Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0: In 2015, the Government of India launched the Prime Minister’s Skill Development Scheme (PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana) to train youth and provide them with employable skills. Now, the fourth edition of this scheme (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0) has arrived. Under the fourth edition, 10 lakh youth will be provided with employable skills through training over the next two years. Let’s explore what’s new in this edition of the scheme.
Discussions with 12 Ministries Underway
A senior government official told the Economic Times that the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has started talks with 12 central ministries. These ministries will provide skill training to youth under various government schemes. Some programs have already begun, and talks are continuing with other ministries to provide additional skills training.
The discussions include providing skill training through government programs like the Vibrant Village Program from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Vikalp (VIKALP) from the Ministry of Women and Child Development, the Semiconductor Mission from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, and Green Hydrogen & PM Surya Ghar Yojana from the Ministry of Renewable Energy. Depending on the skills, youth will also receive short training courses or certifications that will help them find employment.
About PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana
PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is a government scheme designed to provide skill training to unemployed youth across India. This initiative aims to give youth free training in 40 different sectors such as construction, electronics, food processing, furniture and fitting, handicrafts, gems and jewellery, and leather technology.
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Required Documents for Application
To avail of this scheme, applicants need the following documents:
- PAN card
- Aadhaar card
- School certificate
- Residence certificate
- Passport-sized photo
- High school/intermediate mark sheet
- Voter ID
- Bank passbook
As part of PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0, we are offering skilling in AI, robotics, IoT, & drones sector.
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Eligibility Criteria for PMKVY
The PMKVY scheme is open to individuals who are:
- 10th or 12th pass or dropouts
- Unemployed or without a steady source of income
- Possessing basic knowledge of Hindi and English
How to Apply for PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana
To apply for the PMKVY scheme, follow these steps:
- Visit the official website: pmkvyofficial.org
- Fill in details like your name, address, and email.
- For further information, you can call the helpline at 8800055555.