Sarkari Yojana
Craftsmen Training Scheme
About Craftsmen Training Scheme
The Directorate General of Training, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India, runs the “Craftsmen Training Scheme” to keep domestic industry supplied with skilled workers across various trades. It works to lift industrial output both in quantity and quality through structured training, cut unemployment among educated youth by giving them job-ready skills, and build a technical, industrial mindset in younger generations. The scheme delivers systematic vocational training through a nationwide network of Industrial Training Institutes and National Skill Training Institutes, running skill-development programmes across trades and holding All India Trade Tests for certification.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Craftsmen Training Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant must hold Indian citizenship
The applicant must hold Indian citizenship.
The applicant must fall within the age range…
The applicant must fall within the age range set for the chosen trade (generally 14 to 40 years).
The applicant must hold the minimum educational qualification…
The applicant must hold the minimum educational qualification prescribed for that trade (ranging from 8th standard to 12th standard).
The applicant must be able to read and…
The applicant must be able to read and write the local language, Hindi, or English.
The applicant must be physically and medically fit…
The applicant must be physically and medically fit for the specific trade's training.
The applicant must not have a physical disability…
The applicant must not have a physical disability that would prevent them from performing the trade's tasks.
The applicant must meet any trade-specific requirement (such…
The applicant must meet any trade-specific requirement (such as colour vision for electrical trades).
The applicant must show basic aptitude for the…
The applicant must show basic aptitude for the chosen trade.
Benefits Provided
Craftsmen Training Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Vocational Training and Skill Development
Training Duration:
Ranges from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the trade.- Trade Certification: A National Council for Vocational Training certificate on successful completion.- Skill Development: Hands-on, practical training across various industrial trades.- Employment Opportunities: Better employability in both 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: Hands-on exposure to the latest industrial equipment and technology.- Expert Instruction: Taught by qualified instructors and industry experts.- Workshop Facilities: Well-equipped workshops for practical sessions. Assessment and Certification
All India Trade Tests:
Held by the Directorate General of Training under the National Council for Vocational Training, at the end of training.- National Recognition: Certificates recognised for employment across India.- Industry Standards: Training kept aligned with current industry needs and standards. Conditions
At least 80% attendance is needed to sit…
At least 80% attendance is needed to sit the Final Trade Test.
Regular participation in practical training sessions and workshops
Regular participation in practical training sessions and workshops.
Following the institute's rules and regulations
Following the institute's rules and regulations.
Clearing periodic assessments and tests successfully
Clearing periodic assessments and tests successfully.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
At the Application Stage
Educational Certificates
Educational Certificates
Age Proof Certificate (Birth Certificate/10th Standard Certificate)
Age Proof Certificate (Birth Certificate/10th Standard Certificate)
Caste Certificate (for reserved-category candidates)
Caste Certificate (for reserved-category candidates)
Income Certificate (for fee concession, if applicable)
Income Certificate (for fee concession, if applicable)
Medical Fitness Certificate (from a registered medical practitioner)
Medical Fitness Certificate (from a registered medical practitioner)
Recent passport-size photographs
Recent passport-size photographs
Copy of Aadhaar Card
Copy of Aadhaar Card
Domicile Certificate (for state quota, if applicable) For…
Domicile Certificate (for state quota, if applicable) For Admission Confirmation
Admission fee receipt
Admission fee receipt
Character certificate (from the last educational institution)
Character certificate (from the last educational institution)
Transfer certificate (from the previous institution)
Transfer certificate (from the previous institution)
Migration certificate (if changing board/university) For Final Examination
Migration certificate (if changing board/university) For Final Examination
Attendance certificate
Attendance certificate
Internal assessment records
Internal assessment records
Project work completion certificate
Project work completion certificate
How to Apply
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for Craftsmen Training Scheme through the offline application process outlined below.
The candidate must visit the Industrial Training Institute…
The candidate must visit the Industrial Training Institute and collect the prescribed application form.
Fill out the form completely - accurate personal…
Fill out the form completely - accurate personal details, education background, and trade preference - and attach every required document, properly attested.
Pay the prescribed application and training fees, then…
Pay the prescribed application and training fees, then submit the completed form with all supporting documents to the Institute's authorised staff before the deadline. Ask the receiving authority for a receipt or acknowledgement, and make sure it notes the submission date/time and a unique identification number, where applicable. Post-Application Processes
Merit List and Selection Process Institutes draw up…
Merit List and Selection Process Institutes draw up merit lists based on educational qualifications and other criteria, and notify selected candidates about their admission through official channels.
Admission Confirmation and Document Verification Selected candidates must…
Admission Confirmation and Document Verification Selected candidates must report to the institute on the given date for document verification, admission confirmation, and any remaining formalities, including a medical exam if needed.
Training Commencement Once admission is confirmed, candidates start…
Training Commencement Once admission is confirmed, candidates start their vocational training as per the institute's academic calendar and schedule for their trade. Application Deadlines Deadlines vary by institute and are usually announced ahead of each academic session (typically April-May for the August session and October-November for the February session).
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.