Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has reported significant progress under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and other skill development schemes. Since 2015, over 16 million candidates have been trained under PMKVY, with a focus on aligning skills with industry demands. The government has implemented various
Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) oversees the Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) through Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) to enhance youth skills. Currently, there are 14,615 ITIs in India, with 3,316 government and 11,299 private institutions. The administration of ITIs is managed by state governments, while
Skill Development
The Government of India is enhancing youth employability through the Skill India Mission (SIM), which provides skill training via various schemes like PMKVY, JSS, NAPS, and CTS. The initiatives focus on aligning skills with industry demands, promoting women's participation, and ensuring quality through regulatory bodies. Significant funding has
NFDC
The National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC) has announced a free 8-month residential training program in 3D Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) for 100 candidates from the North Eastern states of India. The program, which includes classroom instruction and on-the-job training, aims to empower youth from economically disadvantaged regions
iGOT Karmayogi
On August 1, 2025, Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh chaired a review meeting on the iGOT Karmayogi platform, focusing on digital skill development in the fisheries sector. The meeting highlighted the platform's success in onboarding personnel and discussed improvements in usability, course offerings, and hybrid learning models.
PM MITRA
The Indian government has announced the establishment of PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks at seven locations across the country, with a total investment of Rs. 4,445 crore aimed at creating approximately 20 lakh jobs by 2027-28. The initiative is part of a broader strategy
Textile Sector
The Indian government has approved the establishment of seven PM MITRA Parks across various states to enhance the textile sector's competitiveness. Infrastructure development worth Rs 1,197.33 crore is underway, with significant financial assistance provided to modernize the handloom and handicrafts sectors. The Samarth scheme aims to
Food Processing
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is implementing schemes to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST/OBC categories, including the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) and the PM Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme. These initiatives include reduced financial requirements and training programs aimed at enhancing skills
Women Entrepreneurship
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) launched the Swavalambini Women Entrepreneurship Programme in February 2025, targeting 1200 female students across six states. The program includes multi-stage training, mentorship, and support to foster entrepreneurship among women. It aims to empower young women to become job creators and contribute to
Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) under India's Skill India Mission is enhancing the workforce's capabilities by providing training in future skills such as AI, Robotics, and Digital Marketing. Initiatives include the introduction of new job roles, apprenticeship programs, partnerships with tech companies, and
Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) under the Skill India Mission (SIM) aims to enhance employability through skill training and certification. The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) component under PMKVY assesses skills acquired informally, aligning them with National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) standards. The process includes rigorous assessments
industrial training institutes
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) oversees 14,615 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in India, comprising 3,316 government and 11,299 private institutions. The Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) is implemented through these ITIs, which are managed by state governments while the central government sets policies for affiliation