The Indian Institute of Skiing & Mountaineering (IISM) Gulmarg, J&K, in collaboration with the Tourism Department of Ladakh, has announced two winter Snow Skiing Courses for Kargil and Drass this season. The initiative aims to promote adventure sports, enhance skill development, and provide local youth with professional training opportunities in snow skiing.
According to a notice issued by the Office of the Assistant Director Tourism, Kargil, 20 seats—10 in each course—are exclusively reserved for local participants.
Course Details
Course
Duration
Reserved Seats for Locals
Course Fee
1st Course
8th February to 21st February 2026 (14 days)
10
Rs. 5000
2nd Course
22nd February to 7th March 2026 (14 days)
10
Rs. 5000
Both courses are structured to provide world-class skiing training under certified instructors, helping youth build careers in adventure tourism and winter sports.
Required Documents for Registration
Interested candidates must submit the following documents:
Aadhar Card Two passport-size photographs Ski Course Certificate (from any government-recognized institute, if available) Demand Draft of Rs. 5000, drawn in favour of Pay and Accounts Officer, Ministry of Tourism, payable at RCC Srinagar
The documents must be submitted to the Office of the Assistant Director, Tourism Department, Kargil, on or before 6th December 2025, 2:00 PM.
Contact Information
For queries or further details, applicants may contact:
9469324210 6005497909 9797921763 9622592668
Administration Notes
The notice, issued by Muhammad Ali Tak, Assistant Director Tourism, Kargil, has also been forwarded to senior district officials, IISM Gulmarg, and media units for wide publicity to ensure maximum participation from local youth.
Purpose of the Initiative
This winter sports programme aligns with Ladakh’s broader goal of:
Promoting adventure tourism Creating skilled local professionals Boosting economic and sports-related opportunities Positioning Kargil and Drass as emerging winter sports hubs


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