Employability Excellence with College Education and Learning (EXCEL) is a skill development sub-scheme under Mukhymantri Sarthi Yojna run by the Jharkhand Skill Development Mission Society. It offers free non-residential training to 12th pass-out college students aged 18 to 35 years, held right inside college campuses alongside their regular studies.
By joining EXCEL, students pick up computer skills, spoken English and life skills that match what employers look for. The aim is to make sure a student leaves college with both a degree and job-ready ability. As of August 2026, the scheme is open and its courses are listed as active on the official JSDMS portal.
Employability Excellence with College Education and Learning (EXCEL) - Overview
Employability Excellence with College Education and Learning (EXCEL) works under the Department of Labour, Employment, Training and Skill Development, Jharkhand. It is a non-residential program, so students attend training at their own college and continue their normal classes at the same time.
The scheme brings skill training into the classroom instead of sending students to a separate centre. This keeps the process easy for students who are already busy with their degree. The training covers computer basics, spoken English, life skills and domain-specific subjects that are in demand in the job market.
On the official portal, the scheme shows a clear record of its work. More than 10,700 students have enrolled, over 9,200 have been trained and more than 6,200 have been certified. Around 3,000 students have been offered jobs through the program so far.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Employability Excellence with College Education and Learning (EXCEL) |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Jharkhand |
| Category | Skills and Employment |
| Target Beneficiaries | 12th pass-out college students aged 18 to 35 |
| Benefit Type | In-kind (free training) |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Labour, Employment, Training and Skill Development Department |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | jsdm.jharkhand.gov.in |
Benefits
The scheme focuses on professional growth and gives eligible students several clear advantages:
- Integrated Training: Students receive skill training directly within their own college campus, so there is no need to travel to a separate centre.
- Career Readiness: The program builds mastery in life skills, spoken English and computer essentials that employers look for today.
- Free Learning: All training sessions are provided free of cost to eligible students.
- Domain Expertise: Students get access to sector-specific courses such as IT support, accounts, retail, solar and drone technology that match industry needs.
Eligibility
To join this program, a candidate should meet the following criteria:
- The candidate must be a current college student or a recent 12th pass-out.
- The candidate should have completed 12th standard education.
- The candidate should be between 18 and 35 years of age.
- The program is open to students and youth residing in the state of Jharkhand.
Application Process
Registration for the scheme is Aadhaar-based. Candidates can register online through the JSDMS portal, which now connects to the Skill India Digital Hub for candidate registration. Follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1 - Visit the official JSDMS website at jsdm.jharkhand.gov.in and go to the Registration section.
STEP 2 - Select Candidate Registration from the options and open the candidate profile page, which directs to the Skill India Digital Hub portal.
STEP 3 - Enter basic personal details such as name, date of birth and identity information in the form.
STEP 4 - Verify the mobile number using the OTP received to activate the profile.
STEP 5 - Update educational and contact details in the profile section and submit the form to complete the registration.
STEP 6 - Once submitted, the system provides a unique Registration ID for all future communication.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before starting the application process:
- Aadhaar Card (required, as registration is Aadhaar-linked)
- Educational Certificates
- Residential Certificate
- Recent passport-sized photograph
References
For further details, visit the following official resources:
- Official Guidelines for EXCEL
- Jharkhand Skill Development Mission
- Candidate Registration on Skill India Digital Hub
FAQ's
What is the primary goal of the EXCEL program?
The goal is to improve employability by adding industry-aligned skill training to the existing educational background of a student.
Is there a registration fee?
No, the program is entirely free for eligible students.
Where will the training happen?
Training happens within the campus of the student's own college to ensure maximum convenience.
What skills will a student learn?
Students receive training in spoken English, computer proficiency, life skills and specific professional domains.
Is an Aadhaar card required?
Yes, because registration is Aadhaar-linked, so the Aadhaar number must be provided at the time of enrollment.
Does this scheme guarantee a job?
The program builds professional capabilities and offers placement support, but it does not provide a direct guarantee of placement for every student.