Lok Sabha Question No. 28 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-07-21
Subject: Beneficiaries under NSDC and PMKVY Schemes
Ministry: SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Asked by: Shri Manickam Tagore B, Shri Suresh Kumar Shetkar, Shri Vijayakumar Alias Vijay Vasanth

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO - 28

ANSWERED ON -21/07/2025

## BENEFICIARIES UNDER NSDC AND PMKVY SCHEMES

28. SHRI VIJAYAKUMAR ALIAS VIJAY VASANTH: SHRI SURESH KUMAR SHETKAR: SHRI MANICKAM TAGORE B:

Will  the  Minister  of  SKILL  DEVELOPMENT  AND  ENTREPRENEURSHIP  be pleased to state:

- (a) the details of the total number of beneficiaries trained and certified trainers under National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) led programmes during the last ten years, along with the annual trainer-to-beneficiary ratio;
- (b) whether the  Government  holds  only  49  per  cent  equity  in  NSDC  and  if  so,  the manner in  which  it  ensures  adequate  oversight  and  accountability  in  decision-making, particularly with a private sector-dominated board;
- (c) the steps taken by the Government to improve the quality and uniformity of training under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), particularly in the States facing delays in release of funds, technological challenges and poor placement outcomes, Statewise along with placement data
- (d) the manner in which the Government monitor and regulate NSDC's support to the profit-making  training  institutions  to  ensure  inclusivity  and  access  for  marginalized communities;
- (e) the details of the funds allocated and utilised under the NSDC and PMKVY schemes during the last year and the current year, year/State-wise; and
- (f) whether these programmes aligned with actual industry skill gaps and improved beneficiaries' livelihoods and if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) IN THE MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

(SHRI JAYANT CHAUDHARY)

- (a) Under the PMKVY scheme of MSDE implemented through NSDC, more than 1.6 crore candidates have been trained/oriented over the last ten years and out of which 1.29 crore have been certified as on 30.06.2025.  Under other programs of NSDC, around 1.74 crores candidates are trained. NSDC has facilitated over 2.32 lakh trainer certifications

through Awarding Bodies. The trainer-to-beneficiary ratio varies depending on the type of training, batch size, sector norms and geography.

- (b) Yes, the Government holds 49% equity in NSDC. Despite a private sector-majority shareholding, oversight of the Government is done through Government representation on the Board of NSDC.
- (c) To improve the quality and uniformity of training under PMKVY, the Government has taken several steps, including:
- i.  Introduction  of  PMKVY  4.0,  which  emphasizes  quality,  industry  relevance,  and flexibility. Also, On-Job-Training (OJT) has been embedded in STT component of this scheme.
- ii.  The  courses  offered  under  PMKVY  are  NSQF  aligned  which  ensures  better employability for the candidates.
- iii.  Implementation of a Common Cost Norms framework for standardization.
- iv.  Digital  Monitoring  is  conducted  through  the  Skill  India  Digital  Hub  (SIDH),  which documents the full life cycle of training.
- v.  The  training  life  cycle  has  been  significantly  improved  by  implementing  Aadhaarbased  enrolment,  biometric  attendance,  and  ensuring  that  training  is  delivered exclusively by certified  trainers  and  assessed  by  certified  assessors.  Additionally, transparency  has  been  enhanced  through  the  use  of  geotagging,  biometric verification, and real-time monitoring via dashboards.
- (d) The  Government  monitors  and  regulates  NSDC's  support  to  for -profit  training institutions through Accreditation and Affiliation norms for training centres (TC) under the Skill  India  Quality  Assurance  Framework  and  data-driven  monitoring  of  the  scheme through SIDH. Oversight mechanisms are reinforced through technology-enabled systems such  as  e-KYC  based  enrolment,  Aadhar-enabled  biometric  attendance,  grievance redressal systems, performance audits, impact assessments and third-party evaluations. Under PMKVY 4.0, training is being imparted in accredited and affiliated Training Centres (TCs), monitoring of TCs through physical and virtual mode. Legal action such as filing FIR, blacklisting, suspension, financial recovery, etc. are taken against non-compliant TCs.

