The MSME Technology Development Centre offers a six-month certificate course in 2017 for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates. The program includes CNC Milling, CNC Turning, Foundry Technology, and Solar PV Technician specializations. Conducted by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, the course aims to provide technical skills and employment opportunities in foundry and allied sectors. Classes are held at the MSME TDC PPDC Coimbatore Extension Centre in Arasur, Tamil Nadu, with a duration of six months (780 hours) or three months for the Solar PV program. The course is free of cost and focuses on practical training to enhance employability.

Open to Indian nationals belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST). Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination or equivalent. There are no additional income or marks criteria specified. Applicants must submit a copy of their Aadhaar card, caste certificate, educational qualification proof, and a passport-sized photograph during enrollment.

Interested candidates must submit an application with the required documents to the MSME TDC PPDC Coimbatore Extension Centre. Include a copy of the Aadhaar card, caste certificate, SSC certificate or equivalent, and one passport-sized photograph. Applications are to be submitted in person at the venue: MSME TDC PPDC, Coimbatore Extension Center, Arasur Foundry Cluster, Coimbatore – 641402. The course starts on 22nd May 2017, and attendance is mandatory from 10 AM to 4 PM daily.