FAQs for Trainees
1. I don’t have job or source of earning how can TRTI help me? Does TRTI have division for problem of unemployment?
TRTI has independent division on Entrepreneurship and Skill Development that networks with training institutes, empanel them and award the work orders for training tribal unemployed youth all over Maharashtra.
2. Which are the technical courses?
The TRTI has identified and empaneled about 50 institutes which impart technical training in all sectors from banking and insurance to automobile and gems jewelry the sectors focused are from Make in India flagship project & Magnetic Maharashtra conclave all are potential growth sectors needing huge skilled manpower.
3. Do I need to have some qualifications and age limit? Reservation category?
You need to be as low as Standard VIII pass and willing to undergo training on regular basis within the age group of 18-35 with valid ST certificate acceptable by PO ITDP and ADHAR card.
4. Where do I get the information on various courses?
The field offices under Tribal Development Commissioner ate Nashik have been responsible for maintaining database of Training Institutes and courses run by them. You may approach nearby ITDP office and see the notice board.
5. How can I select skill training program? Which sector?
Training Institutes empaneled by TRTI have database of job opportunities in the vicinity of there area, you may select the sector based on the exercise of introspection and knowing what you are best at.
6. Is there any scientific process of selecting the skill sector?
Training Institutes on demand can conduct aptitude test and build the database of skill inventory which will help you select particular skill sector, the counselor at training centre will guide you on which training is suitable to you based on education and experience if any.
7. Does one need to be completely unemployed to avail the benefit of skill training?
No, one can be employed as well. But the employed person working in particular sector if lacks formal certificate he/she can undergo Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) course within same sector. This course is of a short duration can formally certify helping you to boost your income & open other avenues of employment.
8. What if I lack confidence and communication skills as well as computer knowledge?
The Skill Development Program has taken care of all learning needs which include soft/life skills and information technology skills, about 100 clock hours are mandatorily invested on this, In case your training centre fails to cover these inputs you may remind Training Centre-In Charge and intimate the same to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
9. How do I get certified? Is this certificate recognized by Govt.?
After enrolment and following due process of selection, if you attend the training on regular basis, completing all internal assessments, Training Institute will conduct the assessment through empaneled third party assessors with MSSDS which is an autonomous Govt. society. The certificate is recognized and mandatory for undertaking employment in required sector.
10. Do I get residential & boarding facilities?
Training programs funded by TRTI are non-residential, However the Training Institutes based on needs can mobilize local resources and arrange for the facilities through CSR funding of any corporate entity.
11. What are other entitlements for me in addition to skill training?
You are eligible for travelling allowance and post placement support for Rs.1000/ per month for 3 months if you have valid below poverty line (BPL) certificate issued by appropriate authority.
12. Can completion of skill training will really get me a job?
Yes, very much, all training institutes are responsible to provide jobs to minimum 70% of trained youth by them. They have placement unit which takes care of skilled manpower needs of local industries and job requirement of trained youth like you.
13. If I am belonging to Above Poverty Line (APL) family what will my entitlements be?
Apart from free skill training program and certificate subject to clearance of assessment test, you do not get any benefit.
14. I have many friends who do not have jobs and want to do something does TRTI help such tribal youth?
Yes, Very Much, In fact lack of employment is global problem, we all have to work together and fight this challenge. PL inform all your friends to visit nearby ITDP office/ Training Institute empaneled by TRTI and take the guidance.
15. How many times I can take benefit of this program and undergo skill training?
You get the benefit only once, you are advised to undergo counseling before enrolling to the particular course. As we have large number of candidates needing skill training, any faulty assessment by you towards likings, aptitude, and inclination may deprive you of real benefit of getting the job.
16. How would Govt. know if I am trained in some other skill program?
You have submitted the ADHAR card which is unique identification and is seeded with the database of Govt. beneficiaries of all welfare schemes. More than the resources, Govt. is concerned with your precious time and does not want you and your dependents suffer due to long period taken for income earning.
17. What if I am not trained properly, faculties do not come, and facilities at the center get old and outdated equipment/IT systems?
TRTI has conducted due diligence and ensured that no such incident happen. However in such an eventuality you are advised to submit the written application for improvement addressed to Training Centre In-Charge. Do not forget to send acknowledged scanned copy to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
18. How do I get travelling allowance and placement support if I am eligible?
The Training Institutes are directed to open your bank account preferably with a nationalized bank. TRTI shall transfer the allowance subject to attendance certificate issued by training center.
19. How much average salary I will get if I complete 3 months duration course?
There is no fix amount of the salary which you will earn. If you are unemployed some beginning will happen and you may earn between Rs.6000 to 8000 PM. After 2-3 years your income may cross Rs.12000-15000 PM helping you to financially assist parents and support younger siblings for higher education.
20. I want to undergo skill training but do not want to stop pursuing higher education as well, how can this happen?
Ensuring the career progression in employment secured at lower level and making available opportunities for higher education through distance learning/on-line Massive Open On-line Courses (MOOC) is unique feature of Skill Development Policy implemented by Mission Skill India Project. You have to stay in touch with Training Institute and TRTI Pune till you achieve all your career goals.