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Schemes   Schemes - Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)
Scheme - Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)

DDU-GKY is a placement-linked skill development program launched in 2014 aimed at rural youth from poor families to enhance employability and provide sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Benefits Offered Under the Scheme

  • Free skill developmenttrainingforruralyouth
  • Placement guarantee after training
  • Focus on poor and marginalized communities
  • Residential training facilities
  • Career progression and support services
  • Soft skills, IT training, and personality development
  • Enhances rural livelihood opportunities

Eligibility

  • Rural youth aged 15-35 years
  • Belonging to poor households (BPL categories)
  • Priority to SC/ST, minorities, women, disabled
  • Must meet training eligibility criteria

Application Details

  • Register through state skill mission/training partner
  • Select training program
  • Attend skill training and assessment
  • Placement assistance after completion
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Last updated on: Friday, 26th June, 2026
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