Find answers to everything you need to know about KYP
The Kushal Yuva Program (KYP) is a part of the "Arthik Hal, Yuvaon Ko Bal" strategy of the Bihar Government. It is a skill training program aimed at enhancing the employability of youth (aged 15-28) through training in Life Skills, Communications Skills (English & Hindi), and Basic Computer Literacy.
To be eligible for KYP, you must:
The course duration is 240 hours, covered in approximately 3 months (or 60 days of training). Classes are held for 4 hours daily (2 hours theory/lab + 2 hours self-learning).
You need to deposit a refundable security deposit of ₹1000. Upon successful completion of the course (passing the final exam), this amount is refunded directly to your bank account by the government.
You can apply online via the BSDM website or visit your nearest DRCC (District Registration and Counseling Center). After registration, you can choose our center for training. You can also click the "Apply Now" button on this website to start a preliminary inquiry with us.
Yes, upon successful completion and passing the final assessment, you will receive a certificate from the Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM), which is recognized by the government and valuable for jobs.
You typically need: 10th/12th Marksheet, Aadhaar Card, Bank Passbook, Residential Certificate, and Passport sized photos.