> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsanek.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # PM-DAKSH skill training: free courses and jobs for SC, OBC and other eligible youth - URL: https://newsanek.com/pm-daksh/ - Published: 2026-11-07T04:54:44.000Z - Updated: 2026-11-07T08:50:14.000Z - Description: PM-DAKSH offers free skill training to youth from Scheduled Castes, OBCs and other eligible groups. Here is who can join, what you get, and how to apply through the official portal. Check the portal for current courses and deadlines. - Author: Kumar Ujjwal - Tags: Govt Schemes, #scheme-social-justice, #scheme-for-youth, #scheme-for-sc-st, #scheme-for-obc, #scheme-all-india, #tl-a373e6 Here is the whole scheme in one place: what you get, who qualifies, how to apply, and what to check. __At a glance__ | Scheme | Pradhan Mantri Dakshata aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi (PM-DAKSH) | | --------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Ministry | Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt of India | | Benefit | Free skill training with placement support, and a stipend during training | | Who can apply | Youth from SC, OBC, EWS, denotified and nomadic tribes, and sanitation workers | | How it is given | Training through empanelled institutions, linked to jobs or self-employment | | Apply at | pmdaksh.dosje.gov.in | | Cost to apply | Free | ### Key points - The scheme trains youth from SC, OBC, EWS and other target groups. - Training is given through empanelled institutions and aims at jobs or self-employment. - Apply only through the official portal, never through agents who ask for money. - Course seats and timelines depend on the portal, so check it regularly. ## So what exactly does a trainee get? PM-DAKSH gives free skill training in courses chosen to match market demand. Trainees may also get a stipend during training, and placement or self-employment support after it. Course details, duration and amounts can change, so confirm them on the official portal. ## Who can apply, and who cannot? The scheme targets Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Backward Classes, denotified and nomadic tribes, and sanitation workers, including waste pickers. Applicants are generally young people looking for work or a self-employment venture. Age, education and income conditions for each course are shown on the portal. Check them before you apply. ## Why was the scheme launched, and what has changed? PM-DAKSH was launched in 2020-21 as a central sector scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Its focus is good quality skills through good quality institutions, so training leads to real jobs. Opposition parties have recently raised concerns about delays in implementation and unused budget. Confirm the current status of courses on the official site before you plan. ## What documents should you keep ready? Keep your Aadhaar card and a valid mobile number ready. Keep your caste certificate from the competent authority, if you apply under a reserved category. Keep your education certificates and income certificate if the course asks for them. Bank account details may be needed for the stipend, so keep them handy. ## How do you apply online, step by step? Go to pmdaksh.dosje.gov.in and look for the registration or apply option. Create your profile with your Aadhaar, mobile number and personal details. Choose a course and training centre that suits you, then fill in the form. Upload your documents, check everything carefully, and submit. Save the registration number. How to apply for PM-DAKSH, step by step 1. *1* **Visit the portal**Go to pmdaksh.dosje.gov.in and look for the registration or apply option. 2. *2* **Create your profile**Enter your Aadhaar, mobile number and personal details. 3. *3* **Choose a course**Pick a course and training centre that suits you, then fill in the form. 4. *4* **Upload and submit**Upload your documents, check everything carefully, submit, and save the registration number. Graphic: News Anek, from the facts in this report ## Can you apply offline, and how do you check status? If you have trouble online, ask at a government skill centre or the district office of the social welfare department. To check your status, log in to the portal with your registration details and look for the application status section. If your training or stipend is delayed, raise it with the training institution first, then through the portal's grievance option. ## What should you watch out for? PM-DAKSH training is free. Never pay anyone who promises a seat, a job or a certificate. Be careful of agents who ask for your Aadhaar or OTP over phone calls or messages. Use only the official portal address given above. ## Where can you get help? Use the grievance or help section on pmdaksh.dosje.gov.in for questions about your application. You can also ask your district social welfare office or the nearest government skill centre. Always confirm current details on the official site, since amounts and courses can change. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is PM-DAKSH training free? Yes, the training is free through empanelled institutions. Never pay anyone who asks for money to get a seat. ### Can general category youth apply? The scheme focuses on SC, OBC, EWS, denotified and nomadic tribes, and sanitation workers. Check the portal for the latest eligibility. ### Is there a stipend during training? The scheme may provide a stipend during training. Confirm the amount and conditions on the official portal. ### Is there a last date to apply? Deadlines depend on course batches. Check the official portal for current application windows. ### Do I get a job after training? The scheme aims at placement or self-employment, but jobs are not guaranteed. Check the placement support details on the portal. ### Official links - [Official website](https://pmdaksh.dosje.gov.in/?ref=newsanek.com) This guide is based on official scheme rules. Rules and amounts can change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply. News Anek is not a government website.