Key Information at a Glance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. State | Uttar Pradesh |
| 2. Issuing Authority | Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission (UPSDM) |
| 3. Title of Tender/RFP | Expression of Interest (EOI) for Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs) under DDU-GKY 2.0 / PSDM |
| 4. Value of the Tender | Not explicitly mentioned (target-based allocation; fund flow as per DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines) |
| 5. Tender Fee | Not mentioned (likely nil for EOI stage) |
| 6. EMD | Not mentioned (not applicable for EOI; typically required at RFP stage) |
| 7. Last Date | 10-07-2026 upto 11.59 PM |
| 8. Time of Submission | 11.59 PM |
| 9. Mode of Submission | Online via https://kaushal.rural.gov.in |
| 10. Download EOI | 🔗Official Source (Recommended): Available on MoRD Portal: https://kaushal.rural.gov.in/#/eoi ⬇️ Quick Access Copy (Optional): VIEW EOI ⚠️ Note: Always refer to the official website for latest updates and corrigendums |
Detailed Summary of the EOI
Objective
The Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission (UPSDM) invites eligible entities to apply as Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs) under the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 2.0 (also referred to as PSDM). The goal is to provide skill training and placement support to rural youth.
1. Eligibility Criteria for Applicants
To be eligible, an entity must:
- Be a registered legal entity under:
- Indian Trusts Act, Societies Registration Act, Cooperative Societies Act, Companies Act 2013, LLP Act 2008, or
- SHGs and their federations (CLF/BLF), or
- Government / semi-government organizations, or
- NGOs registered with NITI Aayog’s Darpan Portal.
- Be more than 3 years old (except Start-ups).
- Apply under only one category.
- Not franchise, sublet, or outsource any training-related activity.
- Not be blacklisted by any donor agency / State / Central Government.
- Have positive net worth.
- Adhere to UPSDM and DDU-GKY scheme norms (as amended).
2. Ineligible Entities
The following cannot apply:
- Existing PIAs with ongoing recovery proceedings.
- Existing PIAs who failed to place 50% of trained candidates under DDU-GKY 1.0.
- Agencies whose key managerial personnel were earlier associated with defaulting PIAs.
- Sister concerns/subsidiaries of defaulting organizations.
- Agencies whose directors (DIN verified via MCA) were involved in defaulting agencies.
- Agencies blacklisted by any State/Central Government.
- Any consortium (joint applications not allowed).
3. Key Appraisal & Implementation Conditions
| Condition | Detail |
|---|---|
| Compliance | Strict adherence to DDU-GKY Guidelines, SOPs, and UPSDM/MoRD notifications. |
| District Selection | Priority to Aspirational Districts and projects for Special Categories (PwD, Manual Scavengers, Women Headed Households). |
| Social Inclusion Targets | SC: 45%, ST: 1%, Others: 54%, Women: 33%, PwD: 5% |
| Course Duration | Minimum 3 months / 576 hours (Domain: 396 hrs + Non-Domain: 180 hrs). Clubbing of Qualification Packs not allowed, but micro-credentials / independent NOS can be added to meet hours. |
| Placement Mandate | Minimum 70% placement (Wage ≥50%, Self or Gig ≤20%). Cross-sector placement allowed only if salary is ≥20% higher than semi-skilled min wage or ₹12,000 (whichever higher). |
| Minimum Salary | Within India: ₹12,000/month or semi-skilled min wage (higher). Outside India: ₹25,000/month. |
| Placement Verification | Bank statement showing salary/service charges/income transfer. |
| Timeline | Training completion by 31st December 2027; Placement completion by 31st March 2028. |
4. Priority Sectors (Indicative List)
- Retail
- Apparel, Made-ups & Home Furnishing
- Healthcare
- IT-ITeS
- Telecom
- Tourism & Hospitality
- Futuristic Job Roles
Other high-demand sectors may be considered with SRLM approval.
5. Other Important Conditions
- Target allocation based on trade demand, training capacity, past placement performance.
- Fund flow as per DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines.
- UPSDM reserves all rights to allot targets, districts, and trades.
- This EOI is based on a draft SOP from MoRD; amendments may follow final notification.
6. How to Apply
- Portal: https://kaushal.rural.gov.in
- Deadline: Within 30 days of EOI publication.
- Mode: Online only.
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