) course
44 Advanced Diploma in Computer xxxx 5 470 xxxxx

Hardware Maintenance and
Networking (CHM – A Level) course
45 Certificate course in Office I002 3 80 Assignment

Automation(CCOA)
46 Certified Course in Web Designing I003 3 80 Presentation
47 Advance Diploma in Computer I004 4 200 Assignment

Application Accounting and
Publishing
48 Certified Android Apps Developer I006 5 100 Assignment
Certified Graphic Designer I007 Project

49 5 80
50 Certified Audio Visual Designer I008 5 80 Project
Certified 2D Animator I009 Project

51 5 80
52 Certified Multimedia Developer I010 5 200 Project
53 Certificate Course in Linux, I012 80 Project

Apache, MySQL and PHP
54 Advance Diploma in Hardware I013 5 1220 Assignment, Major
,Networking & Information Project
Security [ADHNS]
55 Networking Specialist (NS) I015 6 780 Assignment, Major
Project
56 Advance Course in Web I018 7 240 Project
Application Development using
LAMP
57 Certificate Course in System I020 6 80 Assignment
Administration using UNIX
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58 Advanced Diploma in Java I021 6 420 Assignment, Major

Enterprise Edition Project
59 Certificate course in Reliability I022 6 240 Assignment
60 Advanced Diploma in .Net I023 6 420 Assignment, Major

Technologies Project
61 Certificate Course in Cyber I024 6 500 Assignment, Major
Forensic Project
62 Post Graduate Diploma in I025 8 840 Assignment, Major
Software Technology Project
63 Certification Course in Data Entry I026 4 135 Assignment
and Office Automation
64 Post Graduate Diploma in Cloud I027 8 840 Assignment, Major
Computing Project
65 Advanced Diploma in Android I028 6 420 Assignment, Major
Application Development Project
66 Certified Cloud Computing and I029 6 210 Project
Virtualization Expert
67 Advanced Diploma In BigData I030 7 480 Presentation, Major
Analytics Project
68 Certificate Course in Computer I031 5 100 Assignment
Aided Design using CREO
69 Certificate Course in System I032 6 80 Assignment
Administration using Linux
70 Certificate Course in ITES BPO, Soft I033 4 200 Presentation
Skills & Communicative English
71 Certificate in Computer I034 4 900 xxxxx

Applications, Business
Accounting & Multi Lingual DTP
72 Bioinformatics ‘O’ Level I035 5 480 Presentation, Major
Project
73 Diploma in Multimedia and xxxx 5 720 xxxxx
Animation Technology(O Level)
74 Certificate in Computer I036 5 400 Project
Applications
75 Certified Data Analyst I037 6 240 Project
76 Bioinformatics ‘A’ Level I038 6 1550 Presentation, Major

Project
77 Certificate course on Internet of I039 6 360 Project
Things (IoT) Applications
78 Post Diploma in Computer Aided I040 6 1598 Assignment, Major
Tool Design Project
79 Post Graduate Diploma in I041 8 720 Assignment, Major
Information System Security Project
80 PG Diploma in Data Science & 8 840 Project, Major
Analytics I042 Project
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81 Course on Computer Concepts (CCC) xxxx xxxxx

3 80
82 O level (IT) xxxx xxxxx
5 480
A Level xxxx xxxxx
83 6 1550
84 B level xxxx 4150 (3 xxxxx
7
years)
85 C level xxxx 2700 (2 xxxxx
8
years)
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Annexure-VI
Record Retention Schedule
Examination HQ 10 years To deal with queries.

Applications in
electronic media
Answer files of HQ 01 year To deal with queries.
theory examination
uploaded during
the examination
Award list of all RC 01 year To deal with queries
assessment
components other
than theory
examination.
Project RC 06 months or till the To deal with queries
documents& result of the candidate
Dissertations is declared whichever
is later
Attendance Sheet RC 06 months or till the To check the absenteeism status of the
results of all candidates.
candidates are
declared whichever is
later
Certificate Detail HQ Forever To deal with queries, RTI etc.
Register having list (not to be weeded out)
of candidates
issued certificates
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Annexure-VII
Unfair Means, Misbehavior etc. and Penalties
Sr. No. Description Punitive Action
1 Impersonation of candidate Debar the candidate permanently.

FIR against candidate and his/her
impersonator.
2 Misbehavior by Candidate: Debar
the candidate for
two consecutive
Using of abusive/derogatory language examination
against the Examination
Superintendent/Examiner/Invigilator or
threatening using violence towards
Invigilators or Examination
Superintendent or other candidates,
Carrying/consuming alcoholic/non-
alcoholic beverages etc.
2 Candidate with prohibited Cancel the examination of the

material including electronic candidate. Debar the candidate for
gadgets:
Possessing book(s), notes, papers or any next two consecutive examinations
other unauthorized material related in any
way with the examination,
Possessing Mobile phones or any
electronic gadget other than
calculator(only in exam in which it is
officially allowed) during the
examination which can potentially be used
for communication or copying, Anything
written or signs made on the body of the
candidate or on his/her clothes/garments,
handkerchief etc. which may have
relevance to the syllabus of the
examination paper concerned.
3 Candidate taking/giving assistance in Cancel the examination of the

examination: candidate. Debar the candidate for
next two consecutive examinations
Found communicating with the Examiner
or any other person including facilitation
through remote access of the system, with If the role of exam center/training
the objective of unduly influencing him in partner is proved, debar the institute
any way and receiving or giving assistance for 06 months as examination center.
in copying, or in any form during the The authorization granted for
course of the examination. conducting the course may also be
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reviewed for discontinuation
The role of ES or any other personnel

is proved, debar him/her for 03 years
from any assignments of NIELIT
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To Annexure ‘A’
The Executive Director/Director/Centre-in-Charge

