The Ministry of Rural Development announced on 12 October 2026 that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Academy of RUDSETI (NAR). This partnership aims to standardize training and improve the capacity of Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs) through digital governance and updated courses. For the current year, RSETIs have been given a target to train 6.35 lakh rural youth, including women and vulnerable groups. The release does not say when the specific MoU terms take effect.
Key points
- Target: 6.35 lakh rural youth to be trained this year
- Beneficiaries: Women, SC/ST, PwD, and other vulnerable groups
- Focus: Uniform training standards and digital registration via Kaushal Panjee and AEBAS
- Curriculum: Implementation of NSQF-aligned courses and Entrepreneurship Development Programmes
When it applies
- MoU exchange between MoRD and NAR
Who it affects
- rural youth