PMKK (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra) in South Garo Hills, Meghalaya

A Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra offering free 300 to 600 hour PMKVY courses in roles like electrician or tailor.

South Garo Hills, Meghalaya · Pillar: Education & Training

South Garo Hills trains 238.1 youth per lakh under short-term skilling programmes, behind the typical district. Of those trained, 97.8% go on to get certified, close to the typical district. The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra is a dedicated centre for this short-course, certification-linked training.

  • 238.1 /100k India 275.8 /100k
  • 97.8% India 95.6%

Youth opportunity in South Garo Hills

67% of registered enterprises are in services while 33% are in manufacturing. Only 2% of employment is in small and medium enterprises. Only 42% of school-age children are enrolled in higher secondary school (classes 9–12).

In South Garo Hills, which ranks 9 of 12 in Meghalaya for youth opportunity, the overall opportunity score is 39.7 out of 100. It trails the national picture on apprentices per lakh youth at 0.