About the Scheme
A comprehensive government initiative aimed at imparting essential digital literacy skills to citizens, particularly in rural and underserved areas, to bridge the digital divide and foster inclusive growth in the digital economy.
Target Beneficiaries: 52.5 lakh citizens (including Anganwadi/ASHA workers, ration dealers, and one person per eligible household) across all states/UTs for basic ICT skills training under Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (DISHA)
Implementing Agency: National Digital Literacy Mission (NDLM) under MeitY
Key Features
- Modular training courses covering basic computer operations, internet usage, email, and digital financial services.
- Training delivered through designated Common Service Centres (CSCs) and accredited training partners.
- Certification provided upon successful completion of the course and assessment.
- Emphasis on practical, hands-on learning and localized content in regional languages.
- Special focus on women, SC/ST, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
- Integration with other government initiatives like Digital India and Skill India.
Eligibility Criteria
- Any citizen of India aged between 14 and 60 years.
- Priority given to non-digitally literate households.
- Beneficiaries should not have received prior digital literacy training under any other government scheme.
- Preference for individuals from rural areas, SC/ST, minorities, and BPL households.