National Action Plan for Skill Development of Persons with Disabilities
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
Department: Department Of Empowerment Of Persons With Disabilities
A dedicated skill development program aimed at providing high-quality vocational training with a focus on PwDs. The objective is to enhance the skills of PwDs by providing quality vocational skill training, enabling them to gain meaningful employment and become contributing members of society.
About This Scheme
Benefits
1. Vocational/skill training (both short-term and long-term) is provided through a network of skill training partners. These partners include the government, the public sector, training institutions such as VRCs, private training institutions, and non-governmental organizations.
1. A cluster delivers partners' training nationwide, known for its successful track record in providing skill training with high employability rates.
1. A dedicated cross-cutting Sector Skill Council for PwDs (SCPwD) has been established under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) in collaboration with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and the private sector.
1. Additionally, mentorship projects to promote self-employment among PwDs are developed by DEPwD in collaboration with industrial confederations, sector-wise associations, domain experts, and other relevant organizations. These mentorship opportunities are tailored to address disability-specific needs.
Eligibility
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Required Documents
- ✦UDID Card Number or UDID Enrolment Number
- ✦Aadhar Number or Aadhar Enrolment Number
- ✦Disability Certificate
- ✦Proof of Age
- ✦Caste Certificate (if applicable)
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government