But here’s what’s surprising: only 42.8% of certified trainees got placed in earlier phases. The game has changed now. PMKVY 4.0 isn’t just about certificates; it’s about real jobs, on-the-job learning, and industry partnerships with giants like Microsoft, IBM, and AWS. And the result? Post-training, 45.4% of trainees are either employed or self-employed; up from just 26.6%. Even women aren’t left behind; 602 have been trained under Swavalambini for entrepreneurship. The focus is no longer just ‘training’; it’s about employability, income boost, and future skills like AI, drones, and robotics. This isn’t just another government number; it’s a quiet revolution in how India is preparing its youth for tomorrow’s jobs.