Overview

• The Cabinet cleared the Karnataka State Skill Development Policy 2025–32, establishing the state's first formal framework for skilling.
• The seven-year plan allocates Rs 4,432.5 crore, including Rs 1,386 crore proposed through an Asian Development Bank loan.
• A unified digital portal will use AI for training, assessments and career guidance, with pathways for global certifications and migration support.
• Vocational education will be integrated into schools, colleges and universities via credit-based programmes, alongside expanded apprenticeships and industry-led training.
• Implementation includes targeted support for women, persons with disabilities and informal workers, upgrades to ITIs, Centres of Excellence and skilling hubs, and a 5% budget earmark for monitoring and evaluation.