PM-SETU Scheme

Full Form

Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability through Upgraded ITIs

Ministry

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

Objective

To transform India's Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and make vocational training more relevant to industry.

Major Objectives

  • Modernise ITI infrastructure
  • Industry-aligned curriculum
  • Modern machines and laboratories
  • Smart classrooms
  • Industry linkages
  • New-age courses
  • Strengthen National Skill Training Institutes

 

Components

Component I

  • Upgradation of 1,000 Government ITIs
  • 200 Hub ITIs
  • 800 Spoke ITIs
  • Hub-and-spoke model

Significance

Addresses:

  • Skill mismatch
  • Employability
  • Industry demand
  • Quality of vocational education

Prelims: PM-SETU → Skill Development → ITIs → Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship.