TVET Professional | Government Consultant | Policy Advocate | Standards and Quality Assurance
Gurpreet Singh is a seasoned professional with over 12 years of experience in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), policy advocacy, consulting, and government partnerships. As Associate Vice President – Strategy and Business Development at IIRIS, he spearheads initiatives that bridge the gap between policy frameworks and on-ground implementation, driving impact across the skilling and education ecosystem.
A certified Cyber Security Sales Professional, Gurpreet has collaborated with leading national and international organizations including UNV, UNESCO, the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), and the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. His work has contributed to flagship programs such as PMKVY 3.0, STARS (World Bank), and Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, influencing large-scale outcomes in skills development and quality assurance.
He has been instrumental in developing 20 Qualification Packs (QPs) under MSDE, enabling the training of over 70,000 beneficiaries nationwide. Gurpreet’s expertise spans government sales, policy strategy, risk management, public procurement, and stakeholder engagement, making him a trusted advisor in education reform and skill development.
Academic and Professional Credentials
- Certified Cyber Security Sales Professional
- Postgraduate specialization in TVET and Policy Consulting (as per resume details if available)
- Expert Committee Member – MSDE, CBSE, NSDC, NCVET, NITI Aayog, and Shri Vishwakarma Skills University
Industry Contributions
- Policy Advocate – Contributor to national skill and education policies under MSDE and MoE initiatives
- Standards Developer – Led creation of 20 Qualification Packs training 70,000+ beneficiaries across India
- Advisor – Member of expert panels and steering committees for PMKVY 3.0, WBDVET, CBSE, and World Bank STARS Program
- Strategic Leader – Spearheaded multi-state projects under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan and World Bank collaborations
- Consultant – Provided strategic advisory for UN, UNESCO, and central ministries on skilling, quality, and standards frameworks