The Government of India has introduced various skill development programs to enhance employability and promote entrepreneurship. Some key initiatives include:

• Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDUGKY) – Focuses on providing market-relevant skill training to rural youth.
• National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM) – Aims to skill urban poor and provide self-employment opportunities.
• Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) – The flagship skill certification program for industry-aligned training.
• PM Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman (PM Vishwakarma) – Recognizes and supports artisans and traditional craftsmen.
• PM Daksh – Provides skill training to marginalized communities (SC, OBC, EBC, and Safai Karamcharis).
• National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) – Encourages apprenticeships with financial support.
• USTTAD, Hunar Haat, and AHVY – Promote traditional crafts and skill-based entrepreneurship.
• National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) in Schools – Integrates vocational education into the school curriculum.