Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA)
Ministry of Electronics and IT digital literacy mission imparting 20 hours of digital training to 6 crore rural citizens.
Quick Eligibility Snapshot
₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown
📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach
Over 6.3 Crore rural citizens trained and 4.6+ Crore certified
As of: 2026-01-31PIB / Official Citation ↗Verified Eligibility Criteria
Digitally illiterate members of rural households where no other family member is digitally literate, with priority to SC, ST, BPL, women, and differently-abled individuals.
Required Documents Checklist
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How to Apply
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Eligible rural citizens visit their local Village Level Entrepreneur (VLE) at the village Common Services Centre (CSC).
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VLE registers the candidate online on the PMGDISHA portal with Aadhaar biometric authentication.
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Candidate attends 20 hours of interactive training modules over a minimum of 10 to 30 days.
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Candidate appears for online biometric-proctored certification examination conducted by third-party certifying agencies (NIELIT, NIOS, etc.).
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Immediate digital certificate issued upon passing with minimum 35% score.
✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist
⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These
Urban residents, households where another member has already been certified, or persons aged outside 14-60.
Official Government Application Portal
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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)
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Is there any fee for PMGDISHA digital training or examination?
No, the entire 20 hours of training and the online examination are completely free of cost for all eligible rural candidates.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗How many persons per rural household can be certified?
Only one digitally illiterate individual per eligible rural household aged between 14 and 60 years can be trained and certified.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Who conducts the final assessment test?
The test is conducted online with remote webcam/biometric proctoring by designated national agencies like NIELIT, NIOS, or CSC Academy.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Who is eligible to apply for Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA)?
Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA). Age: min 14 max 60 years. Conditions: Digitally illiterate members of rural households where no other family member is digitally literate, with priority to SC, ST, BPL, women, and differen.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Can I track my Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) application status?
Application status for Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) can typically be tracked through the official portal at meity.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).
What should I do if my Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) payment is delayed or rejected?
First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.
Is there an income tax implication for receiving Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) benefits?
Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.
Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings
Urban residents, households where another member has already been certified, or persons aged outside 14-60.
Editorial Verification & Change Log
| Date | Field | Description / Update | Source Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | scheme_type | cs | Official Source ↗ |
| 2026-09-21 | initial_verification | Baseline verification of PMGDISHA 20-hour curriculum, one-person-per-household rule, and ₹2,351 Cr central outlay. | Official Source ↗ |
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices
Digital Literacy Division, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Electronics Niketan, 6 CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Helpline: 011-24301371
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