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SAMARTH Scheme

Ministry of TextilesactiveemploymentLaunched: 2017-01-01

About the Scheme

The SAMARTH (Scheme for Capacity Building in Textile Sector) was launched in 2017 to provide demand-driven, placement-oriented skilling programmes for employment generation in the organized textile and related sectors. It aims to address the skill gap in the industry.

Target Beneficiaries: 10 lakh unemployed youth (9 lakh in organised sector, 1 lakh in traditional sector) across textile value chain with special focus on women, socially backward classes, and 150 aspirational districts

Implementing Agency: Ministry of Textiles, State Government Agencies, Textile Industry Associations, Sectoral Organisations, and training institutions affiliated with the Ministry of Textiles.

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✦Key Features

  • Focus on organised textile and related sectors for skilling, including traditional segments.
  • Provision for 'Training of Trainers' (ToT) to ensure quality instruction.
  • Mandatory third-party assessment and certification for all trainees.
  • Aadhaar Enabled Biometric Attendance System (AEBAS) and CCTV recording for transparency.
  • Post-placement tracking of trained individuals for a minimum period.
  • Industry linkage and placement assistance to ensure employment for skilled individuals.

✓Eligibility Criteria

  • Unemployed youth seeking vocational training for entry-level jobs in the textile sector.
  • Existing workers in the textile sector requiring upskilling or reskilling.
  • Artisans and weavers in traditional textile segments.
  • Specific age and educational qualification criteria as defined by individual training programmes.

★Benefits

  • Skill certification recognised by the industry, enhancing employability.
  • Improved employment and livelihood opportunities for beneficiaries.
  • Enhanced productivity and competitiveness for the Indian textile sector.
  • Access to modern machinery and techniques through practical training.

▶Application Process

  • Identification of eligible candidates by empanelled training partners.
  • Registration through designated online portals or physical enrolment centers.
  • Undergoing prescribed skill training modules at approved training centres.
  • Appearing for mandatory third-party assessment and certification.
  • Receiving placement assistance from training agencies and industry partners.

₹ Budget Allocation

250

Funding Ratio (Centre:State): 100% Central Sector Scheme (funded by the Ministry of Textiles)

UPSC Relevance

GS Paper: GS3

Prelims Relevance7%
Mains Relevance8%

Syllabus Tags

Skill India MissionNational Textile PolicyMake in India initiativeEmployment Generation SchemesMicro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)Vocational Training and EducationIndian Textile Industry Development

Historical Context

Approved in 2017 to meet the skill requirements of the textile sector following the expiration of the Integrated Skill Development Scheme (ISDS).