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PMKVY. Free IT skills training under Skill India.

Rooman's PMKVY programme is free, government-funded IT skills training under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship's Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana. Rooman is an NSDC-authorised training partner and runs Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras, teaching networking, digital literacy, cloud fundamentals and cybersecurity basics.

360 hours5 modulesFree for eligible candidatesCapstone project

What you'll be able to do

Get job-ready in IT.

PMKVY is the Government of India's flagship skilling scheme, run by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship with NSDC. Rooman delivers its IT job roles at Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras in several states.

01

Use

Work confidently on a computer.

Use office tools, email, the internet and digital services safely.

02

Build

Set up and support IT systems.

Connect devices to a network, and troubleshoot common hardware and network faults.

03

Work

Be ready for the workplace.

Communicate clearly, work in a team and prepare for interviews.

Skills covered

  • Computer and internet basics
  • Office productivity tools
  • Networking fundamentals and cabling
  • IP addressing and troubleshooting
  • Cloud fundamentals
  • Cybersecurity basics
  • Workplace communication

Who it's for

Built for your first job in IT.

PMKVY short-term training is for Indian nationals aged 15 to 45, including people who are out of education, school or college dropouts, and unemployed youth. Each job role also sets its own education requirement.

Roles where these skills are used

  • IT Support Technician
  • Field Technician (networking)
  • Desktop Support Assistant
  • Network Support Assistant
  • Help Desk Assistant

Entry requirements.

  • Indian national with a valid Aadhaar
  • Aged 15 to 45 for short-term training
  • Meets the education requirement of the job role you choose

Not sure which course fits? Take the 10-minute career assessment, or talk to a counsellor.

360 hours · 5 modules

A curriculum built on the job role.

Training follows the NSQF-aligned qualification for your job role, with employability and digital skills built in, and ends with an independent assessment.

01Digital literacy40 hrs

The everyday computer and internet skills every job role starts with.

Topics covered

  • Computer and operating system basics
  • Office tools: documents, spreadsheets and presentations
  • Email, internet and digital services
  • Digital payments and online safety

You produce: a working set of digital skills.

02IT and networking fundamentals120 hrs

How computers and networks are built, connected and kept running.

Topics covered

  • Computer hardware and peripherals
  • Network devices, cabling and topologies
  • IP addressing basics
  • Troubleshooting common faults

You produce: a small office network you set up.

03Cloud and cybersecurity basics100 hrs

How cloud services work and how to keep systems and data safe.

Topics covered

  • Cloud service models and everyday cloud tools
  • Passwords, access and data protection
  • Malware, phishing and safe practice

You produce: a secured workstation and cloud account.

04Employability skills60 hrs

The communication and workplace skills employers look for.

Topics covered

  • Workplace communication and basic English
  • Teamwork, time and customer handling
  • CV writing and interview practice
  • Rights, safety and conduct at work

You produce: a CV and interview practice.

05On-the-job training and assessment40 hrs

Practice in a work setting where the job role requires it, then the final assessment.

Topics covered

  • On-the-job training where NCVET requires it
  • Practical and theory assessment preparation
  • Independent assessment by an NCVET-approved body

You produce: an assessment-ready skill set.

Tools covered

The tools you'll work with.

You practise on the equipment and software the job role uses.

Tools covered in PMKVY
Tool groupToolsWhat you use them for
ComputersDesktop PCs, WindowsDigital literacy and support practice
ProductivityOffice suite, email, web browserEveryday work tasks
NetworkingSwitches, routers, network cablesBuild and troubleshoot a network
CloudEveryday cloud servicesStore, share and secure work online

Capstone

Set up an office. Then support it.

In your final practical you set up computers and a small network, secure them, and fix the faults your instructor introduces, as you would in a first IT support job.

Every module includes hands-on practice at the centre.

What you finish with.

  • A digital literacy skill set
  • A small office network you built
  • A secured workstation
  • A CV and interview practice record

Your credential

A Skill India certificate for your job role.

A Skill India certificate for your job role. You are assessed by an NCVET-approved awarding body, and when you pass you receive a QR-coded digital certificate through Skill India Digital.

Certified candidates are linked to Rozgar Melas and Apprenticeship Melas under the scheme.

What's included

Everything you need to finish.

  • Training at a Rooman centre
  • Hands-on practice in every module
  • Assessment and certification as the scheme sets them
  • Placement support after training
  • A counsellor to check your eligibility
  • Help with scheme registration

Before you enrol

Questions PMKVY candidates ask.

Can't find your answer? Call 080 6945 1000 or WhatsApp us.

Who can join?

Indian nationals aged 15 to 45 with a valid Aadhaar who meet the job role's eligibility, including people out of education, dropouts and unemployed youth.

Do I pay anything?

No. PMKVY training is government-funded, so it is free for eligible candidates.

Which ministry runs PMKVY?

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, with NSDC supporting implementation.

What will I learn at Rooman?

IT job roles covering digital literacy, networking, cloud fundamentals and cybersecurity basics, with employability skills.

How long is the training?

PMKVY 4.0 short-term courses run between 300 and 600 hours, depending on the job role. A counsellor will tell you the length of your course.

How do I apply through Rooman?

Talk to a Rooman counsellor or visit a Rooman centre. They check your eligibility and help you register on Skill India Digital.

Which certificate will I receive?

A QR-coded digital certificate through Skill India Digital, after you pass the assessment by an NCVET-approved awarding body.

Will I get placement help?

Rooman offers placement support, and certified candidates are linked to Rozgar Melas and Apprenticeship Melas under the scheme.

Is Rooman an authorised PMKVY partner?

Yes. Rooman is an NSDC-authorised training partner and operates Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras.

How do I join?

Talk to a Rooman counsellor on 080 6945 1000 or WhatsApp +91 97390 86029. They will check your eligibility, explain the scheme and tell you where the next batch starts.

Next step

Start with a conversation.

Tell us about yourself, and a counsellor will check which scheme you are eligible for and where the next batch starts.

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Course details reviewed on 25 September 2026.