Friends, if you are a resident of Bihar and want to make a source of income by learning something new, then there is a great good news for you. The Industry Department of the Government of Bihar has launched a new scheme for the youth, under which now along with 3 months of free training, you will get a benefit of up to ₹3000 every month. Not only this, the application process for this scheme has also been started and you can apply online. Let us give you complete information about this scheme in detail.
What is the benefit of this scheme?
Under this scheme, the Bihar government is providing 3 months of handicraft training to the youth absolutely free of cost. Along with this, all the materials used during the training will also be provided free of cost by the government.
Now the biggest question is how much money will be given? So let us tell you that during the training, a scholarship of ₹1000 will be given every month. On the other hand, if you come from outside the Patna Municipal Corporation area, then women will be given an additional ₹1500 for food and accommodation. That is, women will get a total benefit of ₹2500 per month.
There is also a provision for male candidates. Men coming from outside the Patna Municipal Corporation area will be given an additional ₹ 2000. That is, men will get a total benefit of up to ₹ 3000 per month.
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Which Courses Are Available? Check the Complete List
Now let’s talk about which training courses will be conducted under this scheme.
If you are interested in art then here is a great opportunity for you.
18 types of different handcraft courses will be conducted here. For example:
Madhubani painting: 50 seats
Tiklu painting: 25 seats
Majusa painting: 25 seats
Apart from this, training will be given for other types of crafts. Overall, this time admission will be done on 400 seats and the training will run from July to September.
What is the eligibility? Who can apply
If you are wondering whether you can apply for this scheme or not, then it is important for you to know these things.
- Age limit: Your age should be between 22 to 45 years on 1 July 2025.
- Educational qualification: It is necessary to have passed at least seventh standard. Whether you are non-matric, matric pass, intermediate, graduate or post graduate – you can apply.
- Have you already taken training? If you have already taken training from Upendra Maharathi Institute, then you can be selected again but this time you will not get any financial benefit.
Another important thing – during training, it will be mandatory for you to give at least 75% attendance.
Documents required to apply for the scheme
- Aadhar Card
- Residential Certificate (Bihar Residence)
- Age Certificate
- 7th Class Marksheet
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport Size Photo
- Signature
Application Process: Complete process of applying
Now the most important question is how to apply? Its process has also been kept very easy so that everyone can do it.
- First of all you have to go to the website www.umsas.org.in.
- Find the link “Training Application 2025” given on the homepage of the website and click on it.
- Now the application form will open in front of you. Fill in all the necessary information like your name, date of birth, address, educational qualification carefully.
- After this, scan and upload the required documents like educational certificate, identity card etc. in the form.
- Select the handicraft branch of your choice (like Madhubani painting, terracotta etc.) in the form.
- Before submitting the form, check the complete information once carefully to ensure that there is no mistake.
If all the information is correct, submit the form and take a print out of it and keep it safe with you, so that you can show it in future if needed.
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When will the document verification take place?
After filling the form, you will have to go to Upendra Maharathi Shilp Anushthan, Patna on 23 June 2025 at 11 am. There will be document verification, practical examination or interview. After this you will be selected and training will start from July.
When to apply? Last date
Keep in mind, the last date for application is 20 June 2025. You must fill the form before that. Admission will be available only on 400 seats, so it will be beneficial to apply early on the basis of first come, first serve.
Summery
If you are a youth of Bihar and want to learn something new, then do not miss this opportunity. Fill the online form now and take advantage of this wonderful scheme. For more information related to the scheme, you can visit the official portal of Upendra Maharathi Institute or contact the contact details given there.