Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi (PM-DAKSH)
PM-DAKSH aims to empower marginalized groups through skill development and financial assistance.
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive free training and a monthly stipend of ₹1,500 for good attendance. Successful candidates also receive certification and placement assistance.
Who can apply
- Age 18–45
- Household income ≤ ₹3,00,000/year
- For: artisan, sanitation worker, student
- Category: SC, OBC, GEN
- poor household
- not income tax payer
Individuals aged 18 to 45 from Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Backward Classes, De-Notified Tribes, and sanitation workers can apply. Applicants must have an annual family income below ₹3,00,000 and should not be income tax payers.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted online through the official PM-DAKSH website.
- Visit the official PM-DAKSH website at pmdaksh.dosje.gov.in.
- Click on the candidate registration option on the homepage.
- Fill in the application form with required details and upload a photo.
- Request an OTP by clicking the Send OTP option next to your mobile number.
- Enter the received OTP in the designated box.
Documents required
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Occupation Certificate
- Self-declaration for DNT
- Transgender ID Card
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for PM-DAKSH?
Individuals aged 18-45 from SC, OBC, EBC, DNT, and sanitation workers with an annual income below ₹3,00,000 can apply.
What documents are required for the application?
Applicants need to provide a caste certificate, income certificate, occupation certificate, self-declaration for DNT, and a transgender ID card if applicable.
What is the stipend amount for trainees?
Trainees with good attendance can receive a stipend of ₹1,500 per month.
How long does the training last?
Training duration varies from 32 hours to over a year, depending on the program type.
Is there any cost for the training?
The training is provided free of cost to all trainees under the scheme.
What happens after completing the training?
Candidates receive certification and assistance for placement in employment or self-employment.
Key terms explained
- SC / ST / OBC
- Official social categories — Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes — used for reservations and targeted welfare schemes.
Source: myScheme (myscheme.gov.in) archived page via gov_myscheme dataset. Facts last verified on 2026-06-07.