As a component of the Skill India Mission initiated by the Central government to empower the youth, Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, highlighted the vital role of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in the programme. In a written response in the Lok Sabha on Monday, he emphasized that the day-to-day administration and financial oversight of ITIs are pivotal aspects, with this responsibility resting on the respective state government or Union Territory Administration.
The ministry extends its influence through institutions such as the National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE), National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs), and Training Centers registered on the Skill India Digital (SID).
Key initiatives under the Skill India Mission:
1. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY): A significant component of the Skill India Mission, the PMKVY scheme focuses on short-term training (STT) and up-skilling and re-skilling through recognition of prior learning (RPL). Its aim is to provide skill development opportunities to youth in both urban and rural areas, ensuring a comprehensive approach.
2. Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS) Scheme: With a primary focus on providing vocational skills to non-literates, neo-literates, and individuals with basic education up to the 12th standard, the JSS scheme caters to those in the age group of 15-45 years. Special attention is given to women, SC, ST, OBC, and minorities, particularly in rural and urban low-income areas.
3. National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS): Geared towards promoting apprenticeship training, NAPS aims to increase engagement by offering financial support to industrial establishments undertaking apprenticeship programs. The training includes basic training and on-the-job training, contributing to the skill development of thousands of apprentices nationwide.
4. Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS): Providing long-term training through Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) nationwide, the CTS is instrumental in offering vocational/skill training courses covering diverse economic sectors. This equips the youth with valuable skills and addresses the need for a skilled workforce in various industries.
The details of the skilling network across the country are as follows:-
| Name of Scheme | Name of the Training Center | Total No. |
| PMKVY | Training centres including PMKK’s | 2640 |
| JSS | JSS centers | 288 |
| NAPS |
Establishments |
49927 (*42453) |
| CTS | ITI | 15016 |
In addition to MSDE, more than 20 central ministries are implementing various schemes to provide skill training or upskilling programs. These schemes encompass Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY), Rural Self-Employment Training Institutes (RSETI) under the Ministry of Rural Development, Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana, National Urban Livelihood Mission (NULM) under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, and others.
Details of trained candidates and financial outlay under MSDE’s schemes across the country are given as under:
|
Name of Scheme |
Number of Trained Candidates |
|
PMKVY (Since inception to October, 2023) |
1,40,22,926 |
|
JSS (Since 2018-19 to October, 2023) |
21,74,056 |
|
NAPS (Since 2018-19 to October, 2023) |
25,48,023 |
|
CTS (ITI) (2018-19 to 2022-23) |
65,10,839 |
Details of funds released under PMKVY and JSS Schemes of MSDE are as follows:
| Name of Scheme | Fund Released (Rs. In Crore) |
|
PMKVY (Since inception to October, 2023) |
10441.32 |
|
JSS (Since 2018-19 to September, 2023) |
654.00 |
|
NAPS (Since 2018-19 to October, 2023) |
1071.85 |