DTRDC · Tea Board India · ASCI Certified

NCVET Tea Tasting
Skilled Courses 2026

NCVET-approved programmes in Tea Tasting and Tea Sommelier — conducted at Darjeeling Tea Research & Development Centre (DTRDC), Tea Board India.

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10
Total seats
1
Course
50%
SC/ST concession
NCVET
Approved

Essentials of Tea Sommelier — Course Information

NCVET-approved · 60 Hours · DTRDC, Kurseong · ASCI Certified

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📄 Course Information

Essentials of Tea Sommelier

A NCVET-approved 60-hour programme in tea appreciation, tasting, blending, and artisanal practices. Perfect for hospitality professionals, tea enthusiasts, and aspiring sommeliers.

⏱
60 Hours
Duration
📍
DTRDC, Kurseong
Venue
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NCVET / ASCI
Certified By
✅
Class XII+
Eligibility

Available Courses

NSQF-aligned programmes under NCVET / ASCI accreditation framework

Level 4 · 60 hours · Batch 2026

Essentials of Tea Sommelier Certification program

Course fee (General)₹ 20,060
SC / ST fee₹ 10,030 (50% off)
PH / PwD fee₹ 10,030 (50% off)
Last date to apply12 July 2026
Training starts03 August 2026

16 applications received

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How it Works

Seven steps from notification to certification

Notification
Tea Board
Course details, eligibility, fees, seat count, and all dates published. Seat counter updates live.
Prepare & Pay
Candidate
Read the checklist, keep documents ready, and pay the fee by NEFT/UPI to the Tea Board account before opening the form.
Register & Login
Candidate
Create an account with your email and password. One login covers the entire process — application, tracking, and updates.
Apply Online
Candidate
Five-step form: personal details, education, payment screenshot, document uploads, review and submit. Reference number issued instantly.
Screening
DTRDRC Operator
After cut-off date, officers verify each parameter. Any issue is recorded and shown on your application dashboard.
Selection / Refund
System
Selected: offer letter emailed automatically. Rejected: reason visible on dashboard; fee refunded within 7 working days.
Training & Cert.
DTRDRC
Training at DTRDRC. NCVET assessment and certificate on successful completion.

Contact Information

Grievance & Queries

For queries regarding eligibility, application, or status:

dtrdcteaboardksg@gmail.com

Helpline

Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 5 PM IST

+91-9875449805

Training Venue

Darjeeling Tea Research & Development Centre (DTRDC), Tea Board India, Darjeeling, West Bengal