Who will bear the cost of the accommodations provided to the students?
The cost for boarding and lodging will be borne by the scheme as per Common Cost Norm (CCN).
Note* TPs should be eligible as per CCN or must have approval for B&L from EC / Competent Authority.
What are the criteria to achieve pay-out milestones for Skill India Centers?
Training cost will be paid in three tranches on achieving 3 different milestones.
i. Tranche 1 (30%): On Commencement of training
ii. Tranche 2 (30%): On batch achieving 70% AEBAS attendance once and 50 % of the training is over.
iii. Tranche 3 (40%): On Certification (passed candidates only)
iv. Additionally, 50% of the approved Discounted CCN cost will be paid for OJT Hours
What are the costs for different categories under Skill India Centers?
Payment will be as per Common Cost Norms (CCN) and category wise cost is given below and attaching job role wise category sheet.
S. No. Category Updated Base Cost under PMKVY 4.0 (discounted by 33.60%)
1 I 32.54
2 II 27.89
3 III 23.31
If the institutes are not able to achieve the target allocated to them, will it have any repercussions?
There are no repercussions on institutes if they are not able to achieve the set target. However, institutes are encouraged to achieve what has been allocated to them. The performance of the institutes will be analysed and shall make the basis for subsequent allocations in the next FY.
Is there a time gap required for candidates to re-enrol themselves?
There must be a minimum gap of six months between the date of certification and the start date of a subsequent course.
Note: A candidate will be eligible to enroll in a higher NSQF level course only after completing the previous course.
Can a Candidate mark attendance if he/she does not have an Aadhaar number?
The scheme mandates usage of Aadhar Enabled Biometric Attendance (AEBAS) system at training centres to monitor the attendance of candidates. Without Aadhaar number the candidate will not be able to mark their attendance.
What should be the minimum attendance criteria for the
Minimum 50% of biometric attendance is required for each candidate to appear in all types of training to make the trainee eligible for the assessment.
How will the attendance be captured?
The attendance will be captured in two different forms:
i. Aadhar Enabled Biometric Attendance System (AEBAS)
ii. Physical attendance through daily attendance register
Is attendance capturing through Aadhar Enabled Biometric Attendance System (AEBAS) compulsory?
Yes, AEBAS is compulsory.
How will the QR based digital certificate be provided to the candidates?
QR based digital certificate will be provided through the following means:
i. Directly on Digi-locker
ii. Certificate link on email id & mobile number
iii. Profile page in the mobile app
iv. Certificate will also be available in the TC login