Ministry of Rural Development has highlighted the role of Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs) on March 28, 2026, in promoting skill development, entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods among rural youth.

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• RSETIs are dedicated institutions providing skill-based training to unemployed rural youth to improve employability and promote self-employment.
• They offer free residential training programmes, making them accessible to economically weaker sections in rural areas.
• RSETIs function through a partnership model between banks and the government, ensuring financial and institutional support.
• Each district has one RSETI, usually managed by the lead bank of that district for effective implementation.
• Institutes provide short-duration, practical, and residential training for individuals aged 18 to 50 years.
• A total of 73 courses are offered, aligned with National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) across multiple sectors.
• Training covers agriculture, manufacturing, services, and entrepreneurship development to create diverse livelihood opportunities.
• RSETIs also provide post-training support, including handholding, mentoring, and credit linkage for trainees.
• Certificates issued by RSETIs are recognised by banks, helping beneficiaries access loans more easily.
• Currently, 632 RSETIs are operational across 619 districts in 33 States and Union Territories with support from 25 banks.
• The initiative plays a key role in strengthening rural economy by promoting self-employment and entrepreneurship.