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☁️ Cloud Computing✦ nasscom IT-ITeS SSCNSQF L 7🏛️ GoI ₹12K Eligible📚 NAAC Evidence
Cloud Architect
NSQF Level 7
Master cloud architecture, cost modelling, resilience engineering and enterprise compliance — aligned to nasscom SSC/Q8302 NSQF Level 7. Earn an industry-recognised certificate, 31 ABC credits and ₹12,000 government incentive.
₹4.2–8.4L
Avg Salary
L 7
NSQF Level
31 cr.
ABC Credits
₹12K
GoI Incentive
Program Overview Video
1,500+ enrolled₹28L top package150+ hirers
NSQF LevelLevel 7
ABC Credits31 credits
GoI Incentive₹12,000
Salary Range₹4.2 – 8.4 LPA
Official Partners
MeitY · FutureSkills Prime
Ministry of Electronics & IT, Govt. of India
NSDC · Skill India
National Skill Development Corporation
Qualification Pack Specification
SSC/Q8302| QP Code | SSC/Q8302 |
| QP Version | v2.0 |
| NSQF Level | Level 7 |
| Sub-Sector | Future Skills — Cloud Computing |
| ABC Credits | 31 credits (NEP 2020 / NCrF compliant) |
| Notional Hours | 310 hours total |
| Certification Body | nasscom IT-ITeS Sector Skills Council |
| Assessment Body | NSDC Authorized Assessment Partner |
| Alignment | FutureSkills Prime · Skill India · NSQF 2022 |
| NAAC Criteria | 1.3.3 · 3.3.1 · ABC Integration Eligible |
| GoI Incentive | ₹12,000 per eligible candidate (via PFMS) |
| Industry Sectors | IT · ITeS · Telecom · BFSI · Manufacturing |
Who is this program for?
Colleges, HoDs & Principals
Use nasscom CAC certificate as NAAC evidence under Criterion 1.3.3 & 3.3.1. Map syllabi to NOS standards. Fulfil ABC credit obligations for NEP 2020 compliance.
🎓 NAAC Evidence Provided
Placement Officers (TPOs)
nasscom-certified students are recognised by 300+ nasscom member companies. Higher offer-to-joining conversion from NSQF-aligned candidate profiles.
✅ 300+ nasscom Companies
Final Year Students & Freshers
Earn NSQF Level 7 certification, 31 ABC credits, and ₹12,000 GoI incentive via PFMS direct bank transfer on placement.
💰 ₹12K GoI Incentive
Working Professionals
Upskill with industry-recognised NSQF L7. nasscom member companies fast-track QP-certified profiles in hiring pipelines.
Corporates & HR Teams
Pre-screen candidates using nasscom QP credentials. Qualify for GoI incentives when upskilling existing workforce via NSDC-approved schemes.
Official NAAC Evidence Support for Higher Education Institutions
Earn a nasscom Curriculum Alignment Certificate (CAC) — accepted as NAAC audit evidence. Institutions gain credible documentation for accreditation and NEP 2020 compliance.
National Occupational Standards (NOS)
SSC/Q8302MandatorySSC/N8302
Configure and Manage Cloud Infrastructure
Configure cloud deployment models on AWS/Azure/GCP. Manage auto-scaling, load balancing and high-availability architectures to SLA targets.
90 hrs
MandatorySSC/N8301
Design Cloud Architecture Solutions
Develop cloud proposals, TCO models and feasibility reports. Present enterprise-grade cloud blueprints to stakeholders.
80 hrs
MandatorySSC/N8309
Cloud Security and Compliance Management
Implement zero-trust IAM, encryption at rest and in transit, WAF policies and SOC 2 / ISO 27001 compliance frameworks.
70 hrs
OptionalSSC/N8305
Manage Cloud Cost Optimisation
Apply FinOps principles, reserved instance planning, multi-cloud billing analysis and cost governance reporting.
40 hrs
OptionalSSC/N9001
Professional Skills for IT/ITeS Sector
Communication, teamwork, business ethics, documentation and professional conduct aligned to nasscom workplace standards.
30 hrs
What You'll Be Able To Do
8 outcomes01
Design scalable, resilient & fault-tolerant cloud architectures on AWS, Azure and GCP
02
Prepare cloud proposals and cost models for enterprise decision-makers
03
Implement cloud security architecture & enterprise compliance frameworks
04
Monitor performance, optimise costs and build observability pipelines
05
Build CI/CD pipelines using Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform and GitHub Actions
06
Apply disaster recovery and business continuity strategies at enterprise scale
07
Deliver a cloud migration capstone project with real enterprise data
08
Earn nasscom NSQF L7 certification — DigiLocker verified, industry recognised
Career Progression Pathway
🎓
Cloud Associate
NSQF L5
₹2.2–3L
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⚡
Cloud Developer
NSQF L6
₹3–5.4L
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☁️
Cloud Architect
NSQF L7
₹4.2–8.4L
← You are here
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🏆
Principal Architect
NSQF L8
₹7.2–14.4L
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🌐
Cloud CTO
₹18L+
Salary Benchmarks — Cloud Computing
India 2025–26| Job Role | NSQF Level | Annual Package | Market Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloud Associate | L5 | ₹2.2 – 3 LPA | 25% |
| Cloud Developer | L6 | ₹3 – 5.4 LPA | 45% |
| This QPCloud Architect | L7 | ₹4.2 – 8.4 LPA | 68% |
| Principal Architect | L8 | ₹7.2 – 14.4 LPA | 88% |
Source: nasscom Future of Work 2025 · IT-ITeS Sector Report · Naukri salary index
Government of India Incentive — ₹12,000 per Eligible Candidate
Via FutureSkills Prime · MeitY + nasscom · Disbursed through PFMS directly to learner's bank account
₹4,500
Training Fee Support
₹7,500
Post-Placement Incentive
PFMS
Direct Bank Transfer
Eligibility: Indian citizen, age 15–45. SC/ST, Women and Minority categories receive additional top-up benefits. First-time skill certification only. Valid Aadhaar + active bank account required for PFMS disbursement.
Curriculum & Syllabus
5 modulesSSC/Q8302
📚
5
Modules
🎯
8
Outcomes
📋
5
NOS Units
🏆
L7
NSQF
01
Cloud Proposal & Cost Modelling
5 topics
▾
02
Cloud Infrastructure Design & Deployment
5 topics
▾
03
Resilience & Security Architecture
6 topics
▾
04
Performance Monitoring & Observability
6 topics
▾
05
Enterprise Cloud Compliance & Governance
4 topics
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Want the full syllabus with NOS breakdowns & assessment pattern?
Constituent Workshops
2 workshopsComplete these nasscom-certified workshops to build the foundation for Cloud Architect. Each awards NSQF credits and ABC credits independently.
Cloud & DevOps Workshop
Cybersecurity & Cloud Security
Skills & Tech Stack
Cloud Platforms
AWSMicrosoft AzureGoogle Cloud
DevOps & Infrastructure
DockerKubernetesTerraformGitHub ActionsJenkinsAnsible
Monitoring & Security
CloudWatchGrafanaPrometheusZero-Trust IAMWAF / DDoSSOC 2 / ISO 27001
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Upcoming Batches
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Hyderabad · In-Person
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Online · Live + Recorded
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1 Sep 2026
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