Written as a monograph based on previous research conducted at Stanford University as well as in India, this document is concerned with the improvement of India's existing industrial education and training in relation to aims of industrial growth. Focusing on the need to achieve a consistency between the objectives of the industrial education and training system and those of the industrial sector, this monograph attempts an evaluative review of the Indian system and indicates problem areas requiring attention. Suggestions are offered for improving the effectiveness of the system that trains qualified manpower for industry, including an action-oriented program of skill formation in modern small industry in India. (Author)