- Provides placement-linked short-term skill training aligned to industry demand.
- Sets up Skill Hubs in higher education institutions so students gain job-ready skills alongside their degree.
- Trains youth in emerging digital fields like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, data analytics and cybersecurity.
- Supports overseas jobs through foreign language training, visa, travel and post-placement assistance.
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Summary of the Scheme
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| Name of Scheme | Odisha Dakshyata Vikas Yojana |
| Launch Year | 2026 |
| Benefits | Industry-oriented skill training, digital skills development and employment support |
| Beneficiary | State Youth seeking skill development and employment opportunities |
| Nodal Agency | Skill Development and Technical Education Department, Government of Odisha |
| Subscription | Subscribe here to get Update Regarding Scheme |
| Mode of Apply | Not yet officially confirmed |
Odisha Dakshyata Vikas Yojana: ₹450 Crore Skill Training Plan for 4.2 Lakh Youth
Odisha has approved a large skill development scheme to help young people get jobs in India and abroad. The Odisha Dakshyata Vikas Yojana combines placement-linked training, digital skills, skill hubs in colleges and overseas employment support.
Not open for applications yet. The scheme received Cabinet approval on 13 October 2026 and is awaiting its operational guidelines. No portal, form, helpline or application date has been announced. Everything below describes the government’s plans, and details may change when the official guidelines are issued.
What is the scheme?
The Odisha Government approved the Dakshyata Vikas Yojana on 13 October 2026 to improve youth employability. The Cabinet approved an outlay of ₹450 crore, aiming to benefit about 4.2 lakh youth. The nodal agency is the Skill Development and Technical Education (SD&TE) Department.
Scheme at a glance
| Launch year | 2026 |
| Outlay | ₹450 crore |
| Target | About 4.2 lakh youth |
| Who it is for | Youth of Odisha seeking skills and jobs |
| Nodal agency | Skill Development and Technical Education Department, Government of Odisha |
| Mode of application | Not yet officially confirmed |
Planned components
| Component | What is planned | Target |
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| Placement-linked short-term skill training | Short-term, industry-oriented training | 1.17 lakh youth |
| Digital skill development | AI, cloud computing, data analytics, cybersecurity | 3 lakh youth |
| Skill Hubs in higher education institutions | NSQF-aligned, placement-linked courses alongside a regular degree, in line with NEP 2020 | Not confirmed |
| Overseas employment support | Foreign-language training (including German and Japanese), cultural orientation, certification support, visa assistance, travel support and post-placement services | Not confirmed |
| Specialised skill training | Projects for persons with disabilities, transgender persons, jail inmates and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) | Not confirmed |
| Digital monitoring | A Skilled-in-Odisha Digital Hub to track candidates and monitor outcomes | Not applicable |
Skills covered
- Artificial intelligence
- Cloud computing
- Data analytics
- Cybersecurity
- Industry-oriented technical skills (the full list of trades is not confirmed)
- German and Japanese language skills for overseas jobs
- Cultural orientation for overseas workplaces
Who will be eligible?
Only broad indications exist so far:
- The scheme is meant for the youth of Odisha.
- Students in higher education institutions in the state are a named target group for the Skill Hub courses.
- Persons with disabilities, transgender persons, jail inmates and PVTG members are covered through targeted projects.
Not yet announced: age limit, income ceiling, minimum educational qualification and domicile conditions. Detailed criteria will come with the department’s guidelines.
Documents
No checklist has been published. Overseas placement will naturally involve passport and visa papers, but nothing is official yet. Don’t rely on unofficial lists circulating online.
How to apply
There is no application process yet. No portal or form is live, and it hasn’t been stated whether applications will be online, offline or both.
- For Skill Hub courses, enrolment is expected to run through your own college rather than a public window. This is not officially confirmed.
- The Skilled-in-Odisha Digital Hub is meant for tracking and monitoring, not for applications.
- Watch the SD&TE Department website for the notification with application details.
Related schemes
- PM Internship Scheme (central): places candidates in India’s top 500 companies for paid corporate work experience.
- Odisha Sudakshya Scholarship Scheme: supports eligible girl students in ITI, Polytechnic and Diploma courses.
Need help?
No helpline has been shared for this scheme yet. Check the Skill Development and Technical Education Department website and the Directorate of Technical Education and Training, Odisha, for updates.
Frequently asked questions
Is the scheme open for registration?
No. It is awaiting operational guidelines, and no portal or form is live.
How many youth will benefit?
About 4.2 lakh: 1.17 lakh through placement-linked training and 3 lakh through digital skill training.
Will college students benefit?
Yes. Skill Hubs in higher education institutions are meant to let students learn job-ready skills alongside their degree.
Does it support overseas jobs?
Yes. Planned support includes foreign-language training, cultural orientation, certification, visa assistance, travel support and post-placement services.
Which digital skills are covered?
AI, cloud computing, data analytics and cybersecurity.