Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises

Entrepreneurship & Skill Development Programme (ESDP)

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Stage: Capacity building
Indicative amount: Free training (no direct cost to trainee)

What it is for

Builds entrepreneurial and managerial skills for prospective/existing entrepreneurs through structured training.

Who can apply

Prospective and existing entrepreneurs, MSMEs, youth, and startups needing foundational business skills.

What you get

Free training, workshops, and skill-development support — no direct cash grant.

How to apply

Enroll through a scheduled ESDP training programme via ni-msme or an MSME Development Institute.

Best suited for

A first-time or aspiring entrepreneur needing foundational business skills training.

Official links

ESDP Scheme — ni-msme official page https://www.nimsme.gov.in/about-scheme/entrepreneurship-and-skill-development-programme-esdp-scheme

Summarised from official sources, last reviewed 2026-09-07. Amounts and eligibility are indicative — always confirm against the live scheme guideline before acting.