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How to Apply Skill India Mission via Skill India Portal 2026

Skill India Mission - umbrella platform. PMKVY 4.0 + NAPS + JSS + RSETI. Free training. Pan-India.

📁 Education ⏱️ 30-45 mins 💰 Free

About This Guide

Skill India Mission - umbrella national skill development platform. Includes PMKVY 4.0, NAPS apprenticeship, JSS (Jan Shikshan Sansthan), RSETI, DDU-GKY. Skill India Digital Portal (SIDH) at skillindiadigital.gov.in - apply for any program. 1.5 crore+ trainees yearly. Free training + certification + placement assistance.

Eligibility Criteria

Indian citizen
Age 14-45 (varies by program)
Aadhaar mandatory
Class 5+ for most
Bank account
Eligibility per specific program

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar
PAN
Class 8/10 marksheet
Photo
Bank passbook
Mobile registered
Email
Resume (if applicable)
Specific program documents

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Visit Portal

skillindiadigital.gov.in.

Aadhaar e-KYC.

Profile Building

Education, skills, location, aspirations.

Choose Program

PMKVY 4.0 / NAPS / JSS / RSETI / DDU-GKY.

Choose Trade

250+ options.

Find Center

Nearby centers.

Apply

Course-specific.

Selection

Counseling + assessment.

Free Training

Per program duration.

Certification

NSDC.

Placement Assistance

Industry tie-ups.

Skill Wallet

Lifetime credentials.

Key Benefits

Umbrella platform
Multiple programs
Free training
NSDC certification
1.5 crore yearly
250+ trades
Mobile + web
Skill Wallet (credentials)
Industry partnerships
Government-backed
Aadhaar-based

What Happens After Application?

7-30 days for course start.

Frequently Asked Questions

Already PMKVY did - 4.0 again?

Yes. PMKVY 4.0 has new components. Re-skilling encouraged. Multiple courses possible.