Endeavour To Empower-Skill Development (EESD) 2026: Free Market Skilling, Eligibility & Apply
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Quick answer
Endeavour To Empower-Skill Development (EESD) is a Mission Youth initiative in Jammu and Kashmir that sponsors market-driven vocational training for local youth. Eligible individuals aged 18 to 35 can undertake short-term professional courses to improve their employability or start independent ventures. Candidates can apply online via the Mission Youth portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Free market-driven skill training for youth |
| Ministry / department | Department of Labour and Employment |
| Level | State Government (Jammu and Kashmir) |
| Age | 18–35 years |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
Administered by Mission Youth under the Department of Labour and Employment, the Endeavour To Empower-Skill Development programme aims to build a skilled workforce and promote independent livelihoods in Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative partners with public institutions and private training entities to offer quality training aligned with emerging industry requirements and the 'Be Vocal for Local' initiative. Courses span between 3 weeks and 5 months, with dedicated industry tie-ups such as JKEDI for entrepreneurship and BSE Limited for the financial services sector.
Benefits
- Fully sponsored market-driven skill training lasting between 3 weeks and 5 months.
- Skill development in key sectors including Tourism, IT, handicrafts, Retail, Agriculture, and Construction.
- Specialised entrepreneurship training in partnership with JKEDI for aspiring business owners.
- Banking, financial services, and insurance sector training in collaboration with BSE Limited.
- 40% of sanctioned training seats reserved specifically for female candidates.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a resident youth of Jammu and Kashmir aged between 18 and 35 years.
- Must have passed the qualifying examination prescribed for the selected course.
- Applicant must not have completed any skilling programme under any other government scheme.
- Can avail the benefit of this scheme only once.
- Must attend all mandatory sessions; mid-way dropouts face full recovery of training costs.
Who cannot apply
- Candidates who have already completed skill training under any government scheme.
- Candidates who have previously availed benefits under the EESD scheme.
Documents required
- Mark sheet or certificate of the prescribed qualifying examination.
- Age proof document confirming the candidate is between 18 and 35 years.
- Jammu and Kashmir residence proof or domicile certificate.
How to apply
- 1Go to the official Mission Youth Jammu and Kashmir portal at missionyouthjk.in.
- 2Open the Youth Data Bank registration link.
- 3Complete the registration form by filling in your basic personal and academic details.
- 4Select the desired Endeavour To Empower training course and submit your application.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the EESD scheme?+
Youth residing in Jammu and Kashmir aged between 18 and 35 years who hold the required educational qualification for the selected trade and have not previously completed government-sponsored skill training are eligible.
What is the duration of the training programmes?+
The training courses under this scheme range from 3 weeks to 5 months, depending on the chosen sector and trade.
Is there any seat reservation for women?+
Yes, 40% of the sanctioned seats are reserved for female candidates. If sufficient female applicants are not available, the remaining seats are offered to male candidates.
What happens if a candidate leaves the course midway?+
Candidates must attend all mandatory classes. If a candidate leaves midway, the entire training cost will be recovered conjointly from the candidate and the institute.
Can someone who received skill training under another government scheme apply?+
No, candidates who have already completed skill training under any government scheme are not eligible.
Which sectors are covered under this scheme?+
Trainings are conducted in Tourism, IT, handicrafts, Retail, Agriculture, Construction, Entrepreneurship (with JKEDI), and Banking, Insurance, and Finance (with BSE Limited).
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