Free skills training program launched for youth employment opportunities
- By Sheeraz Soomro -
- Jun 11, 2026
A significant initiative has been launched to equip young people with market-relevant skills and enhance their employment prospects through a free vocational training program.
The program is being conducted through a collaboration between the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) and the Livestock Exporters Association of Pakistan (LEAP), with support and guidance from the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) and the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme.
According to available information, participants will receive three months of free training in high-demand skills within the livestock industry, including fish farming and other specialized trades.
The primary objective of the initiative is to provide practical, industry-focused skills that can lead to improved employment and income-generating opportunities.
Training programs offered
Under the NAVTTC Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, training will be provided in the following areas:
- Assistant Slaughterer / Helper (Level-II)
- Fish Farming
- Cold Chain Management and Export Logistics Certification Practices
- Meat Processing, Value Addition, and Preservation
Eligibility criteria
- Age Limit: 18 to 40 years
- Minimum Education: Middle or Matriculation
- Training Locations: Mardan and Peshawar
Registration details
Program organizers have stated that seats are limited and interested candidates are encouraged to complete their registration as soon as possible.
Application Deadline: 16 June 2026
Applications can be submitted online through the official National Skills Information System (NSIS) portal:
This initiative is part of the government’s broader efforts to connect young people with skill-based employment opportunities and strengthen workforce development in Pakistan.