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Skill Up-Gradation with Job/Placement (SUJOP Scheme)

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Skill Up-Gradation with Job/Placement (SUJOP Scheme)
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Written by Navin · Editor, tsmpb.inUpdated: 17 Oct 2026 · How we verify scheme facts

About this education scheme

The objective of this scheme is to provide employment opportunities, after training, to persons with disabilities (40% or more), helpless or widowed women, former residents of care institutions, and candidates from SC, OBC, and minority communities in Himachal Pradesh.

The "Skill Up-Gradation with Job/Placement (SUJOP) Scheme", launched on 27th October 2016 by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Himachal Pradesh, aims to provide employment opportunities, after skill training, to persons with disabilities (more than 40%), helpless or widowed women, former residents of Nari Seva Sadan and Bal-Balika Ashram, and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, and minority communities through various industrial units.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameSkill Up-Gradation with Job/Placement (SUJOP Scheme) (SUGJP)
Launched byDepartment of Social Justice and Empowerment
Launch year2016
Benefit typeComposite (cash plus goods or services)
CategoryEducation
Level / StateState ยท Himachal Pradesh
Official portalesomsa.hp.gov.in (link at the end of this page)

Key facts

Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOffline
Last dateOngoing (no last date notified)
DBT (direct bank transfer)No
Family income limitUp to Rs. 2 lakh per year
Age18 to 45 years

Who can apply (quick check)

  • ๐Ÿ‘คAll genders
  • ๐ŸŽ‚Age 18 to 45 years
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐIncome Rs. 2 lakh tak
  • ๐Ÿ“Offline

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

What you receive

  • Training fee of amount Rs. 5,000/- per month for courses ranging from 3 months to 2 years through authorized institutions.
  • Living expenses of amount Rs. 5,000/- per month for residential and self-employed trainees.
  • Monthly scholarship of amount Rs. 1,000/- for non-residential trainees during training.
  • Monthly scholarship of amount Rs. 1,200/- for trainees with disabilities during training.
  • After training, a 6-month scholarship of amount Rs. 1,500/- per month (Rs. 1,800/- per month for trainees with disabilities).
  • Authorized institutions provide employment opportunities for at least one year after completion of training.

Who qualifies

  • The applicant should be a resident of Himachal Pradesh.
  • The applicant should be between 18 and 45 years of age.
  • The applicant should have an annual family income of less than Rs. 2,00,000/-.
  • The applicant should have more than 40% disability.
  • The applicant should have the minimum educational qualification from a recognized board or university.

Who is not eligible

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Registration walkthrough

Offline

Step 1: Eligible candidates obtain and submit the application form with required documents to the Tehsil Welfare Officer, District Welfare Officer, or concerned office.

Step 2: The Director or authorized officer verifies the applications and selects candidates as per the prescribed rules.

Important dates

Launch / start27 Oct 2016

Frequently asked questions

What is the SUJOP Scheme?

It is a scheme to provide employment opportunities through training for disabled persons, helpless or widowed women, former residents of care institutions, and candidates from SC, OBC, and minority communities in Himachal Pradesh.

Which department runs this scheme?

The scheme is implemented by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Himachal Pradesh.

Who can apply under this scheme?

Residents of Himachal Pradesh who are disabled (40%+), helpless or widowed women, former residents of Nari Seva Sadan or Bal-Balika Ashram, or candidates belonging to SC, OBC, and minority communities.

What is the age limit for applicants?

Applicants must be between 18 and 45 years of age.

Is there an income limit for eligibility?

Yes, the annual family income must be less than Rs. 2,00,000/-.

What educational qualification is required?

Applicants must have minimum educational qualifications from a recognized board or university, depending on the training course.

What training courses are offered?

Vocational and skill development courses through authorized and selected institutions, ranging from 3 months to 2 years.

Is financial support available for living expenses?

Yes, up to Rs. 5,000/- per month for residential or self-employed trainees.

Is there a scholarship during training?

Yes, Rs. 1,000/- per month for non-residential trainees and Rs. 1,200/- per month for trainees with disabilities.

Is there post-training financial support?

Yes, a 6-month scholarship of Rs. 1,500/- per month (Rs. 1,800/- for trainees with disabilities) is provided.

Is job placement guaranteed?

Authorized institutions ensure employment opportunities for at least one year in industrial units after training.

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