MS-CIT New Center
Registration

star Regarding Preference

• MKCL will give preference to existing super-performing MS-CIT ALCs and Exclusive KLiC ALCs (as per MKCL criteria communicated from time to time). Preference will be given to existing super-performing ALC, if they apply for another new center in the same DCU region or District. Application from existing super-performing ALC to open new Center in another District will not be given any preference.
• Existing Super Performing ALC has to follow all the guidelines as mentioned on website and complete the process as per stipulated guidelines.
• All terms and conditions about MS-CIT new center registration process 2026 are also applicable to Existing Super Performing ALC.

payment Regarding Payment & Refund

• AO has to pay the stipulated amount only as mentioned on MS-CIT new center registration process 2026 website.
• AO has to pay the stipulated amount through MKCL Payment gateway and wallet. No need to pay the amount in cash to any network partners or MKCL.
• AO should not pay any amount to any network partner or any third person in directly or indirect manner. AO should pay only stipulated amount as mentioned by MKCL through official gateway and process only.
• If any person asks for additional amount at any stage, please do not pay the same. Also inform the same to MKCL at ncr@mkcl.org.
• If any AO pays additional amount to any person direct or indirect manner, then MKCL will not be responsible in any case.
• Regarding Refund: If any AO does not comply the process at respective steps within schedule at their end, then MKCL will not refund any amount (such as Processing fee, Registration Fee, Performance Guarantee Amount, etc.) to concern AO in any condition.

Important Instructions for Applicant Organization (AO)

• Applicant Organization (AO) should read all the instructions and process details before applying for MS-CIT Center Registration Process 2026.
• MKCL has finalized the Open Area list based on the following factors: Existing MKCL Centers presence in that area, Existing MKCL Centers business catchment area, Business potential of that area, Requirement of a specific area.
• Please note that, in some Open Area cases, we have kept the complete City / Town / Tehsil as Open Area. But we will allow the center at only specific locations depending upon the Business Potential of that area.
• Please note that applying from Open Area does not mean that Applicant Organization's application is considered for further process.
• Applicant Organization (AO) has to apply for MS-CIT Registration Process (NCR) from Open Area only.
• If AO applies from any area which is not an Open Area, then AO's application will not be considered in any case.
• Applicant Organizations (AO) request to add any additional Open Area will not be considered in any condition.
• If Applicant Organization (AO) gets MKCL recommendation for the proposed AO location, then it does not mean that they become MKCL's Authorized Learning Center (ALC).
• MKCL reserves the right to add, edit, or delete Open Areas from time to time without giving any reason or intimation.
• In the case of Educational Institute, AO must apply with their School/College/Institute name only.
• If any Applicant Organization (AO) tries to contact directly or indirectly to MKCL by email, letter, telephone, social media, etc., then we will reject the application.
• Applicant Organization (AO) must complete the registration process within the schedule as stipulated by MKCL.
• It is the responsibility of the Applicant Organization (AO) to visit the portal & log in and keep themselves updated about the process and schedule.
• MKCL will communicate with AO only on their registered email ID and mobile number.
• MKCL may change schedule from time to time or may extend schedule based on situation.
• AO has to attend the Orientation Meeting (Online/Offline) to understand the details of the offerings and processes.
• AO has to follow the schedule of the OnCeT Examination strictly.
• For OnCeT and the interview process, we may do the recording through CCTV or camera.
• OnCeT and process schedule will be available on the website only.
• If more than one AO has applied from the same location/area, then: MKCL will rank the AOs based on Total Score. If the Total Score is same, then the following logic will apply: AO having the highest OnCeT score in Learning Facilitator's Exam will be eligible for further process. If still there is a tie, then AO having the highest OnCeT score in Center Coordinator's Exam will be eligible for further process. If still there is a tie, then AO having the highest interview score will be eligible for further process. If still there is a tie, then AO will be selected through a Lucky Draw System.
• If the same Learning Facilitator (Faculty) is registered from more than one AO, then MKCL will cancel the application.
• If the same Learning Facilitator (Faculty) is already registered from existing MS-CIT ALC, then MKCL will cancel the application.
• If the same Center Coordinator is registered from more than one AO, then MKCL will cancel the application.
• If the same Center Coordinator is already registered from existing MS-CIT ALC, then MKCL will cancel the application.
• MKCL will communicate with the eligible AOs to prepare the center setup.
• If an eligible AO's center setup is not as per the norms specified by MKCL, then we will reject the application.
• If eligible AO will not prepare setup and complete other processes as per norms within schedule then MKCL will not refund any amount.
• If any eligible AO will just try to occupy the location and not complete the process within schedule then MKCL will not refund any amount.
• If the location provided by the AO at the time of application is different from the location at the time of center visit, then we will not give the authorization.
• If any AO do the readiness of all/few things after schedule as mentioned in process then MKCL will not consider such application.
• Authorization as MS-CIT ALC shall be given subject to completion of all the prescribed procedural formalities and submission of all the requisite documents.
• Once MKCL gives final approval for a specific AO to become ALC at a specific location, then that ALC will not be able to change the location for the next 3 consecutive years.
• If any ALC changes the location within 3 years, then that ALC's authorization may be cancelled/terminated with immediate effect.
• In case of termination or discontinuation or cancelation of Authorisation of ALC then MKCL will not refund any amount.
• In case AO got rejected in between the MS-CIT New Center Registration Process, then their applicable refund will be processed between August 15-31, 2026.
• Those Applicant Organizations (AO) who will become ALC for the year 2026: Their authorization will be valid for the period of 1st July 2026 to 31st December 2026.
• Eligible ALC has to apply for renewal for the year 2027 by paying requisite fees and other criteria.
• ALC will be able to enroll admissions from July 2026 onwards.
• MKCL reserves the right of granting and/or rejecting authorization to any applicant(s), without assigning any reason(s) whatsoever to anyone.

