PM-VBRY Registers 60 Lakh First-Time Employees Since August 2025; More Than 18 Lakh Women Benefit

Around 60 lakh first-time employees have come under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY), according to PTI news reports.  

The scheme, introduced under the Centre's Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) programme, has been operational since August 1, 2025, and will remain in force until July 31, 2027. 

Majority Beneficiaries Aged Between 18 and 30 

EPFO data shows that nearly 43.26 lakh beneficiaries belong to the 18-30 age group, accounting for around 71% of all first-time employees covered under the scheme.  

Part A of PM-VBRY is for supporting young workers entering formal employment for the first time through financial incentives linked to continued service. 

Women Form Nearly One-Third of Enrolments 

More than 18.04 lakh women have registered under the scheme since its launch. They account for close to 30% of the total first-time employees enrolled so far.  

The figures indicate that women have made up a significant share of new formal workforce additions covered by the programme. 

Incentives Linked to Employment Duration 

Eligible employees will receive the first instalment of up to ₹7,500 after completing 6 months in their first job.  

A second instalment will be credited after completing 12 months of employment and the prescribed financial literacy programme. The scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Labour and Employment through EPFO. 

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Conclusion 

PM-VBRY has a total outlay of ₹99,446 crore and targets the creation of more than 3.5 crore jobs over 2 years. Employees enrolled under the scheme have joined sectors including engineering, construction, healthcare, education, textiles, trading, hospitality and professional services. 

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