Candidates will receive advanced training to master exquisite craft skills.

Application forms can be downloaded from the official website: https://dic.py.gov.in/application-forms-download-area.

Trainees are entitled to a stipend of ₹2,500 per month.

Accommodation charges amount to ₹500 per month per trainee.

Yes, applicants should be between 18 and 35 years of age.

Only those who are natives of the Union Territory or continuous residents for the past three years are eligible.

Grievances can be addressed through the grievance redressal mechanism at https://industry.py.gov.in/grievance-redressal-mechanism.

The period of training is as prescribed by the training unit or institution.

Documents such as birth certificate, proof of age, and educational certificates are required.

The course fee is as prescribed by the training institution.

Yes, candidates will be sponsored for training in other states where the craft is practiced to its finest.

Additional details can be found in the Citizen's Charter at https://dic.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizencharter.pdf.

Traveling allowance is restricted to to-and-fro 2nd class (berth) train fare.

The Department introduces and oversees the "Advanced Training in Handicrafts" Component to promote skill development in the Union Territory of Puducherry.