Central GovernmentSocial Welfare

National Action Plan for Skill Development of Persons with Disabilities

✓ Information verified — April 2026
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

The National Action Plan for Skill Development of Persons with Disabilities is a central government program run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It provides vocational training and skill development opportunities specifically designed for persons with disabilities (PwDs). The scheme aims to equip PwDs with job-ready skills so they can find meaningful employment and contribute actively to society.

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What You Get

  • Free or subsidized vocational skill training courses
  • Job placement assistance after training completion
  • Training in various trades and occupations suited to different disability types
  • Counseling and career guidance services
  • Support to gain employment and become self-reliant

Who Can Apply

  • Gender: Male only
  • Age: 15–59 years
  • Must be a person with disability (PwD) as per government definition
  • Indian citizen
  • Age eligibility as per scheme guidelines
  • No upper age limit specified for PwDs
  • Open to persons with all types of disabilities including physical, sensory, mental, and multiple disabilities

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Disability Certificate
  3. 3. Identity Proof
  4. 4. Bank Passbook
  5. 5. Educational Certificates
  6. 6. Address Proof

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
Category
Social Welfare
Target Gender
Male
Age Group
15–59 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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