Utkarsh Bangla
Managed by: Technical Education, Training & Skill Development Department (West Bengal Society for Skill Development (PBSSD))
About the Scheme
Utkarsh Bangla provides free vocational and skill development training to school and college dropouts and unemployed youth in West Bengal.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •Free vocational training in high-demand trades (IT, hospitality, healthcare, tailoring, automotive)
- •Certified credentials from the state skill council
- •Placement opportunities and industry linkages post-course
Eligibility Criteria
Additional Prerequisites
- Must have completed minimum educational qualification as specified for the chosen vocational course
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
Register on the PBSSD Portal (pbssd.gov.in) and choose courses
Visit the nearest government-run training center or block office
Who Should Apply?
- ✓Unemployed youth or dropouts in WB seeking placement vocational skills
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗Highly settled professionals
- ✗Full-time students in other institutions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are the vocational courses under Utkarsh Bangla free?
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