Yes, the certificate is valid across India and recognized by government bodies as proof of skill proficiency. However, for specific government job vacancies, you must check the eligibility criteria of that particular role.
Industry recruiters prefer skilled youth because they are "Day 1 Ready." Since your training at ICA follows the Qualification Pack (QP) set by the Sector Skill Councils, companies know you don't need retraining.
Your enrollment and training progress are recorded on the Skill India Portal. NSDC and the Sector Skill Council (SSC) monitor attendance and assessments to ensure quality before awarding the certificate.