Employment Linked Skill Training Programme (ELSTP)

Description
The “Employment Linked Skill Training Programme” scheme was launched by the Department of Skill Development and Employment, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide free, self-employment-oriented training courses to unemployed/school dropouts/other disadvantaged youth of the state. It is a state-sponsored scheme that offers training in fields such as IT, healthcare, agriculture, beauty and wellness, electronics, and more.

Benefits
• This training is free of cost and has a duration of 3 to 6 months.
• Training offers employment/self-employment-oriented courses in areas such as IT, health, agriculture, beauty, wellness, electronics, and more.
• The training provider also strives to facilitate employment opportunities for participants.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
2. The applicant must be an unemployed, school dropout, or other underprivileged youth of the state.
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Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Educational Qualification Certificates (As per course requirement)
• Any other document as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Unemployed youth, school dropouts, and other disadvantaged youth who are residents of Uttarakhand.
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Q: Is there any fee for the training?
A: No, the training is completely free of cost.
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Q: What types of courses are offered under this scheme?
A: Courses include IT, health, agriculture, beauty, wellness, electronics, and other self-employment-oriented skills.
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Q: How long is the training?
A: The duration of the training ranges from 3 to 6 months, depending on the course.
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Q: How can I apply for this scheme?
A: Candidates can register on the Uttarakhand Skill Development Committee website: [www.uksdm.org](https://www.uksdm.org/) and apply to the centers listed under private training providers.
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Q: Do I need any documents to apply?
A: Yes, candidates need their Aadhaar card and educational qualification certificate for the relevant course.
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Q: How can I find the list of training centers?
A: The list of private training provider centers is available on the UKSDM website ([www.uksdm.org](https://www.uksdm.org/)) and the departmental website.
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