Sarkari Yojana

National Career Service Centers For SC/STs (erstwhile Coaching-cum-Guidance Centre for SC/STs)

Quick Summary: Run by the DGE under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, this scheme improves job readiness for educated, unemployed SC/ST candidates through counselling, competitive-exam coaching, and computer training, alongside a monthly stipend and free study material.

About National Career Service Centers For SC/STs (erstwhile Coaching-cum-Guidance Centre for SC/STs)

Launched by the Directorate General of Employment (DGE) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, “National Career Service Centers For SC/STs” works to improve the job prospects of educated Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) jobseekers via counselling, coaching, and training. Services offered include vocational guidance, confidence-building programmes, personality development sessions, typing and shorthand practice, special coaching for competitive exams, and computer training courses. To benefit, an applicant must be an educated, unemployed SC/ST jobseeker registered with an Employment Exchange. National Career Service Centers (NCSCs) spread across various states carry out the scheme.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Labour and Employment

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for National Career Service Centers For SC/STs (erstwhile Coaching-cum-Guidance Centre for SC/STs), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste…

The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.

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The applicant must currently be without a job

The applicant must currently be without a job.

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The applicant must be registered with an Employment…

The applicant must be registered with an Employment Exchange.

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The applicant must have cleared 10+2, the minimum…

The applicant must have cleared 10+2, the minimum qualification for the coaching or courses.

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The applicant's family annual income must not exceed…

The applicant's family annual income must not exceed ₹3,00,000/- per annum.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

National Career Service Centers For SC/STs (erstwhile Coaching-cum-Guidance Centre for SC/STs) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Educated SC/ST jobseekers receive Vocational Guidance and Career…

Educated SC/ST jobseekers receive Vocational Guidance and Career Counselling services.

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Typing and Shorthand practice is offered so registrants…

Typing and Shorthand practice is offered so registrants keep up their speed while listed on the Live Register of Employment Exchanges.

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A Special Coaching Scheme readies candidates for competitive…

A Special Coaching Scheme readies candidates for competitive exams and selection tests for Group "C" or equivalent posts (covering General English, General Awareness, Computer Training, etc.).

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Outsourced Computer Training Courses are available, including 'O'…

Outsourced Computer Training Courses are available, including 'O' Level Software/Hardware training, Office Automation, and Cyber Secured Web Development.

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A monthly stipend of ₹1,000/- is given per…

A monthly stipend of ₹1,000/- is given per candidate.

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Free books and stationery worth ₹1,000/- per candidate…

Free books and stationery worth ₹1,000/- per candidate are provided for the full course. The stipend is disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), conditional on the candidate maintaining 80% attendance for that month.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Caste Certificate (as proof of SC/ST status)

Caste Certificate (as proof of SC/ST status).

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Educational qualification certificates (10+2 marksheet and certificate)

Educational qualification certificates (10+2 marksheet and certificate).

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Employment Exchange Registration Card

Employment Exchange Registration Card.

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Income Certificate (proof of the family's annual income)

Income Certificate (proof of the family's annual income).

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Aadhaar Card

Aadhaar Card.

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Bank account details (for DBT of the stipend)

Bank account details (for DBT of the stipend).

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Passport-size photographs

Passport-size photographs.

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Self-attested copies of all the above documents

Self-attested copies of all the above documents.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for National Career Service Centers For SC/STs (erstwhile Coaching-cum-Guidance Centre for SC/STs) through the offline application process outlined below.

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Locate the Nearest Center Find the nearest National…

Locate the Nearest Center Find the nearest National Career Service Center (NCSC) for SC/STs from the list of 25 centers spread across India (for example, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and others).

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Obtain the Application Form Collect the application form…

Obtain the Application Form Collect the application form in person from the relevant NCSC office, or request it via the center's official email ID (for instance, ncscbengaluru@gmail.com for Bengaluru).

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Submit the Application Fill in the application form…

Submit the Application Fill in the application form fully, attach self-attested copies of all the required documents, and submit the package to the Sub-Regional Employment Officer at the concerned National Career Service Center address, or by email where that center allows it.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References