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Skill DevelopmentGovernment / PSU BackedEst. 2015

PNB Skill Loan Scheme

PNB Skill Loan Scheme (विशेष बैंक योजना)

Specialized financing solution by Punjab National Bank offering transparent terms and flexible repayment.

Max Loan Amount
Up to ₹1.5 Lakh (Vocational Training & ITI)
Interest Rate
8.80% – 9.90% p.a. (RLLR linked)
Moratorium Period
Course duration + 6 months
Repayment Tenure
Up to 7 years

✦ What the Loan Covers (Eligible Expenses)

Tuition / course fees, examination fees, equipment / tool kits, books, and exam certification fees.
What is Missing: Honest MITC Policy Gaps, Hidden Clauses & Costs

Eligo disclosure: Bank loan brochures and DSA agents rarely highlight these conditions. Verify before signing your loan agreement.

Parent co-borrower mandatory; course must be aligned with National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF); unaccredited private training institutes are ineligible.

✦ Collateral & Margin Money Terms

Collateral & Guarantee Requirement:

Nil collateral; Parent co-borrower required.

Margin Money (Borrower Contribution):

Nil margin.

✦ Eligibility Requirements

Indian national who has secured admission to a course run by ITI, Polytechnic, or training partners affiliated with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) / Sector Skill Councils.

✦ Government Subsidies & Rate Concessions

Backed by Credit Guarantee Fund for Skill Development (CGFSD) or premier institute fast-track terms.

✦ Required Documents Checklist

Admission letter from training partner/ITI, fee receipt, 10th marksheet, Aadhaar of student and parent, bank account passbook.

✦ How to Apply Step-by-Step

1. Apply via JanSamarth portal or nearest Punjab National Bank branch. 2. Submit admission proof from NSDC/ITI institute. 3. Digital verification and direct fee remittance to training center.
Official Portal / Lender Domain
Apply or verify directly on the official banking portal
Official Portal

✦ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum loan under PNB Skill Loan Scheme?▼
Up to ₹1.5 Lakh (Vocational Training & ITI). As per government guidelines, loans are structured to match training and equipment costs.
What is the moratorium period for skill loans?▼
For courses up to 1 year, moratorium is course duration + 6 months. For courses over 1 year, moratorium is course duration + 12 months.
Is collateral needed for skill loans?▼
No collateral or third-party guarantee is required for skill loans up to ₹1.5 Lakh as they are covered by CGFSD.