"Vocational Training" Component of the "Development of Industries" Scheme
About "Vocational Training" Component of the "Development of Industries" Scheme
The "Vocational Training" Component of the "Development of Industries" Scheme by the District Industries Centre, Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry aims to create more employment opportunities broadly for the unemployed youth particularly women to pursue wide career openings besides self-ventures by giving training in trades like Tailoring & Embroidery, Beauty Parlour, Arts & Design. The training is institution oriented.
Benefits
- Institution-oriented training in trades like Tailoring & Embroidery, Beauty Parlour, Arts & Design.
- Stipend to Trainee: ₹1,500/- per month.
- Honorarium to the Master Trainer: ₹ 300/- per trainee per month.
- An amount of ₹150/- per trainee per month will be paid to the training institution towards compensation for wastage of raw materials.
Commencement of Training: In September.
Period of Training: 6 months.
Who is Eligible
- The applicant should be between 18 and 35 years of age.
- The applicant should be unemployed.
- The applicant should have passed Class 10th (SSLC) passed.
- The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry (or) continuous resident of the area for the past three years.
How to Apply
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the General Manager of the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009, 2248391, 2249392, 2248987, [email protected]), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.
*The filled applications will be scrutinized and called for an interview once a quarter. The successful candidates' applications will be forwarded to the respective banks for further action.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card.
- Applicant's Passport-sized Photo.
- Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate, issued by the competent authority.
- Age Proof.
- Educational Certificates/Marksheets.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the primary objective of the "Vocational Training" scheme by the District Industries Centre?
The scheme aims to provide employment opportunities, especially for unemployed youth, focusing on trades like Tailoring & Embroidery, Beauty Parlour, and Arts & Design.
- How is the stipend for trainees distributed under the scheme?
Trainees receive a monthly stipend of [?]1,500, emphasizing financial support during the training period.
- What compensation does the training institution receive for wastage of raw materials?
The training institution is eligible for [?]150 per trainee per month to cover compensation for the wastage of raw materials.
- When does the training under the scheme "Vocational Training" commence?
The training sessions commence in the month of September, ensuring a standardized start time.
- What is the duration of the training provided by the District Industries Centre?
The training period lasts for 6 months, providing a substantial timeframe for skill development.
- What age group is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Applicants between the ages of 18 and 35 are eligible to benefit from the "Vocational Training" scheme.
- Can unemployed individuals from outside the Union Territory of Puducherry apply for the scheme?
No, applicants must be either natives of Union Territory of Puducherry or continuous residents of the area for the past three years.
- How is the honorarium determined for the Master Trainer in the scheme?
The Master Trainer receives [?]300 per trainee per month as an honorarium.
- What educational qualification is required for applicants to participate in the scheme?
Applicants need to have passed Class 10th (SSLC) to be eligible for the "Vocational Training" scheme.
- What trades are covered under the institution-oriented training in the scheme?
The training covers trades such as Tailoring & Embroidery, Beauty Parlour, and Arts & Design, promoting diverse skill development.
- Is there any specific criterion regarding the native status of applicants?
Applicants must be natives of the Union Territory of Puducherry or continuous residents of the area for the past three years.
- What is the purpose of the ₹150 compensation provided to training institutions?
The compensation is intended to cover the costs associated with the wastage of raw materials during the training.
- Can individuals above the age of 35 apply for the scheme?
No, the eligibility criteria specify that applicants must be between 18 and 35 years of age.
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