OGDCL and NAVTTC Announce Free Technical Training With Monthly Stipend

OGDCL and the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) have opened admissions for the fourth batch of their free technical training program.

Key points

• Residents of Ghotki, Sukkur, Sanghar, Hyderabad, Tando Allahyar, Khairpur, Jamshoro, Badin, Tando Muhammad Khan, and Sujawal can apply under the Sindh quota.
• Other options include Industrial Electrician and Solar PV Technician, Plumbing and Pipe Fitting, Advanced Welding, and Advanced CNC/Machinist training.
• The Balochistan quota covers Dera Bugti North, Dera Bugti South, Jhal Magsi, Musakhel, and Barkhan.
• In Punjab, eligible applicants include residents of Chakwal, Attock, Dera Ghazi Khan, Rawalpindi, Rahim Yar Khan and Jhelum.
• Applicants can choose E-Commerce and Digital Marketing with AI integration, Advanced HVACR, or Fashion Designing and Dressmaking.

In practice, the three-month program targets young individuals from selected OGDCL operational areas throughout Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh and Balochistan. Training will take place at the NAVTTC Centre of Excellence in Modern Technologies, Islamabad.

According to the admission notice, OGDCL will fully fund the program. It includes free training, certification, accommodation, and financial backing. The deadline to apply is 7 October 2026. HEC Bans New Admissions in Annual, Private-Mode Associate Degree Programs.

Notably, the program offers nine courses covering digital skills, technical trades, fashion, and hospitality.

Meanwhile, the remaining courses are Hospitality Expert, focused on professional chef training, and Auto-Mechanic with E-Vehicle training.

Applicants must be between 18 and 40 years old and have at least a Matric qualification. They must additionally hold a valid Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC).

Candidates must have a permanent or temporary address in one of the districts or areas listed in the admission notice. The opportunity is specifically for youth from the identified OGDCL operational areas. The organisers have particularly encouraged women to apply. Eligible Districts and Areas.

In Punjab, eligible applicants include residents of Chakwal, Attock, Dera Ghazi Khan, Rawalpindi, Rahim Yar Khan and Jhelum. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the listed districts are Lakki Marwat, Kohat, Karak and Orakzai.

Meanwhile, the Balochistan quota covers Dera Bugti North, Dera Bugti South, Jhal Magsi, Musakhel, and Barkhan. GCU Lahore Opens Fall 2026 Phase III Admissions With 60% Scholarships. Stipend and Other Benefits.

Selected trainees will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 5, 000 and a total travel allowance of Rs. 15, 000 for the program. The application portal additionally confirms free hostel accommodation and meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

OGDCL will cover the cost of training and certification. The admission notice additionally lists industrial visits, recreational visits, and soft skills training among the program's benefits.

Students will receive instruction from qualified faculty and have access to laboratory facilities, according to the notice.

Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the OGDCL-NAVTTC application portal. The online form asks applicants to provide their personal information, select a course, and choose their district from the eligible list.

Candidates may alternatively submit a hard-copy application at the NAVTTC Centre of Excellence in Islamabad. Applications must be submitted by 7 October 2026. Visit EduNation to find scholarships from worldwide. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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