On the Job Training(OJT)

Introduction

In line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, higher education institutions in India are increasingly focusing on integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application. Internships and On-the-Job Training (OJT) programmes play a vital role in bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world professional requirements. Through OJT, students gain exposure to professional work environments, enabling them to develop essential employability skills such as effective communication, problem-solving, teamwork, adaptability, and professional conduct. This experiential learning approach enhances students’ confidence, independence, and self-awareness, while also providing valuable insights into diverse industries and career pathways. On-the-Job Training (OJT) is a structured, practice-oriented learning approach that enables students to acquire relevant competencies and skills in a real or simulated workplace environment under guided supervision.

OJT Objectives:

An OJT programme, in general, sets out to achieve objectives such as

• Align classroom learnings with workplace outcomes.
• Provide students with real-world work experience and align their expectations with job demands.
• Combine physical and digital learning modes in industry settings, blended with mentorship.
• Foster research skills, including knowledge discovery, analytical tools, methodologies, and ethical conduct.
• Introduce students to emerging technologies and their applications in various fields.
• Strengthen students' entrepreneurial skills and encourage job creation.
• Facilitate problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, and collaboration.
• Foster social awareness and philanthropic values among students.
• Instil professional principles, ethics, values, and integrity to meet employment market demands and social needs.

Course Credits and Evaluation

• The On-the-Job Training (OJT) component carries a weightage of Four (4) Credits.
• As per NEP 2020 guidelines, postgraduate students are required to complete OJT either during the Second Semester of the programme or during the semester break following the Second Semester.
• Evaluation of the OJT programme comprises two components:
• External Evaluation (50%) – Assessment by the Host Organisation
• Internal Evaluation (50%) – Assessment by the Institute