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Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth Skilling Scheme

Premier industry-academia skilling partnership equipping 1.5 Lakh engineering, polytechnic, and degree students with cutting-edge AI, cloud, robotics, and aerospace skills.

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Official Nodal Portal:task.telangana.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–26 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Telangana
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Telangana
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Heavily subsidized high-value technical certification in partnership with Cisco, Oracle, IBM, Microsoft, and SAP, access to maker spaces and robotics labs, soft skills and communication workshops, and exclusive placement drives with IT/engineering corporates.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹85 Crore annual technical skilling fund

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 7.2 Lakh college students trained with 68% direct corporate placement

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 26 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:engineering student, polytechnic student, degree student, job seeker
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a bona fide resident of the state with valid documentation.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth Skilling Scheme. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (task.telangana.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
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    Student registers on TASK portal (task.telangana.gov.in) through their TASK-registered college.

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    Chooses technical learning tracks (Full-Stack, Python, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Automotive).

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    Completes online learning modules and hands-on faculty workshops.

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    Direct interview participation at TASK campus placement drives.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Students enrolled in colleges that are not registered with TASK, or failing course attendance thresholds.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: task.telangana.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Are rural students in tier-2 and tier-3 colleges covered?

Yes, over 70% of TASK registered colleges are located in rural districts outside Hyderabad, including Warangal, Karimnagar, and Nizamabad.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What is the student registration fee?

Students pay a nominal one-time subsidized fee of ₹500 to ₹1,200 for 2 to 4 years of continuous certification courses.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Do aerospace and defense companies hire through TASK?

Yes, aerospace giants like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Tata Advanced Systems recruit aerospace technicians through TASK.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth Skilling Scheme application status?

Application status for Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth Skilling Scheme can typically be tracked through the official portal at task.telangana.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 Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth Skilling Scheme 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 Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth Skilling Scheme 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

Students enrolled in colleges that are not registered with TASK, or failing course attendance thresholds.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id445Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth Skilling Scheme from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth Skilling Scheme from official state portal.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online and district facilitation desk intake

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 21d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🖥Apply Online
Scale & Impact
👥Over 7.2 Lakh college students trained with 68% direct corporate placement (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹85 Crore annual technical skilling fund budget allocation
📅Running since 2014
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-19scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

445

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth ...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK) Youth ...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK)

1st Floor, TSRTC Bus Bhavan, Musheerabad, Hyderabad - 500020

Helpline: 040-48488275

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Telangana)

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