Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme (ESDP) is run by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to help young people learn about starting and running businesses. The programme teaches practical knowledge about industry and business activities needed to set up your own small business or enterprise. It aims to support youth in becoming self-employed entrepreneurs.
What You Get
- Training and guidance on starting a business
- Knowledge about industrial and business practices
- Support for self-employment opportunities
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Networking opportunities with other entrepreneurs
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 18–100 years
- Open to youth interested in entrepreneurship
- No specific age limit mentioned in scheme details
- Indian citizens eligible to apply
- No specific income or educational qualification mentioned
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. PAN Card
- 3. Bank Passbook
- 4. Educational Certificate
- 5. Address Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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