FICCI event 17th FICCI Global Skills Summit 2026

Event Overview & Highlights

The 17th FICCI Global Skills Summit took place on 12–13 August 2026 at FICCI, Federation House, New Delhi. This event convened a diverse group of stakeholders to explore critical themes surrounding skill development and workforce readiness. Participants engaged in a series of sessions that examined the evolving landscape of global skills, focusing on innovative approaches to education and training. The summit provided an opportunity for experts and practitioners to share insights and best practices, fostering collaboration among various sectors. Discussions centered on the challenges and opportunities in skill development, emphasizing the need for adaptive strategies to meet the demands of a rapidly changing job market. The event underscored the importance of aligning educational outcomes with industry needs, aiming to enhance employability and drive economic growth. Overall, the summit served as a significant platform for dialogue and knowledge exchange, contributing to the ongoing efforts in advancing global skills initiatives.

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Knowledge Papers Released

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Human Capability in the Age of AI

Human Capability in the Age of AI examines how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the nature of work across key sectors of India and what this transformation means for the future workforce. The report moves beyond the conventional debate around job replacement and highlights three broad pathways through which AI is influencing work, automation, augmentation and the continued importance of human capabilities. It demonstrates that AI is primarily transforming specific tasks within occupations rather than eliminating entire professions. Across sectors including BFSI, healthcare, IT, manufacturing, retail and education, routine and codifiable activities are increasingly exposed to automation, while AI is augmenting workers ...

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Navigating the skills imperative for India’s GCCs in the AI era

“Navigating the Skills Imperative for India’s GCCs in the AI Era” examines the evolving role of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India and the skills required to sustain their transition from operational support centres to hubs of innovation, product development, advanced technology and enterprise leadership. Based on a survey of 200 senior GCC executives across eight industries, the report assesses emerging talent requirements, capability gaps and the ecosystem-level actions needed to prepare India’s workforce for an AI-driven future. The findings indicate that while India has a strong talent base and continued global confidence in its GCC ecosystem, rapid advances in ...

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