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SchemeArchiveWednesday, 15 July 2015

Skill India Mission - Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)

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Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.

Summary

Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.

Key Facts

TypeScheme
SourceHistorical Record
PublishedWednesday, 15 July 2015
Affected Population~500 million workers, 90% in informal sector

Key Numbers

4 Labour Codes consolidating 29 laws
EPFO: 28 crore subscribers
E-Shram: 30 crore unorganised workers registered
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)

Key Authorities

Ministry of Labour & EmploymentEPFOESICMinistry of EducationUGC

Key Stakeholders

WorkersTrade UnionsEmployersStudentsTeachers & FacultyUniversities

Government Context

NDA IBJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
LeftCentreRight

Amendment History

20 changes recorded for this policy.

DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_surface_transport
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_textiles
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_tribal_affairs
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_youth_affairs_and_sports
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_urban_development
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_water_resources_river_development_and_ganga_rejuvenation
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_eac_pm
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_tourism
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_upsc
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_pm_speech
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_women_and_child_development
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_niti_aayog
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_national_financial_reporting_authority
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_special_service_and_features
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_office_of_principal_scientific_advisor_to_goi
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_national_security_council_secretariat
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_ifsc_authority
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_competition_commission_of_india
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_lokpal_of_india
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission
DescriptionThursday, 20 August 2026via pib_national_human_rights_commission
Flagship skill development scheme to enable Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training with monetary rewards and certification. Target of skilling one crore youth over four years.
Government of India press release: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission

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