Seekho Aur Kamao — Minority Skill Scheme

What is Seekho Aur Kamao — Minority Skill Scheme?

Seekho Aur Kamao (Learn & Earn) is a skill development scheme implemented by the Ministry of Minority Affairs specifically for youth from 6 notified minority communities (Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians/Parsis, and Jains). Launched in 2013-14 and revised with enhanced features in 2022-23, the scheme provides: free market-oriented skill training (3-12 months duration) in modern trades (IT, hospitality, healthcare, construction, beauty & wellness, etc.) AND traditional/heritage crafts (chikankari, zardozi, rogan art, bidriware, etc.). Each trained youth receives ₹3,000/month stipend during training (DBT) + 75% mandatory placement (employers/self-employment). Training is conducted through empanelled Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs) — industry partners, NGOs, training institutes. Selection: Candidates selected on merit (AAY/BPL preference) from minority community.

Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive Free skill training 3-12 months + Stipend ₹3,000/month during training (DBT) + 75% placement commitment by training agency + Post-placement tracking for 6 months + Traditional craft skill up-gradation. The scheme was launched in 2013 and is implemented by the Government of India.

Who is Eligible for Seekho Aur Kamao — Minority Skill Scheme?

• ✓Must belong to one of 6 notified minority communities: Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Zoroastrian (Parsi), or Jain
• ✓Age 14-45 years
• ✓Minimum education: Class 5 (for traditional trades), Class 8-10 (for modern market trades)
• ✓Preference: BPL/AAY families, women, Persons with Disabilities
• ✓No income bar — all minority community members eligible (BPL preferred)

Documents Required for Seekho Aur Kamao — Minority Skill Scheme

How to Apply for Seekho Aur Kamao — Minority Skill Scheme Online?

1. 1Check for empanelled Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs) in your district via Ministry of Minority Affairs portal
2. 2Contact PIA directly or register through the ministry's scheme portal
3. 3Submit minority community certificate + Aadhaar + age proof
4. 4Selection is merit-based (BPL priority) — shortlisted candidates called for interview
5. 5Training begins at PIA-run centre OR traditional craft cluster (for heritage skills)
6. 6₹3,000/month stipend credited monthly via DBT to Aadhaar-linked account
7. 7On completion: assessment + placement assistance (75% placement within 3 months)

Frequently Asked Questions — Seekho Aur Kamao — Minority Skill Scheme