India ranks 10th at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, Shanghai, 2026

Team India finished 10th at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China. The team won 6 silver medals and 20 medals for excellence. The six-day event ran from 22 to 27 September 2026, with competition days on 23 to 26 September and the closing ceremony on 27 September. More than 1,400 young competitors from around 70 countries and regions took part.

What Is the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Competition?

WorldSkills is the world's leading international skills competition and is held every two years. Young professionals show their vocational and technical skills, and the event promotes global standards and knowledge exchange. India's team was coordinated by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).

India Wins 6 Silver Medals and 20 Medals for Excellence

India's medal count reflects skill in creative, technical, and service fields. A Medal for Excellence is given to competitors who meet the international WorldSkills standard of professional proficiency.

India Moves Up from 13th at WorldSkills Lyon 2024 to 10th at Shanghai 2026

In Lyon 2024, India ranked 13th with four Bronze Medals and 12 Medals for Excellence. The jump of three places shows steady progress.

Largest-Ever Indian Contingent of 70 Competitors Across 63 Skills

India sent its biggest team so far. The 70 competitors took part in 63 skills, covering emerging technologies, advanced manufacturing, engineering, creative industries and specialised services.

India's Debut in 11 New and Emerging Skill Categories

India entered 11 new categories in the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai this year. This shows a shift towards future-oriented jobs.

1. Dental Prosthetics
2. Digital Interactive Media Design
3. Intelligent Security Technology
4. Landscape Gardening 
5. Optoelectronic Technology 
6. Retail Sales 
7. Unmanned Aerial Systems
8.  Industrial Mechanics 
9. Software Testing
10.  Heavy Vehicle Technology and Aircraft Maintenance.

Complete List of Team India Silver Medal Winners

Six Indian wins silver medals in the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai this year.

Complete List of Team India Medal for Excellence Winners

20 Indian win excellence medal in the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai this year.