Mukhyamantri Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana – Maharashtra 6-Month Paid Internship Scheme

Mukhyamantri Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana is a flagship employment scheme launched by the Maharashtra Mahayuti government under Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. It provides 6-month paid internships to unemployed youth in Maharashtra, helping them gain hands-on work experience in government and private sector organisations.

The scheme is managed by the Department of Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Maharashtra and implemented through the official portal at rojgar.mahaswayam.gov.in.

What is Mukhyamantri Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana?

This scheme connects unemployed educated youth with employers — both government departments and private companies — for structured 6-month internships. During the internship:

• Candidates gain real-world work experience in their sector of interest
• A monthly stipend is paid directly to the candidate's bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
• Employers get access to young, trained talent at zero hiring cost
• Candidates who perform well often get preference in regular hiring by the same organisation

Eligibility Criteria

Stipend Details

The monthly stipend is paid via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the candidate's bank account. The exact stipend amount varies by educational qualification — candidates with higher qualifications receive a higher stipend.

Specific stipend slabs by qualification level are notified on the official portal at rojgar.mahaswayam.gov.in at the time of registration opening.

Duration and Structure

• Duration: 6 months
• Mode: In-office or hybrid (depending on the employer)
• Sectors: Both government departments and registered private companies
• Location: Within Maharashtra (interns are typically placed near their home district)

Employer Eligibility (Who Can Offer Internships)

Private companies wishing to participate must meet these criteria:

• Operational in Maharashtra for at least 3 years
• Registered with EPF, ESIC, and GST
• Registered as an employer on the Mahaswayam portal

Government departments participate directly through the scheme.

Documents Required

• Aadhaar card
• Maharashtra domicile/residence proof
• Educational qualification certificates (12th marksheet / ITI / diploma / degree certificate)
• Bank account passbook (for DBT)
• Passport-size photograph
• Mobile number linked to Aadhaar (for OTP verification)

How to Apply

1. Visit the official portal: rojgar.mahaswayam.gov.in
2. Click on Mukhyamantri Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana or the youth internship section
3. Register with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number (OTP verification required)
4. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and preferred sector/district
5. Upload required documents
6. Submit the application and note your registration ID
7. Await employer matching — you will be notified via SMS/email when an internship is assigned

For offline help, visit your nearest District Skill Development Centre (DSDC).

Helpline: 1800 120 8040 (toll-free, Monday–Saturday)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can engineering graduates apply? A: Yes. Both diploma and degree holders in any field can apply, as long as they are between 18–35 and Maharashtra residents.

Q: Is the 6-month internship mandatory to complete? A: Yes. Withdrawal before completion may disqualify from re-applying. Full completion is required to receive the full stipend.

Q: Can someone domiciled in another state but studying in Maharashtra apply? A: No. Maharashtra domicile/residence is required.

Q: When are new registration batches opened? A: The portal opens for fresh registrations periodically. Check rojgar.mahaswayam.gov.in or call 1800 120 8040 for current windows.

Q: Is this the same as Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana? A: No. Ladki Bahin is a monthly cash assistance for women. Yuva Karya Prashikshan is an internship scheme for unemployed youth (men and women) aged 18–35.

Official Links

• Registration Portal: rojgar.mahaswayam.gov.in
• Maharashtra Government: maharashtra.gov.in
• Helpline: 1800 120 8040