Divyangjan Kaushal Yojana
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
The scheme aims to ensure dignified livelihood opportunities for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) by providing industry-relevant and customized training specific to each group. The scheme provides skill development in high-growth sectors such as Information Technology, Animation, Visual Effect, etc.
What you get
- Customized and industry-relevant training specific to the needs of each 'divyang' group.
- Skill development in high-growth sectors, including Information Technology, Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics (AVGC), Hospitality, and Food and Beverages.
- Access to task-oriented and process-driven job roles suitable for Persons with Disabilities.
- Support for securing dignified livelihood opportunities.
- A budgetary allocation of ₹2,00,00,00,000/- for the fiscal year 2026-27 to support the training initiatives.
Who can apply
- The applicant must be a Person with Disability (Divyangjan).
- The applicant must be eligible for skill training aimed at livelihood opportunities.
Who cannot apply
How to apply
Online
The scheme was announced by the Hon'ble Finance Minister during the presentation of the Union Budget 2026-2027. The official scheme guidelines are awaited and shall be made available to the public through the official website of the concerned Ministry/Department in due course. The application process section shall be updated upon the availability of the official guidelines.
Documents to carry
- Disability Certificate (Proof of being a Person with Disability).
- Identity Proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card).
- Address Proof.
- Educational Qualification Documents (To determine suitability for specific training).
- Passport Size Photographs.
Details
The scheme "Divyangjan Kaushal Yojana" was announced by the Hon'ble Finance Minister during the presentation of the Union Budget 2026-2027. The scheme is planned to be launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. The scheme aims to ensure dignified livelihood opportunities for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) by providing industry-relevant and customized training specific to each group. The scheme provides skill development in high-growth sectors such as Information Technology, Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics (AVGC), and hospitality, focusing on task-oriented and process-driven roles. The applicant must be a Person with Disability seeking employment-oriented skill training.