About this education scheme
The scheme aims to impart vocational education alongside academic learning to students of classes 9 to 12 in selected government secondary schools. Vocational education is offered in 08 sectors approved by the Government of India under the NSQF framework.
The “Vocational Education Programme” is a scheme under the Samagra Shiksha Programme, implemented by the Secondary Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to impart vocational education alongside academic learning to students of classes 9 to 12 in selected government secondary schools.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Vocational Education Programme (VEP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department Of Education |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | uk.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Secondary Education Department, Government Of Uttarakhand |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 14 to 21 years
- 💍Never Married
- 🎓Students only
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Under the programme, 08 sectors approved by the Government of India are being implemented under NSQF to provide vocational education alongside academic education for students of classes 9 to 12 in selected schools, where they receive both vocational education and training.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
- The applicant must be studying in classes 9 to 12 in one of the 200 selected government secondary schools of Uttarakhand.
Papers to keep ready
No documents are required for selecting vocational education as a subject.
Registration walkthrough
Offline
- All students studying in classes 9 to 12 in government secondary schools where vocational education is conducted can take admission in the sectors operated under this programme.
- If a student from another school wishes to study the vocational education curriculum, they must take admission in a school where the vocational education curriculum is being conducted.
- Students already studying in such schools can choose vocational education as one of their subjects like other subjects. For this, no separate application is required.
- There is also no need to submit any documents for the selection of vocational education subject.
Frequently asked questions
Which classes are covered under this programme?
Students studying in classes 9 to 12 are covered under this programme.
Who is eligible for vocational education under this scheme?
All students studying in classes 9 to 12 in selected government secondary schools of Uttarakhand are eligible.
What are the sectors offered under the programme?
There are 08 sectors approved by the Government of India under NSQF where students receive vocational education and training.
How many schools are selected under this scheme?
The programme is being implemented in 200 selected government secondary schools across Uttarakhand.
Can students from other schools apply for vocational courses?
Yes. However, they must take admission in a government secondary school where vocational education courses are offered.
Is there a separate application process for vocational education?
No. Students can choose vocational education as a subject like any other subject. No separate application is required.
Are any documents required for opting for vocational education?
No. Students do not need to submit any additional documents to select vocational education as a subject.
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