Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana: In News
The Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) pulled up the government over its flagship skilling programme the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
- Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana is a skill development programme launched by the government of India in 2015.
- It aims to empower the youth of India to engage in industry relevant skill training and secure a better livelihood.
- It is being implemented by the National Skill Development Corporations in partnership with multiple stakeholders.
Eligibility Criteria of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana:
- Age Limit: Candidates aged 14 to 35 years are generally eligible for PMKVY training programs.
- Nationality: Applicants must be Indian citizens to qualify for the scheme.
- Educational Qualifications: PMKVY caters to individuals from diverse educational backgrounds, including those without formal education.
- Employment Status: Priority is given to unemployed or underemployed individuals to enhance their employability.
- Aadhar Card: An Aadhar card is often a mandatory requirement for applying to PMKVY programs.
Features of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana:
- Updated Skill Training: Industry experts are consulted regularly in order to ensure that updated skill training is provided according to industry demands.
- Short Term Courses: Short term training courses make it easy for people to acquire new skills within a short period of time.
- Recognition to Prior Learning: It is also acknowledged through certification without undergoing the same training.
- Placement Assistance: The scheme also aims to provide placement assistance for all the candidates trained in a certain skill.
