The IT Saksham Yuva Scheme, launched by the Citizen Resources Information Department of the Government of Haryana, is designed to create employment opportunities for youth from engineering and IT backgrounds. The scheme provides short-term IT training under the Haryana IT Program through recognized agencies such as HARTRON, HKCL, SVSU, or other notified agencies. It aims to upgrade digital skills, enhance employability, and foster entrepreneurial initiatives among graduates and postgraduates, thereby positioning Haryana as a leading IT powerhouse and strengthening e-governance in the state.
Objectives
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Skill Enhancement:
To provide specialized IT training to unemployed youths from engineering and IT backgrounds. -
Employment Generation:
To create job opportunities in various government and private sectors by equipping candidates with the necessary digital literacy and technical skills. -
Entrepreneurship Support:
To support budding entrepreneurs with startup assistance after one year of employment. -
Digital Readiness:
To prepare youth for the digital economy through targeted, short-term IT courses.
Training Courses Offered
The scheme offers a range of IT courses, including:
- Secure coding in Java, DotNet, PHP, etc.
- Database Administration (SQL, PostgreSQL, etc.)
- UI/UX and web design
- Networking (Network support, LAN/WAN)
- Server Administration (Microsoft/Linux)
- Web and mobile application development
- Digital Marketing & Social Media Handling
- Additional courses in emerging technologies as needed
Benefits
- Remuneration:
- For the first 6 months: ₹20,000 per month
- From the 7th month onwards: ₹25,000 per month
- Unemployment Allowance:
If a candidate passes the assessment test but is awaiting deployment, an allowance of ₹10,000 per month is provided. - Employment Duration:
Eligible candidates are offered employment for up to 2 years. - Startup/Entrepreneur Support:
After one year of employment, opportunities for entrepreneurial or startup support are available based on performance and merit.
Eligibility
- Domicile:
Applicant must be a domicile of Haryana and possess a valid Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP ID). - Age:
18 to 35 years. Once the applicant crosses 35, the remuneration is discontinued. - Educational Qualification:
Must be a graduate or postgraduate (B.Tech./BCA/BSc. IT for undergraduates; M.E./M.Tech./MCA/MSc IT/MBA IT for postgraduates) from a recognized institute/college/university. - Employment Status:
Applicants must be unemployed at the time of application. - Income Criteria:
The annual family income of the candidate should not exceed ₹3 lakhs to be eligible for the unemployment allowance.
Application Process
Mode: Online
- Registration:
- Visit the official IT Saksham Yuva website.
- Click on ‘Candidate Corner’ and register under the ‘Register Here’ tab.
- Enter your Family ID details and verify via OTP.
- Form Completion:
- Complete the registration form by providing basic details, education details, and IT course selection.
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph.
- Fee Payment:
- Submit the required application fee.
- Submission:
- Submit your application online. Alternatively, you may fill a printed proforma and email it to [email protected] (if specified).
- Notification:
- Applicants will be notified about their application status via the online portal.
Documents Required
- Identity proof and valid PPP ID (Parivar Pehchan Patra)
- Domicile Certificate
- Educational Certificates
- Passport-sized Photograph
- Proof of Age
- Income Certificate (to confirm the family income does not exceed ₹3 lakhs)
- Any other documents as required by the scheme
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What are the key benefits?
The scheme provides digital literacy and IT skills training, job opportunities, and unemployment allowances, along with potential entrepreneurial support. -
Is the scheme free?
Yes, the training and placement under the scheme are provided free of cost to eligible candidates. -
What is the remuneration?
Candidates receive ₹20,000 per month for the first 6 months and ₹25,000 per month thereafter. -
When is the unemployment allowance paid?
It is paid at ₹10,000 per month if the candidate passes the assessment test and is awaiting deployment. -
Who is eligible?
Domicile residents of Haryana, aged 18-35, with a graduate or postgraduate degree in engineering or IT, and with an annual family income below ₹3 lakhs. Already employed individuals are not eligible. -
How can I apply?
Applications are submitted online through the official IT Saksham Yuva website under the Candidate Corner section. -
Is there an application fee?
Yes, check the official website for details on the application fee. -
How will I know if my application is accepted?
Notification of application status will be provided online via the candidate’s portal account.