Punjab Skill Development Mission Invites EOI for DDU-GKY 2.0 Project Proposals 2026-27

Tender / EOI Overview

Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) has invited applications from eligible and interested agencies for submission of project proposals under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY 2.0) in Punjab. The EOI is aimed at allotting targets for skilling rural poor youth through approved training agencies.

Agencies having a valid PRN allotted by the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) may apply through the official MoRD online portal. The selected agencies will be required to follow DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and instructions issued by PSDM and MoRD. All classroom training under the project will be conducted within the State of Punjab.

Scope of Work

The broad scope of work includes submission and appraisal of DDU-GKY 2.0 project proposals for skilling rural poor youth in Punjab. Selected agencies may be allotted targets, districts and trades by PSDM as per applicable guidelines and project requirements.

Key scope areas include:

1. Submission of project proposal under DDU-GKY 2.0.
2. Skill training of rural poor youth under the DDU-GKY framework.
3. Classroom training to be conducted within Punjab.
4. Compliance with DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines, SOPs and PSDM/MoRD instructions.
5. Participation in project appraisal through the IT platform provided by MoRD.
6. Implementation only after appraisal, approval and target allocation by PSDM.

Pre-Qualification Criteria

Eligible agencies should meet the basic pre-qualification conditions mentioned in the EOI and applicable DDU-GKY 2.0 guidelines.

1. The agency must be eligible and interested in implementing DDU-GKY 2.0 projects.
2. The agency must have a valid PRN allotted by MoRD.
3. The agency must apply online through the MoRD portal.
4. The agency must pay the prescribed initial screening fee.
5. The proposal will be appraised only through the IT platform provided by MoRD.
6. Agencies will be empanelled under Priority A, B, C and D as per DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines and SOPs.
7. Agencies should not have negative feedback or poor performance reports from competent authorities with whom they have worked earlier.

Eligibility Criteria

The EOI states that interested agencies must comply with the DDU-GKY 2.0 framework and PSDM requirements.

Important eligibility points include:

1. Applicant agency must have PRN allotted by MoRD.
2. Application must be submitted through the official online portal: https://kaushal.rural.gov.in.
3. The applicant must carefully read DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines and SOPs before filling the application.
4. Agencies must follow all guidelines, SOPs and orders issued by PSDM and MoRD.
5. PSDM reserves the right to allot targets, districts and trades.
6. PSDM may reject or terminate the empanelment process if negative feedback or poor performance is received from any competent authority.

Financial Criteria

The EOI does not mention minimum turnover, net worth or estimated project cost. However, applicants are required to bear the cost of initial screening and qualitative appraisal.

Financial requirements mentioned in the EOI:

1. Initial Screening Fee: ₹25,000, non-refundable.
2. Qualitative Appraisal Fee: ₹1,25,000 plus GST, payable by eligible agencies after intimation.
3. Appraisal-related expenses must be borne by the applicant agency.
4. Bank account details for deposit are provided by PSDM in the EOI.

Tender Fee, Appraisal Fee and EMD

The document does not mention any EMD requirement. The fee mentioned is for initial screening and qualitative appraisal.

Bank Details for Fee Deposit

Fees are to be deposited in the following account:

1. Account Name: Punjab Skill Development Mission Society
2. Account Number: 360701000129
3. IFSC Code: ICIC0003607
4. Bank: ICICI Bank
5. Branch: Sector 10D, Chandigarh

Submission Guidelines

Interested agencies should submit their application online through the MoRD portal within the prescribed timeline.

Submission process:

1. Visit the official MoRD portal: https://kaushal.rural.gov.in.
2. Review the DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines and SOPs available on the MoRD/DDU-GKY website.
3. Fill the online application form carefully.
4. Ensure that the agency has a valid PRN allotted by MoRD.
5. Deposit the non-refundable initial screening fee of ₹25,000.
6. Submit the project proposal through the online platform.
7. Eligible agencies will be informed to deposit ₹1,25,000 plus GST for qualitative appraisal.
8. The appraisal will be conducted through the IT platform provided by MoRD only.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Applicants should verify the final deadline and portal status before submission.

Key Tender Requirement Table

Document Checklist

The EOI does not provide a detailed document checklist. However, agencies should keep the following documents ready while applying through the MoRD portal and as per DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines/SOPs:

1. Valid PRN allotted by MoRD.
2. Online application form submission details.
3. Proof of payment of initial screening fee of ₹25,000.
4. Organization registration/incorporation documents.
5. PAN card of the organization.
6. GST registration certificate, if applicable.
7. Authorized signatory details and authorization letter.
8. Experience documents related to skill development/training projects, if applicable.
9. Details of earlier projects handled under government or skill development schemes, if applicable.
10. Financial documents as required under DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines/SOPs.
11. Undertaking regarding no negative feedback, poor performance, blacklisting or debarment, as applicable.
12. Proposed project details, trades, districts and target-related information.
13. Any other documents required on the MoRD portal or by PSDM during appraisal.

Important Advisory for Applicants

Applicants should carefully study the DDU-GKY 2.0 Guidelines and SOPs before applying. Since the EOI refers to MoRD’s online portal and guideline-based appraisal, agencies should ensure that all information submitted is accurate, complete and supported by valid documents. PSDM reserves the right to decide target allocation, district allocation and trade allocation. Any negative feedback or poor performance record may lead to rejection or termination at any stage of the empanelment process.

Conclusion

This EOI provides an important opportunity for eligible training agencies to participate in DDU-GKY 2.0 implementation in Punjab. Agencies with a valid MoRD PRN and relevant capability in skill development may submit project proposals online within the prescribed timeline. Applicants are advised to complete the submission carefully, pay the applicable fees and follow all DDU-GKY 2.0 and PSDM requirements.