RSETIs
RSETIs are Rural Self Employment Training Institutes, an initiative of Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), under its flagship programme NRLM, to have dedicated infrastructure in each district of the country to impart training and skill upgradation of rural youth geared towards entrepreneurship development. RSETIs are managed by banks with active co-operation from Government of India and State Governments. After successful completion of the training, they will be provided with credit linkage assistance by the banks to start their own entrepreneurial ventures. The trainees will be provided intensive short-term residential self-employment training programmes with free food and accommodation.
Motto of RSETI:
The motto of RSETI is "Empowering Rural Youth for Self-Employment". This reflects the focus on imparting skills and knowledge to rural youth to enable them to become self-reliant and engage in entrepreneurial activities.
Aims of RSETI:
The primary aim of RSETI is to empower rural youth by providing them with the necessary training, skills, and support to become self-employed. RSETI strives to enhance the livelihood opportunities for rural populations and promote sustainable economic growth in rural areas.
Objectives of RSETI:
1. Skill Development:
To provide vocational training to rural youth in various trades and occupations, equipping them with skills necessary for self-employment and income generation.
2. Promotion of Entrepreneurship:
To promote entrepreneurship among rural youth by encouraging them to start their own small businesses, thus fostering a spirit of self-reliance.
3. Creation of Employment Opportunities:
To create avenues for self-employment in rural areas, thereby reducing unemployment and underemployment.
4. Financial Literacy and Awareness:
To educate rural youth about the financial system, including budgeting, savings, accessing credit, and managing their finances effectively for business success.
5. Assistance with Micro-Enterprises:
To support the establishment of micro-enterprises by providing guidance and support for setting up small businesses, including help with business plans, funding, and marketing.
6. Sustainable Livelihood:
To ensure that rural youth acquire skills that result in sustainable income and contribute to improving the quality of life in rural areas.
7. Follow-Up and Mentoring:
To offer post-training support and follow-up services to the trainees to help them overcome challenges in their entrepreneurial ventures and ensure their long-term success.
8. Reducing Rural-Urban Migration:
By creating local employment opportunities, RSETI aims to curb rural-to-urban migration, allowing youth to prosper in their home regions and reduce overcrowding in cities.
9. Development of Rural Economy:
To contribute to the economic development of rural areas by promoting self-employment and the growth of small-scale industries and enterprises.
Progress Report of RSETI as on dated 5th March 2025 |
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Sl. No. |
FY |
Name of the RSETI |
Total target as per AAP |
Total trained as per MIS |
Total rural poor target as per AAP |
Total rural poor trained as per MIS |
1 |
2021-22 |
APRB RSETI |
360 |
252 |
252 |
158 |
2 |
2022-23 |
APRB RSETI |
360 |
384 |
250 |
180 |
3 |
2023-24 |
APRB RSETI |
392 |
395 |
268 |
220 |
4 |
2024-25 |
APRB RSETI |
1000 |
424 |
700 |
424 |
5 |
2024-25 |
BoB RSETI |
1000 |
407 |
700 |
377 |