Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana

Why in the News?

• Third phase of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY 3.0) to be launched

About

• Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE)

• The objective of this Skill Certification Scheme is to enable a large number of Indian youth to take up industry-relevant skill training that will help them in securing a better livelihood. Individuals with prior learning experience or skills will also be assessed and certified under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

What are the key components of the PMKVY scheme?

• Short Term Training
• Special Projects
• Recognition of Prior Learning
• Kaushal & Rozgar Mela
• Placement Assistance
• Continuous Monitoring
• Standard Branding & Communication