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Craftsmen Training Scheme

Ministry: Ministry Of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship

The scheme aims to ensure steady flow of skilled workers in different trades for domestic industry and reduce unemployment among educated youth. It provides systematic vocational training through Industrial Training Institutes and National Skill Training Institutes across India.

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About This Scheme

The "Craftsmen Training Scheme" was launched by the Directorate General of Training, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India. The scheme aims to ensure a steady flow of skilled workers in different trades for the domestic industry, to raise quantitatively and qualitatively the industrial production by systematic training, to reduce unemployment among the educated youth by providing them with employable skills, and to cultivate and nurture a technical and industrial attitude in the minds of the younger generation. The scheme provides systematic vocational training through a network of Industrial Training Institutes and National Skill Training Institutes located all over the country, offering comprehensive skill development programs in various trades and conducting All India Trade Tests for certification.

Benefits

Vocational Training and Skill Development
  • Training Duration: Varies from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the trade.
  • Trade Certification: National Council for Vocational Training certificate upon successful completion.
  • Skill Development: Hands-on practical training in various industrial trades.
  • Employment Opportunities: Enhanced employability in domestic and international markets.
Training Infrastructure and Facilities
  • Training Network: Access to 15,042 Industrial Training Institutes and 33 National Skill Training Institutes.
  • Modern Equipment: Training on the latest industrial equipment and technology.
  • Expert Instruction: Training by qualified instructors and industry experts.
  • Workshop Facilities: Well-equipped workshops for practical training.
Assessment and Certification
  • All India Trade Tests: Conducted by the Directorate General of Training under the aegis of the National Council for Vocational Training at the end of training.
  • National Recognition: Certificates recognized across India for employment.
  • Industry Standards: Training aligned with current industry requirements and standards.
Conditions
  • Minimum 80% attendance is required to appear in the Final Trade Test.
  • Regular participation in practical training sessions and workshops.
  • Compliance with the institute rules and regulations.
  • Successful completion of periodic assessments and tests.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

  • Educational Certificates
  • Age Proof Certificate (Birth Certificate/10th Standard Certificate)
  • Caste Certificate (For Reserved Category Candidates)
  • Income Certificate (For Fee Concession If Applicable)
  • Medical Fitness Certificate (From Registered Medical Practitioner)
  • Passport Size Photographs (Recent)
  • Aadhaar Card (Copy)
  • Domicile Certificate (For State Quota If Applicable)
  • Admission Fee Receipt
  • Character Certificate (From Last Educational Institution)
  • Transfer Certificate (From Previous Institution)
  • Migration Certificate (If Changing Board/University)
  • Attendance Certificate
  • Internal Assessment Records
  • Project Work Completion Certificate

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Step 1: The candidate must visit the Industrial Training Institute and obtain the prescribed application form.

Step 2: The applicant should fill out the application form completely with accurate personal details, educational background, trade preference, and attach all required documents with proper attestation.

Step 3: The candidate must pay the prescribed application and training fees as applicable and submit the completed application form along with all supporting documents to the authorised staff of the Institute, within the specified deadline.

*Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Post-Application Processes

Step 1: Merit List and Selection Process

The institutes will prepare merit lists based on educational qualifications and other criteria, and selected candidates will be notified about their admission through official communication channels.

Step 2: Admission Confirmation and Document Verification

Selected candidates must report to the institute on the specified date for document verification, admission confirmation, and completion of remaining formalities, including medical examination if required.

Step 3: Training Commencement

After successful admission confirmation, candidates will begin their vocational training as per the institute's academic calendar and training schedule for their respective trades.

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines vary by institute and are typically announced before the commencement of each academic session (usually April-May for the August session and October-November for the February session).

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