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Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)

Free skill training in 250+ trades + government certification + Rs 8,000 placement assistance. * Indian citizen, age 15-45 (varies by scheme) * Currently.

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 +metatag-description=(Free skill training in 250+ trades + government certification + Rs 8,000 placement assistance. * Indian citizen, age 15-45 (varies by scheme) * Currently.)
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 +====== Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) ======
 +{{:social:auto:yojana-pmkvy-skill-india.png?direct&1200 |Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) — RTI Wiki}}
 +
 +<WRAP info>
 +**Free 200-600 hour skill training + government certification + Rs 8,000 post-training assistance.**
 +
 +**Launched:** 2015  ·  **Issued by:** Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Who is eligible =====
 +  * Indian citizen, age 15-45 (varies by scheme)
 +  * Currently unemployed OR underemployed
 +  * Aadhaar + bank account
 +  * 8th-12th class education (varies by trade)
 +
 +===== What you get =====
 +Free training in 250+ trades (carpentry, electrician, beautician, retail, hospitality, healthcare, IT, etc.). Government-recognised certification (NSQF-aligned). Stipend of Rs 1,500-3,000/month during training. Rs 8,000 placement assistance. Free hostel for women trainees.
 +
 +===== How to apply (step-by-step) =====
 +  - **Find empanelled training center** — pmkvyofficial.org → search by trade + city.
 +  - **Submit application** — Online or at center — Aadhaar + photo + qualification.
 +  - **Counselling + selection** — Center assesses fit for trade.
 +  - **Free training (200-600 hours)** — Practical + theory; stipend during.
 +  - **Assessment + certification** — NSQF-recognised cert.
 +  - **Placement assistance** — Center connects to employers; Rs 8,000 post-placement support.
 +
 +===== Documents needed =====
 +  * Aadhaar
 +  * 10th/12th certificate
 +  * Bank account
 +  * Caste cert (if applicable for fee waiver)
 +
 +===== Timeline =====
 +Course duration: 200-600 hours over 1-3 months. Placement: 30 days post-cert.
 +
 +===== Portal + helpline =====
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://pmkvyofficial.org|pmkvyofficial.org]]
 +  * **Helpline:** PMKVY: 1800-123-9626
 +
 +===== Common issues =====
 +  * Center not empanelled — verify on official portal first.
 +  * Trade not available locally — relocate or wait for next batch.
 +  * Stipend not credited — Aadhaar-bank linkage issue.
 +  * Placement weak — center rating matters; choose top-rated.
 +
 +===== Benefit delayed or rejected? File an RTI =====
 +
 +Most "delays" or "rejections" clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:
 +
 +<code>
 +1. Status of my application no. _____ dated _____ as on date.
 +2. Name + designation of dealing officer assigned to my file.
 +3. Reasons for delay beyond the statutory timeline.
 +4. Copy of any noting / movement of my file in the past 30 days.
 +5. Likely date of disbursement / decision.
 +</code>
 +
 +**Auto-fill the PIO + your case:** [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Open the AI RTI Drafter →]]
 +
 +**More schemes for you:** [[:audience:students|All students schemes]]
 +
 +===== Frequently asked questions =====
 +==== Is training free? ====
 +Yes — full free + stipend during training.
 +
 +==== Will I get a job? ====
 +Placement assistance provided. Cert is recognised but employers decide.
 +
 +==== Can I do multiple trades? ====
 +Yes — sequentially. Each adds to skill profile.
 +
 +==== Stipend stuck > 30 days? ====
 +File RTI to NSDC + State Skill Mission.
 +
 +===== Summary + next step =====
 +
 +<WRAP center round tip 90%>
 +**Bottom line:** Free 200-600 hour skill training + government certification + Rs 8,000 post-training assistance. Apply at **pmkvyofficial.org**. If delayed beyond timeline, file an RTI — most cases clear within 15 days.
 +
 +  * **Apply now:** [[https://pmkvyofficial.org|pmkvyofficial.org]]
 +  * **If delayed — RTI Drafter:** [[:citizen-rti-playbook|File RTI in 5 minutes]]
 +  * **Browse all 150 yojanas:** [[:yojana:start|Sarkari Yojana index]]
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Related =====
 +  * [[:yojana:start|All 150 Sarkari Yojanas]]
 +  * [[:check-status:start|25 status-check guides]]
 +  * [[:documents:start|30 documents-required checklists]]
 +  * [[:how-to-apply:start|25 how-to-apply guides]]
 +  * [[:rejection-recovery:start|16 rejection-recovery guides]]
 +  * [[:audience:start|10 audience-hub schemes]]
 +  * [[:helplines:start|32 helplines + grievance routes]]
 +  * [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Full RTI Playbook]]
 +
 +===== Sources =====
 +  * Official portal: pmkvyofficial.org
 +  * Issued by: Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
 +  * Launched: 2015
 +  * Citizen feedback via [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html|%%AwaazRTI%%]] (composite, identifying details removed)
 +
 +//Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.//
 +
 +{{tag>yojana sarkari-yojana pmkvy-skill-india}}