PMKVY Short Term Training 2026: Free Skill Training, Certification & Placement
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Quick answer
PMKVY Short Term Training (STT) provides industry-aligned skill development, soft skills training, and placement support to unemployed youth and school/college dropouts. Eligible candidates aged 15 to 45 years receive NSQF-compliant training along with a 3-year accidental insurance cover. Applications are processed through affiliated PMKVY Training Centres.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹2 Lakh Kaushal Bima Accidental Insurance |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship |
| Level | Central Government |
| Age | 15–45 years |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Short Term Training (STT) component under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana is designed to skill first-time learners and reskill existing workers across India. Conducted at designated PMKVY Training Centres, the program delivers courses aligned with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF), covering 332 job roles across various sectors. Alongside core technical expertise, trainees learn English, employability skills, entrepreneurship, and digital and financial literacy. Training providers also provide placement support upon assessment completion, and candidates receive Kaushal Bima accidental insurance cover.
Benefits
- NSQF-aligned skill training covering 332 job roles across diverse sectors
- Provision for both fresh skilling for first-time learners and reskilling for existing workers
- Comprehensive modules covering soft skills, entrepreneurship, English, and digital and financial literacy
- Add-on bridge courses and language training aimed at international employment opportunities
- Placement assistance provided by training providers after successful assessment
- Three-year accidental insurance coverage (Kaushal Bima) of ₹2,00,000 for every certified candidate
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Must be a citizen of India
- Candidate must be aged between 15 and 45 years
- Must be a school or college dropout or currently unemployed
- Must possess a valid Aadhaar card and an Aadhaar-linked bank account
- Must satisfy the specific educational or role-based criteria defined by the awarding body for the chosen job role
Documents required
- Aadhaar card
- Aadhaar-linked bank account details
- Educational qualification certificates or mark sheets (as required by the specific job role)
How to apply
- 1Visit your nearest PMKVY Training Centre (TC) or Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra (PMKK).
- 2Select an available job role from the 332 approved skill sectors based on your educational background and interest.
- 3Submit your Aadhaar card and Aadhaar-linked bank account information to the training provider for offline registration.
- 4Complete the required training modules, bridge courses, and practical assessments.
- 5Receive your certification, 3-year Kaushal Bima insurance, and placement support upon successful assessment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for PMKVY Short Term Training?+
Candidates must be between 15 and 45 years of age to enroll in PMKVY Short Term Training.
How much accidental insurance cover is provided under PMKVY STT?+
Every certified candidate receives a three-year accidental insurance policy (Kaushal Bima) worth ₹2,00,000.
How many job roles are available under PMKVY STT?+
Training is offered across 332 job roles from various industry sectors.
Who is eligible to enroll in PMKVY STT?+
Indian citizens aged 15-45 years who are school/college dropouts or unemployed, possess an Aadhaar card with an Aadhaar-linked bank account, and fulfill the job role criteria are eligible.
What is the application mode for PMKVY Short Term Training?+
The application process is offline, carried out through recognized PMKVY Training Centres.
What additional subjects are taught along with core skill training?+
Apart from core NSQF skills, candidates receive training in soft skills, English, Employability & Entrepreneurship (EEE) modules, and digital and financial literacy.
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