NIELIT Regional Centre
Subject: Report of the Examination Observer for Examination of NSQF aligned courses
Sir,
I am sending herewith my report as Observer for the Examination Centre at
(Station) along with my TA/DA particulars for necessary action.
Yours faithfully,
Signature of the Observer
Name :
Address : _
Telephone:
Mobile: _ _
Email:
Please note that the report should cover all the points mentioned below, supported by essential details.
Information - session-wise (Morning/Afternoon) as may be applicable be given :
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Date(s) of the Examination :
1. Name of Centre
2. Address of centre
3. Duration of visit to the centre : _
4. Adequacy of rooms needed for examination:

5. Whether sufficient no. of PCs /equipment :
Were available (if not, details thereof) _
6. Whether all the PCs were working : _

7. Whether relevant software were : _
available (if not, details thereof)
8. Computers provided (indicate numbers): _
9. Availability of the spare computer systems: _
10. Lighting arrangements : _
11. Drinking water facilities : _
12. Toilets (availability / cleanliness) : _
13. Security arrangements : _
14. Power failure, if any : _
15. Stand-by power arrangements :
16. Accessibility of the centre :
17. Adequacy of furniture provided : _
18. Irregularities noticed (Please attach a separate sheet if required) :
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19. Complaints from students, if any(Please attach a separate sheet if required) :
20. Suggestions for improvement (Please attach a separate sheet if required) :
21. General Summing up (Please attach a separate sheet if required) :
Signature of the Observer
Name:
Designation: _
Date :_
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ANNEXURE-‘B’
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (NIELIT)
NSQF EXAMINATIONS
FORM FOR REPORTING UNFAIR MEANS /MISBEHAVIOUR CASES
1. Exam Centre Code:………………Name and Address of Exam Centre…………………………………………

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
2. Name and Roll No. of the Candidate:…………………………………………………………………………….........
3. Registration No. of Candidate:…………………………………………………………………………………………
4. Subject / Paper Code: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
5. Date and Time of Incident………………………………………………………………………………………….............
6. Description of Unfair Means/mis-behavior in the exam and circumstances in which caught:
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
a) Type of copying material found from the candidate i.e. help book, loose printed/handwritten
sheets, No. of pages/Loose sheets found, in case of remote access of system, screen shots, be
also indicated: …………………………………………………………………....
....……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
b) Place from where copying material recovered, e.g. pant pocket/shirt pocket, beneath desk
/along with wrist watch/ inside shoes/socks
etc………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
7. Any other information:..……………………………………………………………………………………………..………
……………………… ………………………………….. ………………… …………………………………
Sign of the Candidate Sign of member of Flying Squad Sign of Observer Sign of Exam Suptd./
Invigilator

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Technical Wing: NSQF Examination SOP#

5.3 Project/Dissertation Fee .................................................................................................... 24

1.1 National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF)

Various agencies involved in the training, examination/assessment and certification of candidates

1.3.1. Examination Wing, NIELIT HQs

• Facilitation of online submission of Exam Application by registered candidates

1.3.2 NIELIT Regional Centre

• Validation of Marks of Practical, Internal Assessment and Project /Presentation

1.3.3. Training Partner

1.4. Calendar of Events

Sr. No. Description Dates Remarks

3. Opening of Exam 5 to 7th of the month -do-

Candidates Data by for next examination

12. Internal Assessment, 8th to 20th of every 1. Assessment should be

1.5 Prerequisites (Eligibility of Candidates)

1.6 Language /Medium for Imparting Training and Examination

The examination/assessment will be conducted in English language only.

1.7 Examination Fee

>200 and <=400 Any 1000 300 0 1300

>400 and <=700 Any 1000 300 500 1800

>700 and <=1000 Any 1500 600 500 2600

>1000 Any 2000 600 1000 3600

1.8 Nomenclature of Roll Number

RC Cours Year Month Serial No

for a particular course by each Regional Centre (Eg.SNE0051901000001).

1.9 Examination Calendar:

Exam Cycle Date of Submission of Examination Date

1.10 Assessment Components and Duration of Examination:

Learni Intern Project / Major Project/ Total

1.11 Examination Process

1.12 Result Processing and declaration:

1.13 Grading Pattern:

2.0 Theory Examination:

2.1 Schedule of Theory Examination:

Batch Start Time End Time

2.1 Venue for Theory Examination:

2.2 Infrastructure Requirement

Sr. No. Description Minimum Recommended

2. Operating System Windows 7, 8, 8.1,10

2.3 Manpower for conduct of Examination

Exam Superintendent (ES)

2.3.1. Role of Exam Superintendent (ES) of Theory Examination

2.3.2. Role of Invigilator for Theory Examination

2.4 Hall Discipline – Theory Examination

2.5 Online Remote proctored Theory Examination

- Impersonation Cases: During the exam, if the actual candidate is replaced by an

2.6 Other important points

▪ There is no negative marking in online theory examination

3.0 Practical Examination

Learning NSQF Level Practical

>1000 Any 2 180 90

3.1 Role and Responsibilities of TP:

• Exam Superintendent (ES)

3.3 Role of Exam Superintendent (ES) of Practical Examination

3.4 Role of Practical Examiner

3.5 Hall Discipline – Practical Examination:

3.6 Practical Examination Schedule

3.7 Delivery of Question Paper for Practical Examination

3.8 Pattern of Questions for Practical Examination

4.0 Internal Assessment and Project / Presentation /Assessment

The evaluation of internal Assessment and Project/Presentation/Assignment must be done by the TP as

Learning Hours NSQF Level Internal Project /