"Training in Silk" Component of the "Development of Silk" Scheme
✓ Information verified — April 2026This is a skill development scheme run by the Government of Puducherry to train rural youth in traditional silk weaving. It offers a comprehensive one-year training program to equip participants with practical silk weaving skills. The scheme aims to revive the silk weaving industry in Puducherry, create employment opportunities, and support the growth of silk and silk-based businesses.
What You Get
- Free one-year training in silk weaving techniques
- Practical skills development for employment
- Job placement assistance in silk industry
- Support for self-employment in silk weaving
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 18–35 years
- Residence: Puducherry residents only
- Preference for rural youth and semi-skilled workers
- Open to individuals interested in silk weaving
- Minimum educational qualification may apply (typically 8th pass)
- Age criteria may apply (typically 18 years and above)
- Resident of Puducherry state
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Proof of Residence
- 3. Educational Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Passport Size Photo
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
- Puducherry
- Category
- Employment
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 18–35 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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