Scheme for Financial Assistance to Select States/UTs for Skill Development in Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) Sector

Scheme for Financial Assistance to Select States/UTs for Skill Development in Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) sector gives financial support and industry-linked training to students and unemployed youth across the country. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology runs this central scheme, and the target is to skill 90,000 people in the ESDM sector.

The scheme uses existing human resources by training students from Class 9 onwards, ITI students, polytechnic students, non-engineering graduates and unemployed youth. It helps participants pick up skills that the electronics industry values, encourages private investment in training and sets clear standards for course certification and institutional recognition.

Scheme for Financial Assistance to Select States/UTs for Skill Development in ESDM Sector

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, launched this scheme to improve skilling capacity in the ESDM sector. It works in partnership with States and Union Territories and runs alongside a related scheme called Skill Development in ESDM for Digital India, which covers the rest of the country. Both schemes run at the same time.

Financial support is given only after a candidate clears the certification exam conducted by NIELIT or the relevant Sector Skill Council (SSC). This keeps the training quality high and makes sure the money is used for real skill building.

Key Information

Benefits

Participants get strong financial support for their training under this scheme. The exact amount depends on the category of the student.

• General Students: 75% of the course fee is given as support and the student pays the remaining 25%.
• SC/ST and EWS Candidates: 100% of the course fee is covered. These categories hold 40% of the reserved seats.
• Examination Support: 100% of the registration-cum-certification fee is paid back for candidates appearing for the first time.
• Placement Support: Implementing agencies get an extra 10% of skilling support as overheads and placement help.

Financial support is released only after the candidate clears the exam conducted by NIELIT or the relevant Sector Skill Council (SSC).

Eligibility

The scheme is open to a wide group of people, from school students to unemployed youth. Check the points below to see who can apply.

• Students currently enrolled from Class 9 onwards, including those in ITIs, polytechnics or non-engineering undergraduate courses.
• Unemployed youth who have passed at least Class 8.
• Participants must register with their local employment exchange.
• The scheme is open to people from both formal and non-formal educational backgrounds.

Application Process

Applicants can enroll through the official portal at esdm-skill.deity.gov.in. Follow these steps to apply.

STEP 1 - Visit the official portal at esdm-skill.deity.gov.in and find an affiliated Training Partner (TP) near you.

STEP 2 - Visit the Training Partner for counseling and choose a suitable NSQF-compliant course.

STEP 3 - Submit the required documents and identification, then complete Aadhaar authentication or e-KYC.

STEP 4 - Pay the required Registration-cum-Certification Fee (RCCF) and sign the mandatory undertakings about not taking duplicate benefits and being willing to work.

After enrollment, participants must keep at least 70% attendance to qualify for the final assessment and certification.

Documents

Keep these documents ready before applying. The list is simple and most applicants will have these already.

• Aadhaar Card or Aadhaar Enrolment ID
• Valid Identity Proof such as Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License or NPR Card
• Two identity proofs for candidates from Assam and Meghalaya
• EWS/SC/ST Certificate, if applicable
• Educational certificates
• Signed undertakings for not taking duplicate benefits and willingness to work
• Bank account details
• Recent passport size photograph

References

For the full scheme rules, see the official ESDM scheme guidelines and the Ministry of Electronics and IT scheme page.

FAQ's

Does this scheme cover examination fees?

Yes, the scheme gives 100% reimbursement of the registration-cum-certification fee for the first attempt at the examination.

What is the minimum eligibility to apply?

Students from Class 9 onwards or unemployed youth who have passed at least Class 8 can apply.

Are all students entitled to 100% fee coverage?

No, 100% coverage is reserved for SC/ST and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) students. General category students get 75% fee support.

Who conducts the assessment and certification?

Assessments are conducted by the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) or their recognised bodies.

Is there a mandatory attendance requirement?

Yes, participants must keep at least 70% attendance during the training period to be eligible for the examination.