Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)

Central GovtCategory: Skill DevelopmentMinistry: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

Free short-term skill training (200-600 hours) in 250+ job roles across 37 sectors. NSDC certification with placement assistance.

Eligibility criteria

  • 15-45

How to apply

Application mode: online · Official application portal

  1. Find nearest training centre at pmkvyofficial.org — Centre identified
  2. Register and start course — Enrolled
  3. Pass assessment for NSDC certificate — Certificate issued
  4. Receive placement assistance — Job placement

Required documents

Required

  • Aadhaar Card — 12-digit UIDAI identification (Original or photocopy)
  • Passport-Size Photograph — Recent (JPEG/PNG)

Optional

  • Educational Certificate — Highest qualification (Original)

Official source: https://www.pmkvyofficial.org/#pmkvy

Last verified: 23 June 2026

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Compatibility with other schemes

Compatible schemes

You can claim this scheme alongside the following schemes.

  • National Career Service (NCS) — NCS hosts placement opportunities for PMKVY-certified candidates