Upcoming Trainings under ITEC for F.Y. 2026-27

Sl. No.	Training Name	Date	Duration
1	ITEC Capacity Building program on Passenger Interdiction Techniquesand border enforcement	July 6-17, 2026	2 weeks
2	ITEC Capacity Building program on Practising Leadership in Public Service (For Women Only)	Aug 31- Sept 11, 2026	2 weeks
3	ITEC Capacity Building program on AEO-MRA and Time Release Study (TRS)	Oct 7-13, 2026	1 week
4	ITEC Capacity Building program on Illegal Wildlife Trade (IWT), Customs Cooperation and Mutual Administrative Assistance (CMAA), CEN and Risk Management system	Nov 16-27, 2026	2 weeks
5	ITEC Capacity Building program on AML and CFT with Emphasis on Trade - Based Money Laundering and Narcotics Linked Financial Flows	Feb 3-9, 2027	1 week
6	ITEC Capacity Building program on Trade Facilitation with Focus on E commerce, FTAs and Risk Management	March 11-17, 2027	1 week

ITEC Programmes at ICSTC, NACIN

The International Co-operation and Specialised Training Centre (ICSTC) at NACIN, Palasamudram actively conducts capacity-building programmes under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) framework of the Government of India, aimed at strengthening international partnerships and institutional capabilities across partner countries.tic learning environment combining academic inputs, practical exposure, and peer-to-peer knowledge exchange.

During the Financial Year 2025–26, ICSTC successfully conducted five specialised ITEC training programmes, training 147 participants from 42 partner countries, representing Customs administrations and a diverse range of government agencies. These programmes were delivered at NACIN’s state-of-the-art residential campus, offering a holistic learning environment combining academic inputs, practical exposure, and peer-to-peer knowledge exchange.

The ITEC programmes at NACIN focus on key areas such as customs administration, trade facilitation, economic enforcement, and emerging global challenges. Through these initiatives, NACIN contributes to enhancing professional competencies, promoting best practices, and fostering international cooperation in border management and governance.

By leveraging its advanced infrastructure and expert faculty, ICSTC continues to play a vital role in advancing India’s development partnerships and reinforcing CBIC’s commitment to global capacity building through knowledge sharing and collaborative learning

PICTURE BOOK

The ITEC Programme on “Practising Leadership in Public Service”, conducted at NACIN Palasamudram from 14–25 July 2025, was inaugurated by Shri Surjit Bhujbal, Special Secretary & Member (Customs) CBIC and Dr. M. Subramanyam, Director General, NACIN, Palasamudram.

Bringing together 34 officers from 20 countries across diverse sectors—including tax and customs, policing, public health, natural resources, foreign affairs, and academia —the programme created a dynamic platform for cross-sectoral learning and exchange.

Designed as an immersive, discussion-led experience, it emphasised ethical leadership, decision-making, and managing change in complex environments, with a focus on peer learning, group work, field exposure, and cross-cultural dialogue, fostering practical insights and shared approaches to contemporary governance challenges.

Dated: ITEC programme on Practising Leadership in Public Service 14-25 July 2025

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The capacity-building programme on “Countering Illegal Drug Trafficking”, conducted at NACIN Palasamudram from 18–29 August 2025, brought together 42 enforcement officers from 19 countries under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme.

Focusing on international best practices, intelligence-led enforcement, interdiction techniques, legal frameworks, and global cooperation, the programme strengthened participants’ capabilities to effectively combat illicit drug trafficking while fostering cross-border collaboration and knowledge sharing among partner countries.

Dated: ITEC - Countering Illegal Drug Trafficking - 18-29 August 2025

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The two-week Capacity Building program on ‘Passenger Interdiction Techniques, Trade Facilitation and IT Systems’ was conducted under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme at the National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics (NACIN) between 02nd and 13th February 2026. The inaugural session was addressed by Shri M. Subramanyam, Principal Director General, NACIN, with a welcome address by Aarti Saxena, Additional Director General, NACIN.

Designed as an immersive learning platform, the programme provides field-level officers with a comprehensive understanding of interdiction, risk management, trade facilitation, and integrated Customs systems, including exposure to the National Customs Targeting Centre (NCTC).

Bringing together Customs officers from Maldives, South Sudan, and Mongolia, the programme emphasises practitioner-led learning, experience sharing, and collaborative problem-solving, enabling participants to translate insights into practical, field-oriented outcomes for more effective and seamless Customs operations.

Dated: ITEC Pax interdiction 02-13 Feb 2026

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The 2nd edition of the India–UNODA Capacity Building Programme on UNSCR 1540 & Strategic Trade Controls for Asia-Pacific and African countries was conducted at the National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics (NACIN) between 10th and 13th February 2026.

Shri Surjit Bhujbal, Special Secretary, Government of India & Member (Customs), CBIC, virtually addressed the inaugural session on 10.02.2026, while Shri M. Subramanyam, Principal Director General, NACIN, also addressed participants.

Conducted under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (D&ISA Division), the programme brought together international participants and reflects India’s commitment to strengthening global non-proliferation frameworks, enhancing strategic trade controls, and fostering international cooperation and capacity building.

Dated: ITEC UNODA 10-13 Feb 2026

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From South America, Africa, and Asia, 33 officers representing 22 countries came together at NACIN Palasamudram under the Government of India’s ITEC Programme (2–13 March 2026) for specialised training on Anti-Money Laundering & Countering Terrorist Financing.

With participants drawn from Customs, Police, Immigration, Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs), and specialised enforcement agencies the programme reflects a strong commitment to global collaboration and capacity building in combating financial crime.

Dated: ITEC AML CFT 2-13 Mar 2026

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