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Himayat - Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana

Updated: August 7, 2026By Sarkari Yojana Team18 views
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Himayat - Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana is a placement-linked skill training scheme of the Ministry of Rural Development for unemployed youth of Jammu and Kashmir. The scheme now runs under the new DDU-GKY 2.0 phase, and registration for fresh batches is open on the official portal himayat.jk.gov.in.

Himayat gives free, market-driven training in high demand trades and helps young people find jobs after the course. The scheme was started on the suggestions of the Dr. C. Rangarajan Committee and is run by the Himayat Mission Management Unit under the Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM). Under the new DDU-GKY 2.0 phase, the focus is on better quality training, real placements and long term job support for rural youth.

Himayat - Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana - Introduction

Himayat is made for unemployed youth aged 18 to 35 years who live in Jammu and Kashmir. The training lasts between 3 and 12 months depending on the trade chosen, and it covers English, computer skills and domain skills along with the main trade. After the course, candidates get placement support and one year of follow up care to settle in their jobs.

Under DDU-GKY 2.0, the scheme has entered a new phase. As per the latest status update on the official portal, Himayat 1.0 has trained 36,348 candidates so far, while Himayat 2.0 has 13 projects sanctioned with 2,195 candidates under training. For the financial year 2025-26, a target of 2,248 candidates was set, against which 1,615 candidates were trained and 650 were placed by May 2026.

Key Information

Detail Information
Scheme Name Himayat - Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana
Level State (Jammu and Kashmir)
Target Beneficiary Unemployed rural youth
Age Limit 18 to 35 years
Category Skills and Employment
Nodal Department Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj
Implementing Agency Himayat Mission Management Unit, JKRLM
Official Website himayat.jk.gov.in
Helpline 1800 180 7101

Benefits

Himayat offers a complete package of support so that a young person can build a steady career. The main benefits are given below.

  • Free skill training in many high demand trades, with English and computer classes included in the course.
  • Placement linked training, which means the focus is on actually getting candidates into jobs, not just finishing the course.
  • Post placement monetary support and follow up for a year to help candidates stay in their jobs.
  • Residential and non-residential training options, with a daily allowance paid to trainees during the training period.

If a candidate faces any problem with the scheme, the Himayat call centre can be reached at 1800 180 7101. The latest news, notifications and application details are updated on the official website himayat.jk.gov.in.

Eligibility

To join Himayat, a candidate should meet the following conditions.

  • The candidate should be a permanent resident of Jammu and Kashmir.
  • The candidate should have completed at least Class 8th.
  • The age of the candidate should be between 18 and 35 years.
  • For women, persons with disabilities, transgender individuals and other special groups, the upper age limit is relaxed up to 45 years.

Application Process

Application for Himayat is done online through the official portal. The steps are simple and can be completed from home.

STEP 1 - Go to the official website at himayat.jk.gov.in and open the registration section for candidates.

STEP 2 - Fill in the candidate registration details such as name, father's name, gender, date of birth and location.

STEP 3 - Add optional details like Aadhaar number and educational background if available.

STEP 4 - Select the preferred course or trade, check all the entries and submit the application.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready before applying so that the checking process goes smoothly.

  • Two recent passport size photographs.
  • Attested photocopy of a valid identity proof.
  • State subject certificate and date of birth proof.
  • Educational qualification certificates and a signed affidavit in the prescribed format.

References

For more details, candidates can visit these official pages.

About Himayat on the official portal

Location of training centres

Trades offered under Himayat

Latest status and progress update

FAQ's

What is the duration of the training?

Courses vary from 3 to 12 months based on the trade selected by the candidate.

Is there any post placement financial support?

Yes, qualified candidates receive post placement settlement support of ₹12,000, paid as ₹2,000 per month for 6 months after starting the job, subject to submission of salary slips.

Are there travel and food allowances?

Yes, trainees receive ₹50 per day for every training day attended, credited to their bank accounts every 15 days.

Who qualifies as a dropout?

If a candidate fails to maintain 80% attendance by the end of the first or second month, the candidate is considered to have dropped out of the course.

How can a grievance be filed?

Candidates can call the Himayat call centre at 1800 180 7101 or contact the Himayat Mission Management Unit through the official portal to register a complaint.

