Rajasthan Skill Development Training 2026: Free Vocational Courses for Tribal Youth
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Quick answer
The Skill Development Training scheme in Rajasthan provides tribal youth with free vocational training across 33 sectors to build sustainable livelihoods. It offers both residential and non-residential options, aiming to place at least half of the trainees into jobs or self-employment. Eligible applicants can apply offline through their local tribal development or Zila Parishad offices.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Training in 175 modules across 33 sectors |
| Ministry / department | Tribal Area Development Department |
| Level | State Government (Rajasthan) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
Started in 2015-16 by the Tribal Area Development Department of Rajasthan, this initiative seeks to boost self-reliance and employability among young men and women from Scheduled Tribes. Trainees can pick from 175 course modules spanning fields like information technology, healthcare, construction, electrical work, and garment making. The programme provides both lodging and day-scholar setups and works actively to connect at least 50% of participants to direct jobs or entrepreneurial opportunities.
Benefits
- Vocational training across 175 modules in 33 diverse sectors, including Computer Hardware, IT, Security, Garment Making, Automobile, Construction, Fashion Designing, Hospitality, Electricals, Agriculture, Medical, and Nursing.
- Employment and self-employment linkage support targeted for at least 50% of trained candidates.
- Flexible training models offering both residential and non-residential options.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Must be a young man or woman belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community.
- Must be a resident of a tribal majority area in Rajasthan.
Documents required
- Copy of Caste Certificate (Mandatory)
- Copy of Domicile Certificate (Mandatory)
- Copy of Aadhaar Card (Mandatory)
- Copy of Educational Qualification Marksheet or Certificate
How to apply
- 1Collect or write the application form for the Skill Development Training scheme.
- 2Attach self-attested copies of your Aadhaar card, ST caste certificate, domicile certificate, and educational marksheets.
- 3If residing in a Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) district, submit the completed application to the Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner of the Tribal Area Development Department.
- 4If residing in a Non-Sub-Plan area district, submit the application to the office of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Zila Parishad.
- 5Obtain an acknowledgement receipt upon submission for your records.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Skill Development Training scheme?+
Young men and women belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community who reside in tribal majority areas of Rajasthan are eligible.
How many courses and sectors are available under this scheme?+
The scheme provides training across 175 modules spread over 33 distinct industry sectors.
Is the training residential or non-residential?+
Both residential and non-residential training arrangements are provided under the programme.
Does the scheme guarantee a job after course completion?+
The programme aims to connect at least 50% of the trained beneficiaries to employment or self-employment opportunities.
Where should applicants from TSP districts submit their application?+
Applicants in Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) districts should submit their forms to the Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner of the Tribal Area Development Department.
Where should applicants from Non-TSP districts apply?+
Applicants in Non-TSP districts must submit their completed forms to the office of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Zila Parishad.
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