Sri Lankan Government Officials Invited to Apply for ITEC Training Programs in India

The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils, and Local Government has announced an opportunity for Sri Lankan government officials to participate in short-term training programs under the Indian Technical & Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Scholarship Scheme. The programs, sponsored by the Government of India, cover a wide range of fields, including public finance, artificial intelligence, climate resilience, leadership, and more.

Key Details:

• Eligibility: Government officials from departments, divisions, and institutions under the ministry.
• Available Slots: A maximum of two participants per program, with four nominations allowed for consideration by the High Commission of India.
• Application Deadline: Varies by program, with the earliest closing date on 23rd June 2025 for the “Public Finance, Tax Policy & Economic Growth” course.

1. Public Finance, Tax Policy & Economic Growth
   • Dates: 07–18 July 2025 | Deadline: 23 June 2025
2. Specialized Programme on Artificial Intelligence
   • Dates: 09–22 July 2025 | Deadline: 25 June 2025
3. Computer and Mobile Forensics
   • Dates: 14–25 July 2025 | Deadline: 30 June 2025
4. Standards Regulations & WTO SPS/TBT Measures
   • Dates: 16–25 July 2025 | Deadline: 02 July 2025
5. Climate Resilient Agriculture (Indian Experiences)
   • Dates: 16–29 July 2025 | Deadline: 02 July 2025
6. AI Awareness for Educators
   • Dates: 16–29 July 2025 | Deadline: 02 July 2025
7. Leadership in Digital Governance (Leadership 4.0)
   • Dates: 21–25 July 2025 | Deadline: 07 July 2025
8. Small Business Planning & Promotion
   • Dates: 23 July–05 Aug 2025 | Deadline: 09 July 2025
9. Management Systems
   • Dates: 23 July–05 Aug 2025 | Deadline: 09 July 2025
10. Anti-Corruption & Procurement Fraud Investigation
    • Dates: 23 July–05 Aug 2025 | Deadline: 09 July 2025
11. Climate Action Framework for Developing Countries
    • Dates: 23 July–05 Aug 2025 | Deadline: 09 July 2025
12. International Law & Security Fundamentals
    • Dates: 28 July–08 Aug 2025 | Deadline: 14 July 2025
13. Human Resource & Leadership Management
    • Dates: 14–25 July 2025 | Deadline: 30 June 2025

Note: Only 2 slots per program are allocated for Sri Lanka.