Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY)
The Skill Development Initiative Scheme (SDIS) or Modular Employable Skills (MES) under the Indian government is aimed at improving the employability of the Indian workforce by providing vocational training. It is a public-private partnership between the government and industry to promote skills development programs for early school dropouts and existing workers, especially in the unorganized sector. The main goal is to provide employable skills and test and certify existing skills for school leavers, workers, ITI graduates, and those withdrawn as child labor. The scheme provides modular, flexible vocational training in various sectors with industry-recognized certification, encouraging entrepreneurship and self-employment.
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Check Eligibility
Review all eligibility criteria on this page — turnover, Udyam class, sector, and special conditions.
Prepare Documents
Gather the items from the document checklist above. Incomplete documents are the most common rejection reason.
Submit Application
Apply via the official government portal or the implementing agency listed on this page.
Verification
Officials verify your application and documents. Respond promptly to any queries to avoid delays.
Approval
Receive a sanction letter or approval communication from the implementing agency.
Disbursement
Subsidy or loan credited to your designated bank account (typically 30–90 days after approval).
These are general steps. Check the official portal for scheme-specific requirements.