PMKVY is implemented across the country and its benefits are available to all the sections of  society  including  the  marginalized  communities.  To  promote  inclusivity,  mobilizing candidates from  marginalized  communities  through  targeted  outreach,  industry-aligned curriculum offerings, and the introduction of futuristic courses to bridge the digital divide are emphasized. Also, to ensure equitable skill development, accessibility is promoted by mandating geographic spread, with training centres across districts, including dedicated efforts  under  Special  Projects  and  specific  allocations  for  Aspirational  and  Left-Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected districts.

- (e) For  implementation  of  PMKVY,  MSDE  released  Rs.  1538.29  crores  during  FY 2024-25. The State/UT-Wise details of funds disbursed by NSDC to training partners given at Annexure-I. No funds have been released during current financial year.
- (f) Under  PMKVY,  MSDE  has  undertaken  a  range  of  strategic  initiatives  aimed  at enhancing the employability of youth through market aligned skill training. These efforts include the following:
- i. Comprehensive mapping of job demand is undertaken through insights driven from regular skill gap studies conducted across national, state/district levels, District Skill Development Plans (DSDPs), and industry-specific inputs representing over key sectors.
- ii. All job roles are aligned with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) to ensure  that  the  curriculum  is  responsive  to  evolving  market  trends  and  future workforce requirements.
- iii. On-the-Job Training (OJT) is an integral component of the scheme, offering handson experience to candidates and equipping them for real-world workforce scenarios.
- iv. The  National  Occupational  Standards  (NOS)  and  Qualification  Packs  (QPs) undergo regular revisions to align with changing industry demands.
- v. Training  quality  is  continually  improved  through  the  integration  of  employer feedback and analysis of placement outcomes.
- vi. Under PMKVY 4.0, job roles in Artificial Intelligence, Electric Vehicle, Robotics, 5G, and Data Analytics have been introduced to enhance employability in future-ready sectors.

## Annexure-I

## ANNEXURE REFERRED IN THE REPLY TO PART (e) LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 28 ANSWERED ON 21.07.2025

## State-Wise details of funds disbursed under PMKVY by NSDC during FY 2024-25.

| S.N.   | State/UT                                 | Funds Disbursed (In ₹ Cr)   |
|--------|------------------------------------------|-----------------------------|
| 1      | ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS              | 0.84                        |
| 2      | ANDHRA PRADESH                           | 15.95                       |
| 3      | ARUNACHAL PRADESH                        | 5.41                        |
| 4      | ASSAM                                    | 42.21                       |
| 5      | BIHAR                                    | 62.33                       |
| 6      | CHANDIGARH                               | 0.57                        |
| 7      | CHHATTISGARH                             | 8.37                        |
| 8      | DADRA AND NAGAR HAVELI AND DAMAN AND DIU | 0.90                        |
| 9      | DELHI                                    | 19.50                       |
| 10     | GOA                                      | 0.07                        |
| 11     | GUJARAT                                  | 18.79                       |
| 12     | HARYANA                                  | 58.23                       |
| 13     | HIMACHAL PRADESH                         | 14.46                       |
| 14     | JAMMU AND KASHMIR                        | 69.30                       |
| 15     | JHARKHAND                                | 19.71                       |
| 16     | KARNATAKA                                | 33.19                       |
| 17     | KERALA                                   | 4.36                        |
| 18     | LADAKH                                   | 0.59                        |
| 19     | LAKSHADWEEP                              | -                           |
| 20     | MADHYA PRADESH                           | 205.84                      |
| 21     | MAHARASHTRA                              | 44.44                       |
| 22     | MANIPUR                                  | 10.08                       |
| 23     | MEGHALAYA                                | 4.36                        |
| 24     | MIZORAM                                  | 2.75                        |
| 25     | NAGALAND                                 | 4.27                        |
| 26     | ODISHA                                   | 14.31                       |
| 27     | PUDUCHERRY                               | 1.24                        |
| 28     | PUNJAB                                   | 104.17                      |
| 29     | RAJASTHAN                                | 292.42                      |
| 30     | SIKKIM                                   | 1.26                        |
| 31     | TAMIL NADU                               | 63.08                       |
| 32     | TELANGANA                                | 11.07                       |
| 33     | TRIPURA                                  | 8.94                        |
| 34     | UTTAR PRADESH                            | 352.64                      |
| 35     | UTTARAKHAND                              | 26.37                       |
| 36     | WEST BENGAL                              | 16.28                       |
|        | Grand Total                              | 1,538.29                    |