10 min read · Reviewed July 2026 · Training Operations
A poster says “Skill India / PMKVY / free training.” That does not tell you whether your batch is free, subsidized, or fully paid — or whether the certificate will verify online. Use this page as a visit checklist. For PMKVY detail, read our PMKVY student guide.
| Name | What it usually means | Ask the center |
|---|---|---|
| Skill India | Umbrella campaign — many schemes under it | “Which exact scheme is this batch?” |
| PMKVY | Short-term training via authorized partners; fees vary by project | Job role name, fee, assessment body |
| NAPS | Apprenticeship — learn on employer site with stipend rules | Employer name, stipend, duration |
| State skill mission | State-run or state-funded batches | District office / portal confirmation |
| Private certified course | Paid training with institute certificate (e.g. Nipun India network) | Syllabus, exam, online verify URL |
Rules change by year and project. Confirm in writing for the batch you join — do not rely on old social media posts.
Nipun India Skill Development And Training Pvt. Ltd. runs authorized training centers and issues government-registered certificates through an exam and approval workflow. Private Nipun courses are not automatically the same as a PMKVY batch. Ask your local center which type you are joining. Verify issued certificates at https://nipunindia.com/verify.
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