125 training slots allocated to Oman for 2026–27; Omani alumni highlight professional benefits of India’s capacity-building initiative
The Embassy of India in Muscat organised an event on November 4 to mark India Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Day 2026, highlighting the programme’s contribution to skill development and capacity building in Oman.
Fahad Al-Abri, Advisor at Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT), attended the event as the chief guest. A large number of Omani alumni of the ITEC programme also participated, sharing their experiences and discussing how the training courses had strengthened their professional knowledge and skills.
Addressing the gathering, Deputy Chief of Mission Tavishi Behal Pandey outlined the range of specialised training opportunities available under ITEC. She also highlighted new initiatives aimed at expanding the programme, including partnerships with private-sector institutions and universities, advanced training opportunities for senior officials, and short-term deployment of Indian trainers overseas.
She encouraged eligible Omani government officials and professionals to participate in the programmes, describing them as an opportunity to develop expertise and deepen cooperation between India and Oman.
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Established in 1964 by India’s Ministry of External Affairs, ITEC is one of the country’s longest-running international capacity-building initiatives
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It has trained more than 200,000 officials from over 160 countries through more than 300 specialised courses
The courses cover sectors including information technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, public administration, finance, agriculture, healthcare, renewable energy, diplomacy and skill development. They are conducted by reputed Indian institutions, including the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and other centres of excellence.
For the financial year 2026–27, India has allocated 125 training slots to Oman.
The programme is open to eligible Omani government officials and professionals, with applications coordinated through Oman’s Ministry of Labour. The Indian government provides financial and logistical support, including international air travel, visa, course fees, accommodation, monthly living allowance, book allowance and medical facilities.
The ITEC programme remains an important component of India’s development partnership with Oman, providing opportunities for professional exchange and institutional cooperation.
