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National Career Guidance and Counselling Programme

Ministry Of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship

Published 18 September 2026

In short

This programme gives students and youth access to career counselling and aptitude assessment to guide education and skill choices, delivered through Skill India Digital, National Career Service centres and school/college counselling cells.

Key facts

Nodal ministry
Ministry Of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship
Level
Central
Launched
2016
Last date
Ongoing / No fixed deadline
Helpline
NA

What you get

Students and youth get access to career counselling, aptitude assessment, and guidance on skill and education pathways to make informed career choices, delivered through career centres and digital platforms.

Who is eligible

Students and youth seeking career guidance, typically accessed through school, college or Skill India career centres, with no specific income or category restriction.

Documents you need

Educational records for assessment purposes; no mandatory documents to access basic guidance.

How to apply

Access career guidance through the Skill India Digital portal, National Career Service centres, or career counselling cells at schools/colleges implementing the programme.

Frequently asked questions

Who can access career counselling under this programme?

Students and youth seeking guidance, typically through school, college or Skill India career centres.

Is career counselling under this programme free?

Yes, basic career guidance services are provided free through government platforms and centres.

Where can I access this career guidance programme?

Through the Skill India Digital portal or National Career Service centres in your area.

Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.