STST

Short Term Skill Training

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State

States / UT: Gujarat

Ministry / nodal: Industries and Mines Department

Department: INDUSTRIES AND MINES DEPARTMENT

Nodal department: INDUSTRIES AND MINES DEPARTMENT

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Target beneficiaries: Youth, Rural Population, Urban Population

Tags: Skill Development, Self-employment, Training, Youth, Gujarat, Cottage Industries, Free Training, GCVT, Rural Development, Urban Development, Stipend, Employment

Details

The Short Term Skill Training scheme aims to create self-employment opportunities by offering free short-term training programs in five different trades. These programs are approved by the Gujarat Council of Vocational Training (GCVT) and are provided to both rural and urban youth at their doorstep.

Benefits

  • - Basic skill training
  • Training certificate
  • Stipend of Rs. 4500 per month
  • Basic skill training
  • Training certificate
  • Stipend of Rs. 4500 per month

Eligibility

Any individual can apply, regardless of profession, education, or social and economic standards. The scheme is applicable to AAY families across the state.

Application Process

Online

To apply, individuals must submit the application form on plain paper along with required attachments (Aadhar Card, Age Proof, Birth Certificate, Passport Size Photos, Ration Card) to the Gujarat Matikam Kalakari & Rural Technology Institute located at Nr. GH-4, Sector 12, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India. The application form is available at the same institute. For more details, visit the Department Link or the Service Details Site.

Documents Required

No document list is available for this scheme yet.

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status