About this skills scheme
The "Craftsman Training Scheme" provides vocational training to individuals, enhancing their skill & employability. This stipend aims to support the trainees financially & encourage them to pursue & complete their vocational training, thereby contributing to skilled manpower development in the state
The "Craftsman Training Scheme" was launched by the Skill Development, Employment and Entrepreneurship Department, Government of Maharashtra. This stipend aims to support the trainees financially and encourage them to pursue and complete their vocational training, thereby contributing to skilled manpower development in the state.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Craftsman Training Scheme – Maharashtra (CTS-MAHARASHTRA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Department |
| Launch year | 2023 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Skills |
| Level / State | State · Maharashtra |
| Official portal | mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 8 lakh per year |
| Age | 18 to 45 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 45 years
- 💰Income Rs. 8 lakh tak
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Stipend Rs. 500/- per month.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra state.
- The applicant should belong to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Freed Castes and Nomadic Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Special Backward Classes, Minority Communities and Open Category economically backward
- The annual income of parents should not exceed Rs. 8,00,000/-.
- Only two siblings within a family are eligible for this benefit.
- The trainee should maintain an average of 80% attendance.
- The trainee should be passing the first year to enroll in a 2-year trade.
- SC trainees with an annual income of less than Rs. 2,50,000/- are also eligible for the Post Matric Scholarship.
- Trainees suspended or found non-eligible for the All India Trade Test (AITT) will not qualify.
- Trainees who have left the GITI are not eligible from their date of departure.
- Trainees in PITI are ineligible for this scheme.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
MAHA DBT Registration Process:
Step 01: Visit the official website.
Step 02: Click "New Applicant Registration" and fill in the Applicant Name, Username, Confirm Password, Email ID, and Mobile Number.
Step 03: Fill in the Captcha, OTP and Click to "Register"
Login and Apply
Step 01: Click "Applicant Login" and Enter your registered username, password
Step 02: Enter the security text shown in the image and click on the "Login Here" button for login
Step 03: Create Your Profile Personal Information, Address Information, Current Course, Current Course, etc.
Step 04: View Suggested Eligible Schemes and Choose Scheme
Step 05: Apply for the scheme and Upload the relevant document.
Step 06: After that, you get the Application ID.
Note:
- The applicant having an Aadhaar-seeded savings bank account in a nationalized bank is mandatory.
- Trainee registration on the MAHA-DBT portal is compulsory.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 13 Sep 2023 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this stipend?
All trainees belonging to various categories such as SC, ST, OBC, and economically weaker sections with a family income of up to Rs. 8,00,000/- per annum are eligible.
What is the minimum attendance required to receive the stipend?
A minimum of 80% attendance is required for each three-month period.
Is this benefit available to all trainees in ITIs?
Yes, the benefit is available to all eligible trainees under the Craftsman Training Scheme at Government ITIs.
Can this stipend be availed by more than two children from the same family?
No, the benefit is limited to two children per family.
How can a trainee apply for the stipend?
Trainees can apply through the MahaDBT portal by registering, filling out the application form, and submitting the required documents.
What is the process for the disbursement of the stipend?
The stipend will be disbursed quarterly into the trainee's Aadhaar-linked bank account after verification.
What happens if a trainee does not maintain the required attendance?
Trainees who do not maintain the required attendance or are disqualified for other reasons will not receive the stipend for that period.
How will trainees know if their stipend has been approved?
Trainees will receive a notification on the MahaDBT portal regarding the approval and disbursal status of their stipend.
What is the deadline to apply for the stipend each academic year?
The deadline will be announced by the Directorate of Vocational Education and Training. Trainees should regularly check the MahaDBT portal for updates.
Can trainees from private ITIs apply for this stipend?
No, the stipend is only for trainees enrolled in Government ITIs under the Artisan Training Scheme.
Will the stipend amount be revised in the future?
The stipend amount may be revised based on government decisions and policy changes.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in (PDF)
- Official Portal mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
- Registration mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
- Login mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
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