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SMILE - Comprehensive Rehabilitation For Welfare Of Transgender Persons – Skill Development And Training

The scheme aims to provide employment opportunities to the person belonging to transgender person community by providing them market-oriented skills.

Authority

Central

Region

Central Government

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

Transgender persons having a valid Transgender certificate & Identity card issued by the National portal for Transgender persons would be automatically eligible to attend the skill development training of their choice on priority.; The beneficiaries should belong to the Transgender community as notified by the Government of India.; The Beneficiary shall mandatorily hold a Transgender Certificate issued by the National Portal for Transgender Persons, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. [https://transgender.dosje.gov.in/](https://transgender.dosje.gov.in/)- The beneficiaries should not be receiving such benefits from any other Centre/ State scheme.; There is no income criterion for selection in the skill development programme.; Transgender persons between the ages of 18-45 years are eligible for undergoing skill development training programmes.; The skill development training programmes for the target group are free of cost.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Are The Training Programmes Free Of Cost?

Yes. The skill development training programmes for the target group are free of cost.

Is There Any Income Criteria For Availing This Scheme?

There is no income criterion for selection in the skill development programme.

Is It Compulsory To Have Transgender Certificate Issued By National Portal For Transgender Persons?

Yes. The Transgender person shall mandatorily hold a Transgender Certificate issued by the National Portal for Transgender Persons, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. https://transgender.dosje.gov.in/

Can I Apply For Multiple Skill And Training Programmes?

No. Candidates are eligible to undergo training under skill development training programme only once and can participate only in one skill development training programme.

Is There Any Income Criteria For Availing This Scheme?

There Is No Income Criterion For Selection In The Skill Development Programme. | Candidates Are Eligible To Undergo Training Under Skill Development Training Programme Only Once And Can Participate Only In One Skill Development Training Programme.