Key Tender / EOI Details

Scope of Work

The empanelled PIAs will be responsible for implementing DDU-GKY 2.0 skill training projects in Telangana as per the guidelines of the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, and instructions issued by EGMM Telangana.

The scope includes:

1. Mobilisation of Candidates
   PIAs will mobilise eligible rural youth from Telangana. Preference should be given to poor rural unemployed youth, SC/ST communities, women and differently abled candidates, subject to eligibility.
2. Candidate Registration & Counselling
   Mobilised candidates must be registered on the prescribed portals and linked with Aadhaar identity. PIAs are expected to provide counselling regarding job roles, nature of work, salary, growth prospects, risks and employment opportunities.
3. Residential Training Centre Readiness
   Training must be residential. PIAs must provide dedicated training centres, separate residential facilities for boys and girls, required infrastructure, equipment, classrooms, labs, internet, CCTV/IP camera monitoring and other facilities as per DDU-GKY 2.0 SOP.
4. Deployment of Certified Trainers
   Trainers must have the required qualification, experience, sector knowledge and valid Sector Skill Council certification wherever applicable. PIA staff deployed for implementation must also comply with SOP requirements.
5. Training Implementation
   Training should be delivered only in NSQF/NQR-aligned job roles. Course content must be based on model curriculum prescribed by NSQF/NQR or NCVET.
6. OJT / Apprenticeship
   PIAs must ensure On-the-Job Training or apprenticeship as applicable for the relevant job role or qualification pack.
7. Assessment & Certification
   Candidates must undergo internal assessments, followed by final assessment and certification through Sector Skill Councils or other authorised agencies as decided by EGMM Telangana.
8. Placement of Candidates
   At least 70% of trained candidates must be placed. Wage employment, self-employment and gig employment may be considered within the prescribed caps. Placement should preferably be in the same sector and job role in which the candidate was trained.
9. Post-Placement Tracking
   PIAs must maintain records of placed candidates for at least six months after training completion and update salary, employer feedback, career plan and other required details on the prescribed portals.

Pre-Qualification / Applicant Categories

Eligible applicants may apply under the following priority categories:

Priority will be given as per the above category structure.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be eligible Project Implementing Agencies and should meet the conditions prescribed under DDU-GKY 2.0 guidelines. Key eligibility points include:

1. Applicant agencies must register with the Ministry of Rural Development through kaushal.rural.gov.in and obtain a Permanent Registration Number (PRN).
2. Applicants must submit proposals online with all supporting documents.
3. Agencies must be capable of implementing placement-linked skill training in NSQF/NQR-aligned job roles.
4. Agencies must have or arrange compliant residential training centres.
5. Training centre infrastructure may be owned or hired, but must meet the prescribed DDU-GKY 2.0 SOP.
6. Agencies should be able to ensure training, certification, placement and post-placement tracking.
7. No consortium is allowed.

Ineligibility Conditions

Applicants may be treated as non-eligible in cases including:

1. Existing PIAs with DDU-GKY projects sanctioned and recovery proceedings ongoing.
2. PIAs unable to place 50% of trained candidates under DDU-GKY.
3. Agencies with officials or directors associated with defaulting PIAs.
4. Sister concern or subsidiary of an organisation against whom recovery proceedings have been initiated.
5. Agencies blacklisted by the Government.
6. Consortium-based applications.

Financial Criteria

The EOI does not specify minimum annual turnover or net worth requirements in the visible document. The key financial obligations relate to processing and appraisal fees.

Payment Milestones to PIAs

Tender Fee, EMD and Estimated Cost Table

Submission Guidelines

Applicants must submit their proposals online through the prescribed DDU-GKY portal. Physical, fax or email-based proposals will not be considered.

Key submission instructions:

1. Submit proposal online through kaushal.rural.gov.in.
2. Upload all annexures and supporting documents.
3. Upload scanned copies of relevant certificates and eligibility documents.
4. Sign all statements, certificates and uploaded documents.
5. Upload fee transaction details while submitting the online proposal.
6. Follow the prescribed format and online instructions.
7. Proposals submitted without processing fee will be rejected.
8. Once documents are submitted, applicants will not have the right to modify or rectify documents.
9. Applicants should regularly check official websites for corrigendum, amendments and clarifications.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Document Checklist

Applicants should keep the following documents ready for online submission:

1. PRN registration proof from Ministry of Rural Development / Kaushal portal.
2. Completed online application / proposal form.
3. All prescribed annexures as per EOI.
4. Organisation registration / incorporation documents.
5. PAN and other statutory documents, as applicable.
6. GST details, if applicable.
7. Category-wise eligibility proof for Priority B, Priority C or Priority D.
8. DDU-GKY project experience and placement performance documents, wherever applicable.
9. DPIIT start-up recognition certificate, if applying under Priority D.
10. Training centre ownership / lease / hire documents.
11. Training centre infrastructure and equipment details.
12. Residential facility details for boys and girls.
13. Trainer qualification and certification documents.
14. Sector / job role details proposed for training.
15. Placement linkage / employer tie-up documents, if available.
16. Fee payment / transaction proof.
17. Declaration regarding non-blacklisting and non-default.
18. Signed declarations, certificates and supporting documents required under the EOI.