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Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU)

PYQs

8

Articles

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Momentum

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Phase IFoundation

Background

Overview

UPSC examines major government schemes, their objectives, funding mechanisms, implementation models (especially Public-Private Partnership aspects), and their impact on social development and employment generation.

Government schemes are crucial policy instruments designed to address specific socio-economic challenges and achieve developmental goals. The PM-SETU scheme is one such initiative focused on enhancing vocational training infrastructure and quality in India.

Phase IIStatic core

Facts & tables

Key facts

Objective

Aims to enhance the overall quality and relevance of vocational training in the country's ITIs.

Outlay and Funding

Total outlay of Rs. 60,000 crore, with contributions from Central (Rs. 30,000 Cr), State (Rs. 20,000 Cr), and Industry (Rs. 10,000 Cr).

Implementation Model

Selection of ITIs led by State/UT Governments in consultation with industry; industry-led Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) lead upgradation.

Scope of Interventions

SPVs propose interventions for curriculum redesign, training delivery models, infrastructure upgradation, and industry exposure.

Reference table

Static syllabus anchors

TypeReference
Conceptual areaWelfare Schemes & Social Policies

Reference table

Institutions & roles

BodyRole
Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)Nodal ministry for the scheme
State/Union Territory GovernmentsLead selection of itis and submit proposals
Industry-led Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs)Lead upgradation, curriculum redesign, and infrastructure development
Phase IIIExam lens

Prelims angle

Overview

Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis

Prelims angle: Conceptual understanding

Quick revision

  • Outlay: Rs. 60,000 Cr (Central, State, Industry shares).
  • Objective: Enhance quality and relevance of vocational training in ITIs.
  • Implementation: State/UTs select ITIs; industry-led SPVs manage upgrades.
  • Focus: Curriculum redesign, infrastructure, industry exposure.
  • Alignment: With emerging skill needs and local industrial potential.

High-confidence PYQs

Topic timeline

Welfare Schemes & Social Policies

Expansion and Modernisation of ITI Ecosystem

22 Jul 2026 · PM-SETU is a Rs. 60,000 crore scheme to upgrade Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), featuring a unique funding model with industry share and empowering industry-led SPVs for curriculum and infrastructure development, aligning vocational training with emerging skill needs.

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