{"id":4089,"date":"2025-01-09T12:51:20","date_gmt":"2025-01-09T07:21:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/indianlawsociety.com\/?p=4089"},"modified":"2025-01-13T18:43:36","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T13:13:36","slug":"setting-up-pradhan-mantri-kaushal-kendras-pmkks-a-guide-to-the-guidelines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/karma.law\/insights\/law-library\/setting-up-pradhan-mantri-kaushal-kendras-pmkks-a-guide-to-the-guidelines\/","title":{"rendered":"Setting Up Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras (PMKKs): A Guide to the Guidelines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra (PMKK) initiative aims to establish visible and aspirational model training centers across India. These centers are envisioned as best-in-class skill development hubs, running industry-driven courses with a focus on employability. This piece explores the guidelines for setting up PMKKs, covering key aspects such as infrastructure, eligibility, and implementation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Background and Context<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) aims to create quality, for-profit vocational institutions through the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). PMKKs are designed to be state-of-the-art training centers, providing competency-based skill development training, focusing on quality, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Key Objectives of PMKKs<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">PMKKs are designed to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Create benchmark institutions for competency-based skill development training.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Focus on quality, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement in skills delivery.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Transform the skill training model into a sustainable institutional framework.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Key Features of PMKKs<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">PMKKs are characterized by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Aspirational Value:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0They are designed to be visible and aspirational model training centers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Industry-Driven Courses:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0They offer courses that are aligned with industry needs and focused on employability.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Quality Infrastructure:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0They adhere to specific infrastructure and branding guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Emphasis on Outcomes:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0They focus on achieving measurable outcomes in terms of skill development and placement.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">PMKK Stakeholders<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The key stakeholders involved in PMKKs include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Training Providers (TPs):<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Entities responsible for setting up and operating PMKKs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Corporate Entities:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Companies that can set up PMKKs, often related to their core business.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)\/State Public Sector Undertakings (SPSUs):<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Government entities that can establish PMKKs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Industry Associations:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Organizations representing specific industries that can set up PMKKs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Project Components<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The PMKK project encompasses several key components:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Coverage:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0PMKKs are set up in clusters of districts, non-clustered states\/UTs, and Parliamentary Constituencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Infrastructure:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0PMKKs are categorized based on district population, with specific requirements for center size, classrooms, labs, and other facilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Financial Support:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0NSDC provides secured loans for PMKK establishment, with interest rates varying based on district category.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Training Delivery:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0PMKKs are provided with a training mandate under PMKVY or its successor schemes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Infrastructure Norms for PMKKs<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">PMKKs must adhere to specific infrastructure norms, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Center Size:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Minimum area requirements based on category (A, B, or C).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Ownership:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Clear ownership or lease agreements for the premises.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Open Area:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Specific requirements for open areas within the boundary wall.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Parking:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Adequate parking space for vehicles.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Approach:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Accessibility through major roads and public transport.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Classrooms:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Minimum number of classrooms with specific dimensions.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Labs:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Minimum number of training labs with specified equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Other Facilities:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Reception area, counselling room, washrooms, and other amenities.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Branding Norms<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">PMKKs are required to adhere to standard branding guidelines, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Signage:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Specific design and dimensions for signage boards.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Banners:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Standard designs for banners and main gate displays.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Paint Scheme:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Specific color schemes for exterior and interior walls.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Notice Boards:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Display of course details, success stories, and other relevant information.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Financial Support<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Secured Loan:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0NSDC provides a secured loan up to \u20b970 lakhs per PMKK.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Interest Rates:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Interest rates vary based on the category of the district (6%, 3%, or 0%).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Repayment Period:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0The loan is to be repaid within 4 years, including a 1-year moratorium.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Capital Expenditure:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Loans are provided for training infrastructure, equipment, and internal renovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Promoter Contribution:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0A minimum of 25% of the project cost must be contributed by the promoter.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Implementation Mechanism<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The implementation process involves:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Two-Stage Evaluation:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0A two-stage process of desk evaluation and due diligence for selecting training providers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Sub-Committee and Steering Committee:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0A sub-committee and a steering committee evaluate and approve proposals.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Agreement between TP and NSDC:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0An agreement is signed between the training provider and NSDC.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Implementation Monitoring:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0NSDC monitors financial and technical aspects of the project.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Social Monitoring:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Trainings are monitored as per PMKVY guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Center Roll-Out:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0The center roll-out process involves location sign-off, superstructure sign-off, and center sign-off.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Performance Linked Incentives<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">PMKKs are eligible for performance-linked incentives, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Training mandates under PMKVY or its successor schemes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Residential support as per PMKVY norms.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Training targets under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Opportunities to access CSR mandates.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Permission to deliver internationally benchmarked training programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Training Delivery<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Training Cost Norms:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Training costs are determined based on norms prescribed by MSDE.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Trainee Eligibility:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Trainees must meet the eligibility criteria of the applicable skill program.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Trainer Eligibility:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Trainers must have minimum qualifications and experience as prescribed by SSCs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Content Specifications:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Courses must be aligned with NSQF QP NOS.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Training Delivery Norms:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Training duration and quality norms are as per the applicable scheme guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Assessment and Certification:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Assessments are conducted by third-party agencies, and certificates are maintained for five years.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Placement Norms:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Placement guidelines are as per common norms and applicable scheme guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Support for Industry Internships and OJT:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0On-the-job training is an integral part of the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Sustainability Model:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0PMKKs are expected to become self-sustainable in the long term.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra (PMKK) guidelines provide a comprehensive framework for establishing high-quality skill development centers across India. By adhering to these guidelines, training providers can contribute to the Skill India Mission, empowering youth with relevant skills and enhancing their employability. 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