NABARD launched Gramodyam on 13 July 2026, on its 45th Foundation Day; the programme is a three-year pilot to develop sustainable rural enterprises through entrepreneurship training for youth.
Programme Framework
- Duration & Target: Three-year pilot targeting about 4,000 rural entrepreneurs.
- Delivery Model: Digital-first hybrid model covering all States and Union Territories.
Institutional Partners
- Lead Agency: NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development).
- Collaborator: National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
- Implementing Body: Institute for Industrial Development responsible for execution.
Core Components
- Assessment: Psychometric tests for aptitude and enterprise fitment.
- Training: Entrepreneurship development programmes and industry-specific skill modules.
- Support: Counselling, mentoring, and assistance in enterprise set-up and market linkages.
Scope & Focus
- Coverage: Pan-India reach across rural districts via hybrid delivery.
- Enterprise Types: Emphasis on both farm-linked and non-farm rural micro-enterprises.
IASPOINT Booster Facts
- NABARD (1982): Apex development bank for agriculture and rural development finance in India.
- NSDC: Promotes skill development through public–private partnerships and market-aligned training.