National Institute of Technical Teachers' Training and Research Kolkata Faculty Development Programme 2026 | e-STTP/FDP on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

About the Organization

The National Institute of Technical Teachers' Training and Research (NITTTR) Kolkata is a Deemed University under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The institute specializes in faculty development, technical education, research, consultancy, and capacity-building programmes. Through its Short Term Training Programmes (STTPs) and Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), NITTTR Kolkata equips educators and professionals with contemporary knowledge and practical skills across diverse disciplines.

Programme Overview

Programme Details

The programme covers disaster risk reduction and management from hazard and risk understanding to building resilience. It is designed to build nationwide capacity in disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and resilience planning.

Programme Highlights

• Comprehensive coverage of Disaster Risk Management.
• Multi-hazard approach covering all disaster types.
• Sessions by national experts from premier institutions.
• High-quality recorded lectures and live expert interactions.
• Practical case studies and best practices.
• Interactive discussions and question and answer sessions.
• Digital learning resources and e-certificate.
• Disaster Risk Assessment and Resilience Planning.
• National Disaster Management Framework, Sendai Framework, and Sustainable Development Goals.
• Climate change, urban resilience, and emerging risks.

Programme Objectives

• Build large-scale capacity in Disaster Risk Reduction and Disaster Risk Management.
• Develop understanding of hazard identification, risk assessment, vulnerability analysis, and resilience planning.
• Equip participants with practical preparedness, response, and recovery tools.
• Strengthen resilience in academic and professional ecosystems.
• Enhance national outreach in disaster resilience.

Who Can Apply

The programme is open to:

• Faculty members of STEM disciplines.
• Faculty members of Humanities, Commerce, and Management.
• Administrative Officers of Higher Educational Institutions.
• Personnel of State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs), District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs), and Disaster Management Authorities.
• Officials from Central and State Government Departments.
• Urban Local Bodies and Development Authorities.
• Professionals from NGOs and Civil Society Organizations.
• Engineers, Planners, Architects, and Consultants.
• Research Scholars.
• Young Professionals.
• Any interested participant. There is no institutional affiliation restriction.

Why Apply

• Learn from experts in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management.
• Understand modern approaches to hazard identification and resilience planning.
• Gain practical exposure through case studies and interactive sessions.
• Receive digital learning resources and an e-certificate.
• Participate in a completely free national-level Faculty Development Programme.
• Build professional knowledge in disaster preparedness and climate resilience.

Eligibility Criteria

• Registration is open to all interested participants.
• No institutional affiliation restriction.
• No specific educational qualification has been prescribed for registration.

Fellowship and Internship Details

Selection Process

• Online registration.
• Registration confirmation.
• Participation in all scheduled sessions.

No separate entrance examination or interview has been specified.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Interested participants should:

1. Complete the online registration through the Google Form.
2. Submit the registration before 9:00 AM on 10 August 2026.
3. Attend the online sessions from 10 August to 14 August 2026.

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/a4K4m232aHyMbPPz7

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