Union Govt allocates ₹4,906.32 Cr to PMKVY, ₹666.33 Cr to JSS, and ₹1,238.48 Cr to NAPS in last five years

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), under the Skill India Mission (SIM), has been actively promoting skill development across the nation through various schemes, including the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS) scheme, National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), and the Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) implemented via Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). These initiatives aim to equip India’s youth with industry-relevant skills, ensuring they are prepared for future employment opportunities.​

Financial Allocations Over the Past Five Years (Up to 2023-24):

• PMKVY: ₹4,906.32 crore​
  
• JSS: ₹666.33 crore​
  
• NAPS: ₹1,238.48 crore​
  

Under NAPS, apprentices receive a stipend support of up to ₹1,500 per month through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The administration and financial control of ITIs are managed by the respective State Governments or Union Territory Administrations.​

Initiatives to Promote Digital Skills and Artificial Intelligence:

1. Introduction of New-Age Courses: PMKVY 4.0 has been launched with a focus on emerging skills such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Web 3.0, tailored to meet current market demands.​

2. Apprenticeships in AI: Approximately 60 private establishments are offering apprenticeships in seven AI-related courses under NAPS.​

3. Future Skills Training in ITIs and NSTIs: The Directorate General of Training (DGT) has introduced 31 new-age courses under the Craftsmen Training Scheme, covering areas like AI, Mechatronics, Internet of Things (IoT), Cybersecurity, and Semiconductor technology.​

4. Collaborations with Tech Giants: DGT has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading IT companies such as IBM, Cisco, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Microsoft to provide training in modern technologies, including AI, Big Data Analytics, Blockchain, and Cloud Computing.​

5. Specialized AI Courses: The ‘Artificial Intelligence Programming Assistant (AIPA)’ course has been introduced to impart AI-based skill training through ITIs and National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs). Additionally, a 7.5-hour micro-credential course titled “Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)” has been developed for all CTS trainees in collaboration with industry and academic experts.​

6. Launch of Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH): MSDE has launched the SIDH platform, offering a wide range of AI and ML courses. These range from foundational programs like ‘Fundamentals of Azure AI Speech’ and ‘Machine Learning’ to specialized offerings such as ‘Google Cloud Generative AI’ and ‘AI Strategy to Create Business Value in Healthcare’, catering to various levels of expertise.​

7. Partnerships for Digital Courses: The National Skill Development Corporation, under MSDE, has partnered with international organizations including AWS, Microsoft, Intel, Redhat, Pearson VUE, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and Cisco Networking Academy to provide digital courses.​

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