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15th November 2024 (9 Topics)

MATES Scheme

Context

Australia has introduced a new migration initiative, the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES), which provides Indian university graduates and early-career professionals with an opportunity to work in Australia for a period of up to two years.

What is MATES Scheme?

  • This scheme is part of the broader Migration and Mobility Partnership Arrangement (MMPA) between India and Australia.
    • MMPA is a bilateral framework that supports and promotes two-way migration and mobility between the two countries while addressing issues pertaining to illegal and irregular migration.
  • The MATES program is designed to encourage young professionals to enhance their skills, gain international work experience, and contribute to sectors critical to both countries, including renewable energy, mining, engineering, and more.

Key Features of the MATES Scheme

Eligibility Criteria: To apply for the MATES scheme, candidates must meet several specific requirements:

  • Age: Applicants must be aged 30 years or younger at the time of application.
  • Previous Participation: The scheme is open only to those who have not previously participated in the MATES program.
  • Educational Qualification: Applicants must have graduated within two years of the application date from an eligible educational institution. A bachelor’s degree or higher qualification is required, with degrees in the following fields being prioritized:
    • Renewable Energy
    • Mining
    • Engineering
    • Information Communications Technology (ICT)
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
    • Financial Technology (FinTech)
    • Agricultural Technology (AgriTech)
  • English Language Proficiency: Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the English language, with a minimum score of 6 in IELTS or an equivalent exam. Additionally, candidates must score at least 5 in each module of the test (speaking, reading, writing, and listening).
  • Eligible Universities: Graduates from the top 100 Indian universities, as per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, are eligible to apply.

No Employer Sponsorship Required: Applicants do not need a job offer or sponsorship from an Australian employer to apply.

Fact Box:

National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024

  • The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) was launched by the Minister of Human Resource Development in 2015. This framework outlines a methodology to rank institutions across the country.
  • The NIRF Rankings assess institutions based on five broad parameters:
    • Teaching, Learning, and Resources (TLR)
    • Research and Professional Practice (RP)
    • Graduation Outcomes (GO)
    • Outreach and Inclusivity (OI)
    • Perception (PR)

2024 Ranking

  • Top Colleges: Hindu College, Delhi, leads the list of top colleges, followed by Miranda House, Delhi, and St. Stephen's College, Delhi. This marks a change from last year’s rankings where Miranda House was at the top.
  • Overall Rankings: IIT Madras retains its position as the top institution overall for the sixth consecutive year, while the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, is ranked as the best university.
  • Category Expansion: Along with the regular 13 categories, the NIRF 2024 rankings have also been introduced for
    • Open universities
    • Skill universities
    • State-funded government universities
  • Top Institutions by Category:
    • Engineering: IIT Madras
    • Management: IIM-Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta are in the top five.
    • University: Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru.
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