HIMAYAT- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana

HIMAYAT is a skill development program in Jammu and Kashmir aimed at unemployed youth, providing training and post-placement support.

Key facts

Benefit₹12,000 monthly post-placement support
WhoUnemployed youth aged 18-45
How paidDirectly to trainee's bank account
Implemented byHimayat Mission Management Unit, JKSRLM
Official portalhimayat.jk.gov.in
Application windowOpen all year for applications.

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive free skill training for 3 to 12 months, along with a monthly cash support of ₹2,000 for six months post-placement, totaling ₹12,000.

Who can apply

  • Age 18–45
  • For: unemployed youth
  • Resident of Jammu and Kashmir
  • not income tax payer
  • no government employee in family
  • poor household

Applicants must be unemployed youth aged between 18 and 45 years, residing in Jammu and Kashmir. They should not be income tax payers, have no government employees in their family, and belong to poor households.

How to apply

Interested candidates can apply online through the official Himayat website.

  1. Visit the official Himayat website.
  2. Click on 'Register now' for new registration.
  3. Fill out the Candidate Registration Form with required details.
  4. Select the courses of interest.
  5. Submit the application form.
Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

  • 2 passport-size photographs
  • Attested photocopy of ID proof
  • Attested photocopy of District Employment & Counselling Centre registration card
  • Attested photocopy of state subject certificate
  • Attested photocopy of D.O.B certificate
  • Attested photocopy of qualification certificate
  • Affidavit as per the given format attached with the registration form.

Common problems and how to fix them

ProblemWhat to do
Payment not receivedIf a trainee has not received the payment, they should contact the Himayat Helpline at 01933-222364 for assistance.
Application rejectedIn case of rejection, applicants should review the eligibility criteria and ensure all required documents are submitted correctly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the duration of the training courses?

Training courses last between 3 to 12 months, depending on the specific program.

Am I eligible to apply if I am 24 years old and a resident of J&K?

Yes, individuals aged 18 to 45 years from Jammu and Kashmir can apply for the scheme.

Is there any post-placement support available?

Yes, trainees receive ₹12,000 in total as post-placement support, paid at ₹2,000 per month for six months after successful job placement.

Will I receive allowances for travel and food during training?

Yes, trainees are entitled to a travel and food allowance of ₹50 for each day of training attended.

What documents are required to apply?

Applicants need to submit ID proof, a registration card, a state subject certificate, a birth certificate, qualification certificates, and photographs.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.

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