AI SummaryUttar Pradesh government is running Kaushal Vikas Yojana for construction workers registered with the UP Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The scheme gives free skill training to registered workers and their family members, and the training is now being arranged through the UP Kaushal Vikas Mission (UPSDM).
Workers who only have on-the-job experience often miss out on better wages and career growth because they lack formal technical training. This scheme covers the training cost and also pays compensation for lost wages during the training period, so families do not have to face money problems while a member learns a new skill. The scheme has been running since 2011 and is still open for applications in 2026.
Kaushal Vikas Yojana - Introduction
Kaushal Vikas Yojana is a state-level scheme of the Labour Department, Uttar Pradesh, run through the UP BOCW Board. Its main aim is to help construction workers move beyond simple on-the-job experience and get proper technical qualifications. The Board covers the institute-fixed training fees, textbooks and stationery, and arranges the training through the UP Kaushal Vikas Mission. Workers who complete the training have to pass an assessment test to get their certificate, which helps them ask for better wages and find better jobs.
Registered workers who take the training themselves also get an amount equal to the minimum wage of an unskilled worker as compensation for the days they spend in training. This support is given only to the registered worker, not to dependents. Interested people can also check the full list of construction worker schemes in the UP Shram Vibhag Yojana list on this website.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Kaushal Vikas Yojana |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| Category | Education & Learning |
| Benefit Type | Composite |
| Nodal Department | Labour Department, Uttar Pradesh |
| Training Through | UP Kaushal Vikas Mission (UPSDM) |
| Help Number | 1800-180-5412 |
| Open Date | 15 July 2011 |
Benefits
People who join this scheme get these main benefits:
- Training fees and materials: the Board pays back the institute-fixed fees, textbooks and required stationery for the training course.
- Free training through UPSDM: training is now arranged by the UP Kaushal Vikas Mission, and no fee is taken from the worker for the training.
- Certification: after finishing the training, candidates have to pass an assessment test to get their government-recognised certificate.
- Wage support: a registered worker who takes the training gets an amount equal to the minimum wage of an unskilled worker for the training days. This applies only to the worker, not to dependents.
Eligibility
Applications are accepted only from residents of Uttar Pradesh. The basic conditions to apply are given below:
- The applicant, or the applicant's spouse or father, must be a registered construction worker with the board, and the worker's contribution must be fully updated.
- A registered worker who wants the training for himself must be between 18 and 35 years of age.
- For dependents, there is no age limit for the wife or an unmarried daughter.
- A dependent son must be 21 years of age or younger.
Application Process
The application process is fully offline. Follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1 - Visit the nearest labour office, the Tehsildar office of your tehsil, or the Block Development Officer (BDO) office in your development block. These offices give the application form for the scheme.
STEP 2 - Take the official application form and fill it out completely with correct personal and registration details.
STEP 3 - Attach the required documents with the form. These include a photocopy of the registration certificate, proof that the worker contributions are updated, and the application form related to the training course you have chosen.
STEP 4 - Submit the completed application at the same office where you collected the form. There is no fee for applying, and the whole process is free.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before you apply:
- A clear photocopy of the worker's registration certificate.
- Proof that the worker contributions have been deposited and are updated.
- The application form related to the training discipline you want to study.
References
For official details, download the official scheme guidelines (PDF) from the UP BOCW portal. The Kaushal Vikas Yojana details page on the UP BOCW portal also has the full scheme information. Training for the scheme is arranged through the UP Kaushal Vikas Mission official website.
FAQ's
What is Kaushal Vikas Yojana?
Kaushal Vikas Yojana is a skill training scheme of the UP government for construction workers registered with the UP BOCW Board. It gives free technical training to workers and their family members so they can get better jobs and better wages.
Is the scheme still running in 2026?
Yes, the scheme is still active. Training under the scheme is now provided through the UP Kaushal Vikas Mission (UPSDM), and no fee is charged for the training.
What are the benefits of this scheme?
The scheme covers the training fees, textbooks and stationery, gives a certificate after passing the assessment test, and pays registered workers an amount equal to the minimum wage of an unskilled worker during training.
Who can apply for the scheme?
Registered construction workers of Uttar Pradesh and their eligible family members. The worker's registration and contributions must be updated.
What is the age limit for a worker?
A registered worker applying for himself must be between 18 and 35 years old. There is no age limit for a dependent wife or unmarried daughter, while a dependent son must be 21 years or younger.
How to apply for Kaushal Vikas Yojana?
Visit your nearest labour office, Tehsildar office or Block Development Officer office, collect the application form, fill it out, attach the required documents and submit it at the same office. The process is free.
What documents are required?
You need a photocopy of the registration certificate, proof of updated worker contributions, and the application form of the training course you have chosen.
Is there any fee to apply?
No, the registration and application process is completely free. The board has also asked people not to pay anyone who demands money in the name of the scheme.
Can people from other states apply?
No, this scheme is only for residents of Uttar Pradesh and workers registered with the UP BOCW Board.
What is the official helpline number?
The UP BOCW Board toll-free number is 1800-180-5412. You can also email the board at upbocwboardlko@gmail.com for help.