Related Latest Updates

8 Sep, 2026, 2:01 PM Ministry of Rural Development initiates closure of over 2,000 DDU-GKY 1.0 projects

Ministry of Rural Development held a two-day national workshop on 7-8 September 2026 in New Delhi to finish the closure of over 2,000 projects under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 1.0. The event worked on finishing pending documents and fixing problems through a fast campaign.

Project closure objectives

Officials asked for adherence to Standard Operating Procedures for formal project closure. The workshop also set priorities for DDU-GKY 2.0, such as reaching a 70% placement rate and improving long-term jobs for rural youth. Representatives from 14 states joined the review to share good ways of working and fix implementation problems.

19 Aug, 2026, 9:03 AM Mahalir Thittam Staff Receive Pending Salaries in Tamil Nadu

Nearly 200 staff members working under Mahalir Thittam and Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) in Madurai and Theni have received their wages. These employees waited for their pay since March 2026 and faced money problems during the five-month delay.

Payment process update

After a report shared their situation, officials paid the pending dues on Monday. Staff members, including Assistant Project Officers and Data Entry Operators, were also told that future salaries will be paid on time. This change helps workers who rely on their monthly income to support their families.

17 Aug, 2026, 3:11 PM Odisha Trainee Bhesamati Naik Invited to Rashtrapati Bhavan

Bhesamati Naik, a resident of Tileimal village in Jharsuguda, recently attended the At-Home reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Her story shows the results of the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana.

In 2016, Bhesamati finished hospitality training through the scheme. She started working in Ooty with a salary of ₹6,000 per month. She now works as an office attendant at IIM Sambalpur and earns ₹35,000 per month. Her path shows how skill training helps rural youth improve their lives.

12 Aug, 2026, 6:11 PM Parliamentary Panel Flags Low Placement Rates in Rural Skilling Schemes

A recent parliamentary standing committee report has raised questions about how well rural skill training schemes work. Since 2014, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) has trained 18 lakh youth. However, nearly one-third of them do not have jobs. The committee, led by MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka, noted that only 12 lakh candidates found work.

Performance issues also affect Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs). Out of 62 lakh people who received training, only 45 lakh started their own work. The Ministry of Rural Development claims an overall job placement rate of 65%. Even so, recent data from 2025-26 shows a drop to 47.7% after the launch of DDU-GKY 2.0. This new version requires people to stay in their jobs for at least six months instead of three.

State performance and trends

Results differ a lot between states. Tamil Nadu has the highest placement rate at 95.3%. Meanwhile, states like Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Bihar are below the national average. Women make up over 52% of all trainees. Helping them move into steady jobs remains a problem that experts watch closely.

12 Aug, 2026, 6:11 PM Parliamentary Panel Reviews DDU-GKY Performance and Placement Gaps

A parliamentary committee report shows that Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana has trained 18.38 lakh rural youth. Out of these, 11.94 lakh found jobs. This is a 65 percent placement rate, which is below the 70 percent target set by the government.

Concerns and recommendations

The committee, led by MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka, is worried about low salaries after training and high dropout rates. They suggested better industry connections and tracking to help people keep their jobs longer. A recent review found that most people earn about Rs 16,500 each month.

The panel asked the government to add green skills like solar technology and sustainable farming to the training. This will help prepare youth for climate-friendly jobs. New rules for DDU-GKY 2.0 start on April 1, 2025. These rules allow for self-employment and gig work to help fill these gaps. People can visit the Kaushal Panjee portal to register for skills.

12 Aug, 2026, 7:01 AM Parliamentary Committee Presents Reports on Rural Development and Land Records

Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka, Chairperson of Standing Committee on Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, recently presented two reports in Lok Sabha. 40th Report evaluates performance of Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana, Deendayal Antyodaya Yojna-National Rural Livelihoods Mission, and RSETIs. It asks for better tracking of jobs, more loan support, and specific help for women and at-risk groups through schemes like Lakhpati Didi.

Land record and property updates

41st Report looks at Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme. It suggests states connect registration and revenue offices to allow automatic online updates for land records. Committee members suggest citizens use digital land records for legal and money-related tasks, which removes the need for paper copies. It also suggests sending electronic alerts to owners to help stop fake land deals.