C-PYTE Hakumat Singh Wala emerges as beacon of employment for Ferozepur youth; 438 secured jobs in 2025-26
Ferozepur, January 22, 2026: The Centre for Training and Employment of Punjab (C-PYTE) continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Punjab's youth. Under the state government's initiative, the C-PYTE center located in village Hakumat Singh Wala of Ferozepur district has emerged as a boon for local youngsters, providing them with essential skills for both employment and self-employment.
Deputy Commissioner Deepsikha Sharma shared that the institution is leading the way in making the youth self-reliant. Providing further details, Camp Training Officer Captain Gurdarshan Singh revealed that during the 2025-26 session, 1,110 candidates received training at the center, out of which 438 secured placements in various sectors. The breakdown of placement is Army Agniveer: 223, Punjab Police: 6, Paramilitary Forces: 9, Government Jobs: 4, Private Sector: 37, Self-Employment: 8, Security Services: 150 (Trained under PMKVY in collaboration with Prota Tech Pvt Ltd, leading to jobs in PESCO and other firms).
The C-PYTE center has evolved far beyond traditional military drills, offering a diverse range of technical and vocational opportunities.
Beyond traditional drills, the center offers diverse vocational training. Captain Singh noted that students recently completed JCB operation courses at Mahuana and drone training at IIT Ropar. The facility ensures holistic growth through personality development and communication skills, supported by modern infrastructure including digital classrooms, athletic tracks, hostels, and gyms at the Ferozepur district's Hakumat Singh Wala campus.
The Training Officer emphasized that the Punjab Government provides free boarding and lodging during the training period. No fees are charged for any of the courses, which include preparation for both written examinations and physical tests conducted by experienced staff.
Captain Gurdarshan Singh appealed to the youth of Ferozepur to visit the camp and register themselves. He urged them to take full advantage of these government-funded facilities to build a stable career and contribute to the state's progress.