- PM-DAKSH YOJANA focuses on skill development and social and economic support for marginalized groups including SC, OBC, EWS, DNTs, and Safai Karamcharis.
- OBC and EWS candidates with annual family income below Rs. 3 lakh can apply; no income limit for SC, DNTs, and Safai Karamcharis.
- The scheme has a budget of Rs. 450 crore from 2021-22 to 2025-26, with Rs. 130 crore set aside for 2025-26.
Pradhan Mantri DAKSH Scheme, known as PM-DAKSH YOJANA, plays an important role in helping socially and economically marginalized groups improve their skills and get better jobs. This scheme especially helps Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Castes, Economically Weaker Sections, De-notified Tribes, and Safai Karamcharis, including waste pickers, focusing on improving their social and economic conditions. If you want to know more or apply for PM-DAKSH YOJANA, important information about who can apply, its goals, and financial help is shared below.
Who Benefits from PM-DAKSH Yojana?
The PM-DAKSH YOJANA supports several disadvantaged groups that face challenges in employment and economic growth. These groups include:
- Scheduled Castes (SCs)
- Other Backward Castes (OBCs)
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
- De-notified Tribes (DNTs)
- Safai Karamcharis and Waste Pickers
By focusing on these communities, the scheme aims to provide skills needed to get both wage jobs and chances for self-employment, which are important for long-term economic progress.
Eligibility Criteria and Income Limits
To take part in the PM-DAKSH YOJANA, eligibility depends on your community and family income:
- OBC and EWS candidates must have a yearly family income under Rs. 3 lakh to qualify for training.
- SC, DNTs, and Safai Karamcharis (including Waste Pickers) have no income limits, giving them easier access to the scheme’s benefits.
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This open approach makes sure that the poorest in these groups get priority for skill development.
Main Goals of PM-DAKSH Yojana
The key aims of PM-DAKSH YOJANA are:
- Improving skills in targeted groups to boost employment chances.
- Helping in getting both wage jobs and self-employment.
- Supporting social and economic progress of marginalized communities.
- Reducing economic differences by offering skill-based training and support.
The scheme understands that many people in these groups have limited economic resources, so focused help is needed to improve their livelihoods.
Financial Support and Budget Allocation
The scheme has received strong government funding to meet its goals effectively:
| Financial Year | Budget Allocation (in Rs. Crore) |
|---|---|
| 2021-22 to 2025-26 (Total) | 450 |
| Budget Estimate for 2025-26 | 130 |
This funding is very important for organizing training programs, reaching out, and providing support services to those benefiting from PM-DAKSH YOJANA.
This update was shared by Shri B.L. Verma, Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, in a written reply to a Lok Sabha question on 30 July 2025. If you belong to any of the eligible groups, you should check out this scheme to improve your skills and job opportunities.