The Indian technical and economic cooperation programme was established on 15th September 1964 that is fully funded by the Government of India. The scheme was set up with the belief that both economic and technical cooperation are important pillars of an integrated foreign policy. A total of 161 countries from Africa, Asia, Latin America, East Europe, Pacific region, including some island countries, are invited to share the development and growth experience India has acquired over the years. The programme is regulated by the Ministry of External Affairs, and various expenses like accommodation, tuition fees, airfare (international), and a living allowance for selected candidates are borne by the government.

As a part of the ITEC scheme, different activities take place in other countries about India’s competence as a provider of consultancy services and training opportunities in the technical field. Apart from this, personnel training is also provided in fields like banking, IT, science, and personnel management. Most of the capacity-building activities and training is undertaken in different excellence centre (in India). Most of the capacity-building activities and training is undertaken in different excellence centre (in India) and empowers them for a globalized world.

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