Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi (PM-DAKSH)
PM-DAKSH offers 100% free skill training with stipends and placement support to SC, OBC, EWS, DNT, and Safai Mitra communities aged 18–45, covering trades like tailoring, food processing, beauty services, IT, and furniture making. All training costs are borne by the government, and candidates receive nationally recognized certification and job placement help. Register at the Skill India Digital Hub at skillindiadigital.gov.in to apply.
About This Scheme
PM-DAKSH offers 100% free skill training with stipends and placement support to SC, OBC, EWS, DNT, and Safai Mitra communities aged 18–45, covering trades like tailoring, food processing, beauty services, IT, and furniture making. All training costs are borne by the government, and candidates receive nationally recognized certification and job placement help. Register at the Skill India Digital Hub at skillindiadigital.gov.in to apply.
Full official description
The "Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi" (PM-DAKSH) scheme, launched by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India in 2020-21, is designed to uplift the marginalized sections of society by offering skill development programs. It targets SCs, OBCs, EWS, DNTs, and Safai Mitras, providing upskilling, reskilling, short-term training, and entrepreneurial development courses. The scheme aims to empower these groups by boosting their skills to improve their employability and income prospects. Training is aligned with the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF), and post-training support is provided for employment or self-employment opportunities.
Benefits
- 100% free training — fully funded by the government
- Monthly stipend during training:
- SC candidates: ₹1,500/month
- OBC/EWS/DNT candidates: ₹1,000/month
- Safai Mitras and Waste Pickers: ₹1,500/month
- Government-recognized national certification after successful assessment
- Placement support including job linkages and participation in Rozgar Melas
- Entrepreneurial Development Programmes (EDP) available for those with business aspirations
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be an Indian national aged 18–45
- Must belong to one of these groups: Scheduled Caste (SC), Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), Denotified or Nomadic Tribe (DNT), or Safai Mitra/Waste Picker
- OBC and EWS applicants: family annual income must be below ₹3,00,000
- SC, DNT, and Safai Mitras: no income limit
- Must have a valid Aadhaar card and an Aadhaar-linked bank account
How to Apply
Step 1: Visit the website of Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH). On top-right side, click on the "Register" button. Step 2: Choose "Learner/Participant" in next page. Step 3: Enter your mobile number. Click on "Continue". Step 4: Validate the OTP and set a password. Step 5: After login, validate your profile through e-KYC to complete the registration process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main objective of PM-DAKSH Yojana?
The main objective of the PM-DAKSH Yojana is to increase the skill levels of the target youth by providing them short term and long term skills, followed by assistance in wage/self-employment. Besides above, the skill levels of artisans would be enhanced through Upskilling/Reskilling programmes and enable them to increase their incomes within their practicing vocations.
Who is eligible for the PM-DAKSH Yojana?
Eligibility for the PM-DAKSH Yojana includes Indian citizens aged 18-45 years from SC, OBC, EWS, DNT, Safai Mitras, or Waste Pickers groups. OBC and EWS candidates must have a family income below Rs. 3 lakh, while there is no income limit for SC, DNT, or Safai Mitras/Waste Pickers.
Who is the appropriate authority to issue Occupation Certificate for a Safai Karamachari or their dependants?
Local Revenue Officer/Local Municipal Officer/Cantonment Executive Officer/ Railway Officer, Head of the Govt. Departments (i.e. Schools, Colleges, Forest, Health, Education, Animal Husbandry) having rank not less than Gazetted Officer, Elected Members of Municipal Body, Pradhan of Gram Panchayats and Regional Managers of Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)/Public Sector Banks (PSBs).
What is the age criterion for Skill Development Training Programmes under PM-DAKSH Yojana?
Persons between the ages of 18-45 years are eligible for undergoing skill development training programs under PM-DAKSH Yojana.
What types of Skill Development Training Programmes are available under PM-DAKSH Yojana?
There are following types of skill development training programmes under PM-DAKSH Yojana; (i) Up-skilling/Re-skilling, (ii) Short Term Training Programmes, (iii) Entrepreneurship Development Programmes.
Whether a person can take training more than one time?
No. A person is eligible to undergo training under skill development training programme only once.
Whether a person can participate in More than one Skill Training Programmes simultaneously?
No. A person is allowed to participate only in one skill development training program.
How long is the training period?
The duration of the training varies; upskilling programs are approximately 35 hours, while short-term courses can be up to 1200 hours.
How can one register for the PM-DAKSH Yojana?
Eligible individuals must register on the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) for the PM-DAKSH Yojana.
What is the minimum attendance required to be eligible for assessments?
Candidates must have at least 70% attendance to be eligible to appear in the assessments.
Is there a provision for re-assessment?
Yes, every candidate will be offered one chance for re-assessment.
Is there any cost for the re-assessment?
No, the re-assessment is free of cost.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
- Passport Size photograph
- Caste/community certificate
- Income certificate, if applicable
- Proof of age
- Residence proof
- Educational Qualification certificates
- Occupation Certificate in case Safai Mitras including waster pickers
- Bank account details/Bank Passbook (Aadhaar linked bank account)
- Any other documents as required