Employability Excellence with College Education & Learning (EXCEL)
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Skills & Employment,Training and Skill Up-gradation,Career information
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The EXCEL program is a skill development initiative by the Jharkhand Government targeting 10+2 pass-out or university-level students. It integrates skill training with traditional education programs in colleges to improve employability.
Benefit Type
In Kind
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a student. 1. The student must have completed their 12th education. 1. Open to university students, former pass-outs, and non-college-going youth from the community are eligibile.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
> Candidate registration by TSP: - The candidate visits the nearest <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Training Service Provide Center" nis:value=https://jsdm.jharkhand.gov.in/jsdm/cms/en/ nis:enabled=true/> for registration under the "Mukhymantri Sarthi Yojna" scheme. NOTE: Candidate registration would be Aadhaar-based & hence Aadhaar number at the time of candidate registration would be mandatory.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card.
- Educational Certificate.
- Residential Certificate.
- Passport-sized Photograph.
FAQs
What is the main objective of the EXCEL program?
To enhance the employability of youth through skill-based training integrated with traditional education.
Who is eligible for this scheme?
10+2 pass-outs, university students, former students, and community youth.
What kind of skills are taught under EXCEL?
Life skills, spoken English, computer skills, and domain-specific skills.
Where is the training conducted?
Training is conducted within college campuses.
Is the program free of cost?
Yes, the program is free of cost for eligible candidates.
What is the duration of the training?
The minimum course duration is 210 hours.
Which colleges are part of this initiative?
Government, constituent, and private colleges under state universities.
How many students are targeted annually?
The program aims to train 10,000 students per year.
How are TSPs selected?
Through a Request for Proposal (RFP) floated by JSDMS.
Is the training linked to job placements?
The training is designed to improve employability but may not guarantee placements.
How is the training managed?
Training is managed by empanelled TSPs in collaboration with JSDMS.
What is the program's target over four years?
The program targets training 51,000 students in 100 colleges across five state universities.