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Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)

Skill training and placement for rural youth from poor families with post-placement support.

Ministry of Rural Development

What you get

Free residential skill training in 250+ sectors for rural BPL youth. 70%+ placement guarantee by training partner. Post-placement support for 3 years including migration support, hostel, and market linkage. Special focus on Naxal-affected districts.

Who can apply

Rural youth 15–35 years (45 for women, SC/ST/PwD/ex-servicemen). From household in SECC or BPL category. Must not be already employed.

For: Rural BPL youth

Age: 15+ to 35 years

Documents required

General

  • Aadhar card
  • SECC/BPL inclusion certificate
  • Age proof
  • Qualification certificate
  • Bank account
  • Recent passport photo
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Scheme code: DDUGKY-2025