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Jammu & Kashmir · Skill / Employment / Youth

HIMAYAT — Skill & Placement Programme (J&K)

Also known as: HIMAYAT — Skill & Placement Programme · HIMAYAT · HIMAYAT Jammu & Kashmir · हिमायत — कौशल एवं नियोजन कार्यक्रम

J&K Rural Development Dept. — HIMAYAT (MoRD)
Benefit
Free skill training of 3–12 months for J&K youth aged 15–35 in 40+ trades — IT/ITeS, banking, retail, hospitality, beauty & wellness, electronics, construction, healthcare, and tourism; 100% training cost borne by government; ₹1,000–2,500/month stipend during training; post-training placement support with minimum ₹10,000/month salary guaranteed; special focus on youth from militancy-affected districts; training conducted at empanelled institutes across India

At a glance

SchemeHIMAYAT — Skill & Placement Programme (J&K)
ForSkill / Employment / Youth
WhereJammu & Kashmir
DepartmentJ&K Rural Development Dept. — HIMAYAT (MoRD)
How to applyOnline
Info checked2026-10-10

Who Can Apply

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Required Documents

How to Apply

Apply online on the official government website (link below).

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for HIMAYAT — Skill & Placement Programme (J&K)?

Resident of Jammu & Kashmir. For: Students, General public. Family income up to ₹6 lakh a year.

What is the benefit of HIMAYAT — Skill & Placement Programme (J&K)?

Free skill training of 3–12 months for J&K youth aged 15–35 in 40+ trades — IT/ITeS, banking, retail, hospitality, beauty & wellness, electronics, construction, healthcare, and tourism; 100% training cost borne by government; ₹1,000–2,500/month stipend during training; post-training placement support with minimum ₹10,000/month salary guaranteed; special focus on youth from militancy-affected districts; training conducted at empanelled institutes across India

What documents are needed for HIMAYAT — Skill & Placement Programme (J&K)?

Aadhaar Card, Domicile Certificate (J&K), Educational Certificates (as per trade eligibility), Bank Account (Aadhaar-linked — for stipend), Passport Photo, Mobile Number, Income Certificate (for priority allocation in affected districts).

How do I apply for HIMAYAT — Skill & Placement Programme (J&K)?

Apply online on the official website: https://jkhimayat.nic.in/

How can I check if I am eligible for HIMAYAT — Skill & Placement Programme (J&K)?

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Official link last checked: 2026-10-10