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Education
Bhopal’s Global Skill Park Sees 60% Seats Unfilled, Only 730 of 1,800 Enrolled
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 07:16 AM
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In Bhopal, the government‑backed Global Skill Park, costing ₹1,500 crore, has filled only 730 of its 1,800 seats across nine advanced courses, leaving a 60% vacancy.
The Global Skill Park in Bhopal, a ₹1,500‑crore investment by the state government, was launched to provide advanced vocational training to thousands of aspirants. The park offers nine specialized courses designed to meet industry demand.
Despite the high expectations, only 730 students have enrolled so far, out of a total capacity of 1,800 seats. This translates to a 60% vacancy rate, raising concerns among stakeholders.
Officials attribute the low enrolment to a lack of awareness and limited outreach to potential candidates. There are also questions about the relevance of the courses to current job market needs.
The state government has announced a new admission drive targeting a broader audience, from office boys to aspiring managers, and plans to intensify marketing and partnership efforts with local industries.
Despite the high expectations, only 730 students have enrolled so far, out of a total capacity of 1,800 seats. This translates to a 60% vacancy rate, raising concerns among stakeholders.
Officials attribute the low enrolment to a lack of awareness and limited outreach to potential candidates. There are also questions about the relevance of the courses to current job market needs.
The state government has announced a new admission drive targeting a broader audience, from office boys to aspiring managers, and plans to intensify marketing and partnership efforts with local industries.