Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) 2015

Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY): -The Union Cabinet approved the PMKVY on 19 March 2015 with an outlay of 1500 crore rupees -The programme aims to impart skill training to youth with focus on first time entrants to the labour market and class 10 and class 12 drop outs. -Implemented by the new Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship through the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). -The scheme will cover 24 lakh persons.

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) -An autonomous body under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India, which coordinates and harmonizes the skill development