What is the objective of the "Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower"?

The "Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to bridge the industry’s skill gap, boost employment, and align workforce training with evolving technology and business needs.

What is the maximum financial assistance provided under the scheme?

The scheme provides up to ₹15,000/- as financial assistance, depending on the duration of the training program.

Is it necessary for the candidate to pay the full training fee before receiving reimbursement?

Yes, the candidate must initially pay the full fee, which will be reimbursed as per the scheme guidelines after successful training and placement.

What percentage of the training fee is reimbursed under the scheme?

The scheme covers 100% of the fee for BPL, Physically Handicapped, SC, ST, SEBC, and Women candidates, while other candidates receive 75% reimbursement.

What happens if a candidate does not complete the training program?

If a candidate fails to complete the training, they will not be eligible for fee reimbursement under the scheme.

Is there a deadline for claiming reimbursement after completing the training?

Yes, the candidate must claim the reimbursement within six months from the date of training completion; otherwise, the claim will be rejected.

How is the candidate’s placement verified for reimbursement?

Placement verification is done through the submission of an appointment letter and a bank statement showing salary credited for a minimum of three months.

Can a candidate receive financial assistance for training in any industry?

Yes, as long as the training is industry-responsive and aligns with the skill development objectives set by the scheme.

No, only training programs conducted within India by approved institutions are covered under the scheme.

Are there penalties for training institutes that fail to meet placement targets?

Yes, training institutes that do not meet the placement requirement of 75% may lose their performance bank guarantee.

Can a candidate apply for multiple training programs under this scheme?

No, a candidate is eligible for financial assistance for only one training course under this scheme.

Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower: Scheme of Financial Assistance for Tuition Fees for Enhancement of Skill

Q: What is the objective of the "Scheme of Financial Assistance for Tuition Fees for Enhancement of Skill” component?

The component "Scheme of Financial Assistance for Tuition Fees for Enhancement of Skill" aims to support individuals in skill development by providing financial aid for training programs. The scheme ensures access to industry-relevant training, enhancing employability and career growth opportunities.

By Expertie Editorial Team · Expertie editorial desk

Overview

About SETCTFES

The Scheme of Financial Assistance for Tuition Fees for Enhancement of Skill is one component of the wider Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower, set up under the Gujarat Industrial Policy 2020. The umbrella scheme is run by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, through the MSME Commissionerate, and was notified in a government resolution dated 1 September 2020. This tuition-fees component is administered by the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED), a Gujarat government organisation.

The parent scheme is meant to narrow the gap between the skills industry needs and the workforce available to it, to support employment, and to keep training aligned with changing technology and business needs. Within that, this component provides cash support toward the tuition fees of skill-training programmes. The amount is tiered by the length of the course, and the share of fees covered is higher for candidates from certain categories, including people below the poverty line, persons with disabilities, SC, ST and SEBC candidates, and women, than for other participants.

In practice the assistance flows through the training programmes that institutes and industry partners run, reducing what enrolled candidates pay to take a course. Candidates travelling to a training centre can also claim reimbursement of GSRTC bus passes. The scheme sits inside Gujarat's industrial-policy framework rather than being a general student scholarship, so who qualifies and how much is covered depends on the specific training programme and the candidate's category as set out in the scheme rules.

Sources: myScheme - Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower: Financial Assistance for Tuition Fees for Enhancement of Skill · Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED), Gujarat - Tuition fees for Enhancement of Skill · MSME Commissionerate, Industries & Mines Department, Gujarat - Industrial Policy 2020

Who runs it

Provider

Gujarat State Government

State / UT Government

Industries and Mines Department

At a glance

Key details

Level	State/ UT
Scheme type	—
Category	Skills & Employment
Beneficiaries	Industries
Benefit type	Cash
Application mode	Offline

Calendar

Important dates

Across all open application cycles.

Important dates by cycle
Cycle	Stage	Date
Current	Applications open	2020-08-07
Current	Applications close	2025-08-06

Who can apply

Eligibility criteria

The training institute must have at least 5 years of experience in skill development or relevant industry.
The training program must be industry-responsive and recognized by skill development bodies.
The first training batch must commence within 3 months of the sanction order.
Minimum 10 trainees per batch must complete the training and certification process.
Candidates must not have availed of similar government assistance for the same course.
The training duration should not exceed 6 months unless specified by authorities.

What you get

Award & benefits

Financial Assistance: Up to ₹15,000 for training programs of 121 hours or more.
Up to ₹10,000 for training programs of 61 to 120 hours.
Up to ₹5,000 for training programs of 40 to 60 hours.
Full Fee Coverage: 100% assistance for BPL, Physically Handicapped, SC, ST, SEBC, and Women candidates.
75% assistance for other eligible candidates.
Additional Assistance: Awareness Programs & Seminars: A maximum support of ₹1,00,000/- per training center per year will be provided for awareness programs and seminars.
Other Expenditures: SLEC/IC/CED can approve the expenditure on any study, renovation/refurbishing of existing skill centers/institute, remuneration to third party evaluation of scheme, monitoring/audit expenses, assessment agency, etc.
Trainee Transportation Reimbursement: Trainees who complete skill upgradation training under any scheme will be eligible for reimbursement of Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) bus passes for travel between their residence and training center as per the following rates:
For BPL candidates, Physically Handicapped, SC, ST, SEBC, and Women: 100% 1. For Other candidates: 75%

What to prepare

Documents required

Application in the prescribed format .

Registration detail of the applicant Organization.

Audited financial report of last 3 years.

Proposed courses details ( Annexure-A ).

Need for conducting courses.

Project Cost ( Annexure-B , Annexure- C , Annexure-D ).

Proposed training center infrastructure photos/lay out/map.

Self-declaration on available machinery & infrastructure.

Consent/Interest letter.

Linkages with Industries.

Industries recommendation/demand/support letters.

Land: Sale deed/ lease deed for ownership/ long lease.

Rent agreement.

Pre-feasibility report.

Sign & Stamp at each page.

Soft copy of application in CD/DVD.

Others.

Step by step

How to apply

1
Apply offline
See the official links below for the application portal.

Source

Official links

Guidelines Guidelines 2 Training Partners myScheme (Government of India)

Questions

SETCTFES – FAQ

Disclaimer

Scheme details are compiled from myScheme, the Government of India’s official scheme-discovery platform, and are reproduced without alteration. Amounts, deadlines and eligibility change between cycles — always confirm on the official links above before applying. Expertie does not process applications or charge fees.

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Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower: Scheme of Financial Assistance for Tuition Fees for Enhancement of Skill(SETCTFES)