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... Skills to Livelihood

Empowering Skills. Creating Livelihoods.

CERA is a Section 8 organisation committed to bridging the gap between education and employability through structured skill development and vocational training initiatives.

What We Do

Bridging the gap between education and employment through strategic interventions

Employment-enhancing vocational training

Comprehensive training programs designed to build job-ready skills.

  • Hands-on practical learning
  • Industry-certified trainers
  • Placement assistance support

Skill development aligned to industry needs

Curriculum tailored to meet current market demands.

  • Updated industry curriculum
  • Corporate partnerships
  • Real-world project exposure

Structured employability programs

End-to-end programs ensuring career readiness.

  • Soft skills training
  • Interview preparation
  • Career counseling sessions

Transparent CSR implementation

Clear reporting and outcome-oriented project execution.

  • Impact measurement reports
  • Regular stakeholder updates
  • Compliance & documentation
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About Us

Our Purpose

CERA exists to enable sustainable livelihoods by transforming academic potential into industry-ready capability. We focus on long-term capacity building rather than one-time assistance.

Our Approach

Identify deserving candidates

We find and select motivated individuals ready to transform their careers

Assess skill gaps and aptitude

Comprehensive evaluation to understand individual strengths and areas for development

Enable market-aligned training

Deliver industry-relevant training that meets current job market demands

Track outcomes and employability

Monitor progress and ensure successful transition into meaningful employment

Who We Serve

Young graduates and early-career professionals from commerce and accounting backgrounds seeking practical, job-oriented skills.

Why CERA

Trust, transparency, and impact-driven implementation

CSR-eligible programs under Schedule VII

Robust governance and compliance

Direct payment to institutions - no cash, no beneficiary payouts

Clear reporting and utilisation tracking

Impact Snapshot

Transforming lives through measurable outcomes

500+
Youth Trained
25+
Programs Delivered
15+
Corporate Partners
85%
Employment Rate
Employment and career opportunities

Creating Employment Opportunities

Connecting skilled youth with career pathways and corporate opportunities

Our Programs

Comprehensive initiatives designed for sustainable livelihood creation

Skill Development & Employability

Programs designed to build real-world competence through vocational training, certifications, and practical exposure.

Skill assessment & profiling
Vocational certifications
Job-oriented courses
Outcome tracking

Capacity Building

Focused initiatives that strengthen long-term employability and career progression through continuous learning.

Professional development
Industry exposure
Mentorship programs
Career guidance

CSR Partnership

CSR-Ready. Audit-Friendly. Impact-Focused. Partner with us to implement Schedule VII compliant programs.

Transparent governance
Structured utilisation
Periodic reporting
No conflict of interest

Training Programs

Comprehensive training including accounting tools, compliance exposure, certification support, and practical application.

Accounting tools training
Compliance exposure
Certification support
Practical application
Team training and collaboration

Team Training & Development

Collaborative learning environments that foster skill development and professional growth

Governance & Compliance

Built on principles of trust, transparency, and accountability

Transparency First

Section 8 Company
CSR-1 registered with ROC
Registered under 12A & 80G
Darpan registered

Financial Discipline

No cash transactions
Payments only to training institutions
Proper documentation & audit trail
Assessment and planning

Assessment & Planning

Strategic evaluation and structured implementation for maximum impact

Leadership

Led by experienced professionals from the finance and accounting ecosystem with deep industry insight and governance expertise

CA B E Kumar Prasad

Founding Member

CA S V Prakasha

Founding Member

CA Hari Sai

Founding Member

Mr. Narendra Babu

Founding Member

Mr. Prakash Bhat

Founding Member

Mr. Kiran Kumar

Founding Member

Partners

We collaborate with corporates (CSR partners), training institutions, professional bodies, and domain experts to create lasting impact in skill development and employability.

Let's Build Skills That Last

For partnerships, CSR collaboration, or program enquiries

Get in Touch

We're here to answer your questions and help you get started with your CSR initiatives or skill development programs.