Dastkar Prashikshan (ITI) Scheme 2026: Skill Training & Admission Process
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Quick answer
The Dastkar Prashikshan scheme provides 1 to 2-year vocational and skill training at district ITIs in Uttarakhand to help youth secure private-sector jobs or set up self-employment ventures. Eligible candidates who have passed Class 8 or Class 10 can apply online during the annual admission window. Final admission is granted through merit-based online counselling.
At a glance
| Main benefit | 1 or 2-year ITI skill training |
| Ministry / department | Skill Development and Employment Department |
| Level | State Government (Uttarakhand) |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
Initiated by the Department of Skill Development and Employment, Government of Uttarakhand, the Dastkar Prashikshan scheme equips youth with practical trade skills through district Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). By offering courses spanning one to two years, the initiative aims to enhance employability and foster entrepreneurship across the state. Trainees gain hands-on industrial competencies that prepare them for technical careers in the private sector or for running their own artisan and trade enterprises.
Benefits
- Structured skill training provided across district Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in Uttarakhand.
- Direct pathways connecting youth with private-sector jobs and self-employment opportunities.
- Course curriculum spanning a duration of either 1 year or 2 years depending on the chosen trade.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
- The candidate must have passed Class 8 or Class 10.
- The candidate must be able to pay the prescribed fee, currently fixed at ₹4,000 per annum.
Who cannot apply
- Applicants who are not residents of Uttarakhand are not eligible.
- Candidates who have not passed at least Class 8 cannot apply.
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- Permanent Residence Certificate
- Class 8 or Class 10 Marksheet or Certificate
- Reservation Certificate (if applicable)
- Bank Account Details
- Active Mobile Number
How to apply
- 1Look out for the admission notification published by the department between July and September each year.
- 2Visit the official application portal at www.vpputtarakhand.in.
- 3Fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and contact details.
- 4Upload the required documents, including your Aadhaar card and residence certificate.
- 5Participate in the merit-based online counselling session to secure final admission.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the Dastkar Prashikshan scheme?+
Any resident youth of Uttarakhand who has passed Class 8 or Class 10 is eligible to apply.
What is the duration of the ITI training?+
The training duration is either 1 year or 2 years, depending on the specific trade.
What is the fee for the Dastkar Prashikshan training?+
The training fee is currently fixed at ₹4,000 per annum.
Where will the training be held?+
Training is conducted at various district Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across Uttarakhand.
When does the admission process start?+
Admissions are conducted every year between July and September.
How are candidates selected for admission?+
Final admission is granted through an online counselling process based on merit.
What is the official website to apply?+
Eligible candidates can apply online through www.vpputtarakhand.in.
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