Key Information at a Glance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. State | Rajasthan |
| 2. Issuing Authority | Rajasthan Skill and Livelihoods Development Corporation (RSLDC) |
| 3. Title of Tender/EOI | EOI for Submission of Project Proposals under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 2.0, Rajasthan (Financial Year 2026-28) |
| 4. Value of the Tender | Not explicitly stated in the EOI |
| 5. Tender Fee (Non-refundable) | ₹29,500 (including 18% GST) for initial screening; additional ₹1,29,500 (including 18% GST) for Quality Appraisal (if shortlisted) |
| 6. EMD (Performance Security Deposit) | ₹5,00,000 (Rupees Five Lakh only) per SDC – to be submitted as Bank Guarantee at the time of signing MoU (refundable upon completion) |
| 7. Last Date | Within 21 calendar days from the date of publication of the EoI |
| 8. Time of Submission | 11:59 PM |
| 9. Mode of Submission | Online via https://kaushal.rural.gov.in/#/home + Hard copy of Annexure-E & supporting documents within 5 days after last date of online submission |
| 10. Download Tender/EOI | 🔗Official Source (Recommended): Available on MoRD portal: https://kaushal.rural.gov.in/#/eoi ⬇️ Quick Access Copy (Optional): DOWNLOAD ⚠️ Note: Always refer to the official website for latest updates and corrigendums. |
Detailed Summary of the EOI (DDU-GKY 2.0, Rajasthan 2026-28)
1. Overview
The Rajasthan Skill and Livelihoods Development Corporation (RSLDC) invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from eligible Project Implementation Agencies (PIAs) for skilling rural youth under DDU-GKY 2.0 for FY 2026-28. The appraisal agency is NIRDPR, Hyderabad.
2. Categories of PIAs (4 types)
- A. Captive Employers
- B. Existing PIAs with >50% placement record in DDU-GKY
- C. Skilling Agencies with no DDU-GKY experience
- D. Start-ups for Skilling (recognized by DIPP, Ministry of Commerce & Industry)
3. Eligibility Criteria
Entity must be:
- Registered under Trust/Society/Cooperative/Companies Act 2013/LLP Act 2008, OR SHG federations, OR Govt/Semi-Govt organization.
- NGOs must be registered on NITI Aayog’s Darpan Portal.
- >3 years old (except Start-ups).
Not eligible:
- PIAs with ongoing recovery proceedings.
- PIAs that placed <50% trained candidates in DDU-GKY 1.0.
- Agencies with defaulting directors (DIN to be verified via MCA).
- Blacklisted agencies, sister concerns of defaulting entities, or consortia (not allowed).
4. Target Allocation & Reservations
- Category A: 12,381 candidates
- Categories B, C, D: 49,527 candidates
- PWD (Persons with Disabilities): Separate projects allowed (as per Notification No. 43/2017)
- Mandatory minimum sub-targets:
- Schedule Caste (SC): 20%
- Schedule Tribe (ST): 14%
- Women: 33%
5. Financial & Security Details
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial Screening Fee | ₹29,500 (incl. GST) – non-refundable |
| Quality Appraisal Fee | ₹1,29,500 (incl. GST) – non-refundable |
| Performance Security Deposit (PSD) | ₹5,00,000 per SDC (Bank Guarantee) – refundable |
6. Key Implementation Conditions
- First batch start: On or before 31 October 2026
- All training/OJT end by: 31 December 2027
- Training duration: Minimum 3 months / 576 hours (Domain 396 hrs + Non-domain 180 hrs)
- No clubbing of Qualification Packs; independent NOS/micro-credentials allowed to meet hours.
- IP cameras mandatory at SDC; access to be provided to RSLDC.
- Random physical verification of placements by RSLDC.
7. Placement & Remuneration Norms
- Core outcome: Minimum 70% placement (Wage: min 50%, Self-Employment: max 20%, Gig: allowed)
- Cross-sector placement allowed only if salary is ≥20% higher than semi-skilled minimum wage or ₹10,000/month (whichever higher).
- Minimum monthly remuneration:
- Within India: ₹10,000 or semi-skilled minimum wage (whichever higher)
- Outside India: ₹25,000
- Placement proof: Bank statement showing salary/service charges/income.
8. District & Trade Preferences (Incentives)
Preference given to PIAs who choose:
- ODOP districts (One District One Product – Annexure-AA)
- Preferential districts (Annexure-IB)
- Aspirational blocks (Annexure-C)
- Emerging sectors / future skill courses (Annexure-D)
9. Proposal Submission Limits & Process
- Max 3 proposals per PIA.
- Submit online on https://kaushal.rural.gov.in/#/home within 21 calendar days from EOI publication date.
- Hard copy of Annexure-E (Declaration) + supporting documents to be submitted within 5 days after last date of online submission.
10. Appraisal & Approval
- Initial screening by NIRDPR, then Quality Appraisal.
- Project Approval Committee (PAC) of RSLDC has final authority on approvals based on budget, sector, district capping, etc. Decisions are final and binding.
11. Special Terms (Annexure-F – Key excerpts)
- Monitoring: SRLM/SSDM to facilitate and monitor; PIA responsible for all implementation, quality, and record-keeping.
- Record retention: Minimum 8 years after project closure.
- Penalty: Up to 10% of total project cost for non-performance/breach.
- Interest on recovery: 18% per annum.
- Debarment, suspension, termination clauses with notice periods (30 days by RSLDC, 60 days by PIA).
- No sub-contracting without written approval.
- Amendment clause: RSLDC can amend terms with prior notice.
12. Important Annexures Referenced
- Annexure-AA: ODOP districts & trades (e.g., Ajmer – Granite/Marble Carving, Jaipur – Gem/Jewellery, Kota – Kota Doria, etc.)
- Annexure-B: Aspirational, TADD, Desert, Border districts
- Annexure-C: List of 27 Aspirational Blocks (NITI Aayog) + 41 Guru Golwalkar Blocks
- Annexure-D: Emerging sectors/future skill courses
- Annexure-E: Declaration to be printed on PIA letterhead (includes proposal details, placement tie-ups, work schedule, trainer details)
- Annexure-F: Special Terms & Conditions (detailed legal and operational clauses)
13. Cautions & Compliance Notes
- PRN registration mandatory for all PIAs (new & existing) for DDU-GKY 2.0.
- Trade validity must be verified on Kaushal Rural Portal – entire responsibility lies with PIA.
- All fees non-refundable under any circumstances (rejection/withdrawal/non-selection).
- Consortium not allowed.
- Any discrepancy in declaration can lead to disqualification at any stage.
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