Open Area Rules

• Applicant Organization (AO) can apply for MS-CIT Registration Process (NCR) from Open Area only.
• If AO will apply from any other area which is not an Open Area (as published by MKCL), then AO's application will not be considered in any case.
• Applicant Organization's (AO) request to add any additional Open Area will not be considered in any condition. MKCL will finalize the Open Area list based on market potential in that specific area.
• MKCL reserves the right to add/edit/delete the Open Area list at any time during the process without giving any reason.
• Applicant Organization has to keep on checking the updated Open Area list on www.mkcl.org/register website only. MKCL will not communicate to individual AOs regarding addition/deletion of Open Area in any case through any other communication medium.

1. Counselling Area

• Counselling Table and Chair arrangement
• 1 Computer for showing offering demo (Optional)
• Notice / Display Board
• Enquiry Register

2. Lecture Room — Computer Laboratory

• Proper Ventilation & required cooling arrangements (Fan, Cooler, etc.)
• Adequate light arrangements
• Suitable furniture for installing computers
• Comfortable seating arrangements
  • Ergonomically designed chairs to enable learners to seat comfortably
  • Seating Stools are not allowed
• Writing Board
• Proper wiring of electric and network cables
• Air conditioning facility (optional)
• Cleanliness of Center

3. Miscellaneous Areas and Facilities

• Clean Toilet
• Drinking Water Facility
• Staff Room (Optional)
• Suggestion Box
• Library (Optional)
• Footwear Stand (Optional)
• Parking (Optional)
• Fire Extinguisher (Optional)
• Asset Insurance (Optional)

4. Human Resources

• ID Cards for Staff (Optional)
• Uniform for Staff (Optional)

devices Peripherals

wifi LAN & Internet

assignment Refund Process (In case of Rejection / Incomplete Application)

• Non-Compliance = No Refund: If any AO does not comply the process at respective steps within schedule at their end, then MKCL will not refund any amount (such as Processing fee, Registration Fee, Performance Guarantee Amount, etc.) to concern AO in any condition.
• Withdrawal Process: AO has to apply for 'Withdrawal' through the CPN process.
• Refund Calculation: AO will get the refundable amount after deduction of the processing fee & another requisite amount (If Any).
• Processing through SOLAR: The Refundable amount will get processed through SOLAR & it will be refunded to AO's bank account through an online refund application from SOLAR login.
• Bank Account Registered at Application: The bank account details provided by AO during the application on SOLAR will be considered for transferring this refund. AO has to ensure the correctness of the filled bank account to get the refundable amount in due time.
• Rejection Refund Window: In case AO gets rejected by MKCL or not eligible due to process (before the ALC code gets generated), then only their applicable refund amount will be processed during the period of August 15-31, 2026.
• Center Setup Forfeiture: MKCL will inform eligible AOs to prepare a center setup. In any circumstances, if any eligible AO will not prepare their center set up in due time, then AO will not get the refund any amount (i.e. Processing fee, registration Fee and Performance Guarantee Amount) and that total paid amount will get forfeited.
• Registered Account Only: AO will get the applicable refundable amount only in the account registered by AO at the time of the registration process. MKCL will not make payments through other means like cheques, DD, etc.
• Single Account for Refund: MKCL will not consider any other bank account for the refund process. MKCL will not be responsible for any wrong account details provided by AO in SOLAR login or rejection of payment due to various reasons.
• No Refund if Authorized: MKCL will not refund any amount (such as Processing fee, Registration Fee, Security deposit, etc.) in case AO become Authorized Learning Center (ALC).
• Bank Rejection Delays: MKCL will not be responsible for the delayed payment due to rejection from the bank. In such cases, it will take an additional 1 month to process the refund subject to correct bank account details.
• UPS Payment Mode Only: Payments will be done through UPS mode only.

Process Overview

1. MKCL will create a login for every AO in MKCL's Network Partner Management Framework i.e. SOLAR.
2. MKCL will create an Advance Account (e-Wallet) for every AO which is called 'SOLAR-Advance-Account'.
3. AO has to transfer the amount in their SOLAR-Advance-Account by EPI, NEFT, or UPS.
4. Once the amount has been successfully transferred in SOLAR-Advance-Account (e-Wallet), AO will be able to utilize the same to make various payments like Processing fees, Registration fees, Performance Guarantee Amount, etc.
5. Transfer/Transaction charges must be borne by AO/ALC (NEFT, EPI, or UPS).

help Frequently Asked Questions

undo How to Get Refund from SOLAR Advance Account

AO/ALC can take the refund of the balance available in ALC/AO's SOLAR Advance Account, if required. AO/ALCs need to apply for an Advance Refund from their SOLAR login to get this refund amount in their bank account.