SBI Foundation and SBI Life jointly announced 'Skilling for Future' initiative To equip Underserved Youth with Technology Skills and Employment Opportunities

2026-11-10 08:45:27 Education

Pune, 10th November 2026 - To equip youth from socially and economically underserved communities with modern technology skills and make them employment-ready, Friends Union for Energising Lives (FUEL), SBI Foundation, and SBI Life have jointly announced the 'Skilling for Future' initiative.

Under this initiative, eligible and deserving students will receive direct scholarships and free training in technology and skill development. The programme includes advanced courses such as Full Stack Java and AI with Python, which are highly relevant in today's modern and digital era.

Rather than focusing solely on theoretical knowledge, the training will place special emphasis on practical learning through hands-on exercises, coding practice, live projects, and problem-solving activities, enabling students to develop industry-relevant technical capabilities.

One of the key objectives of the programme is to create a pool of skilled and industry-ready talent for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and leading companies in the technology sector.

Along with technical training, students will also be equipped with communication skills, personality development, and workplace readiness, helping them adapt effectively to corporate work environments.

Due to financial constraints, many talented students are unable to access up-to-date and industry-relevant training. The scholarship initiative has been designed to bridge this gap and provide deserving youth with access to quality skill development opportunities.

The programme goes beyond training by providing dedicated placement assistance and career guidance, including support for resume preparation, interview readiness, and access to direct employment opportunities.

Launched with the vision of "Today's Skills, Tomorrow's Opportunities," the initiative aims to help underserved youth overcome financial barriers, build strong technical capabilities, and access new avenues of employment.

"We are honoured to partner with SBI Foundation and thank them for their CSR support. This is the beginning of a long and impactful journey together," said Dr Ketan Deshpande, Chairman, FUEL.

The organisers expressed confidence that the programme will serve as a significant milestone in creating sustainable career opportunities for underserved youth and enabling them to build a better future through technology and skills.

About FUEL SkillTech & Entrepreneurship University

Established under Maharashtra Act No. 23 of 2026 and promoted by FUEL (Friends Union for Energising Lives), FSU is dedicated to advancing skill-based, entrepreneurship-driven higher education. Building on FUEL's 18+ years of impact across 18+ states, the University aims to create an employable, enterprising and future-ready generation of Indian youth