PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) gives free, certified skill training to Indian youth — no course fee, industry-aligned curriculum, and a government-recognised certificate at the end. Registration now runs through the Skill India Digital platform. Here is the step-by-step enrolment process.
How to register — step by step
- Open skillindiadigital.gov.in (Skill India Digital Hub)
- Click Register as a Learner and sign up with your mobile number + OTP
- Complete your profile — education, location, Aadhaar-based e-KYC
- Browse PMKVY courses — filter by sector, trade and your district
- Select a course and a training centre near you, then apply
- The training centre confirms your batch — attend, complete the course and the assessment
- Pass the assessment to receive your Skill India certificate (digital + physical)
Register offline
Walk into any accredited PMKVY training centre with Aadhaar and your education documents — centres register candidates on the spot. Find nearby centres on the Skill India portal or by calling the Skill India helpline 8800055555.
Training under PMKVY is completely free — never pay for a seat.
What you get
| Component | Detail |
| Course fee | Free — fully government funded |
| Training type | Short-term (usually 200–600 hours) in NSQF-aligned job roles |
| Certificate | Government-recognised Skill India certificate after assessment |
| RPL option | Recognition of Prior Learning — experienced workers get certified for existing skills |
| Placement support | Training centres assist with job fairs and employer connects |
Documents required
- Aadhaar card (mandatory for enrolment and attendance)
- Education certificates (as required by the chosen course)
- Bank account details (for any applicable support payouts)
- Passport-size photographs for the centre’s records
Frequently asked questions
Is there an age limit?
Most PMKVY courses target youth aged roughly 15–45; individual job roles may set their own ranges. Check the course page for the exact criterion.
Do I get paid during training?
Training is free but PMKVY short-term training does not pay a regular stipend. Some components offer conveyance/support allowances, and RPL candidates get a small completion incentive in some cycles.
Can working people get certified without training?
Yes — through RPL, experienced workers (e.g., mechanics, tailors, construction workers) take a short bridge module and assessment to get certified for skills they already have.
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