Skills for Success
PSDF was set up in 2010 as Pakistan’s largest skills development fund. It funds training for over 80,000 youth every year in 250+ demand-driven trades through an ecosystem of 500+ private sector training partners.
PSDF Impact
Through PSDF, thousands of young men and women now have the skills they need to pursue their careers of choice. Explore from hundreds of training options in your city to find one that interests you.
Coursera by PSDF
Coursera by PSDF encourages and prepares you through various designed online training certifications endorsed by top institutions. The purpose of Coursera by PSDF is to help you map out the entire journey of becoming a freelancer or start your own business, understanding two commonly used e-lancing platforms (Fiverr and Upwork).
Pathway to
Your Dream Job
Your dream job is just a training program away. Explore your choices, find a course that interests you, and apply now to pursue a career true to your potential and abilities.
OUR IMPACT
513,812
Total Graduates
43%
Women Graduates
250
Trades
Rs. 21bn
Income Generated
100%
Funds Utilization
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Popular On-site Trainings.
Not sure which training course is right for you? Here are some popular options to choose from.
Advance Mali
Advance Mali
Progress your career by learning gardening techniques, use of tools equipment, plants protection, seeds, nursery and marketing skills.
Pesticides and Fertilizer Technician
Pesticides and Fertilizer Technician
This course equips with the skills of fertilizer, pest control, aeration and overall general lawn maintenance.
Seed Processing Plant operator
Seed Processing Plant operator
Process Plant Operators specialize in operating seed processing plant panels and machines used during processing operation.
Tunnel Farming
Tunnel Farming
Tunnel farming experts specialise in production of off- season fruits and vegetables in green house/tunnels., learning to produce fruits and vegetables.
Import Export Procedure and Documentation
Import Export Procedure and Documentation
Import export procedures and documentation professionals learn about the intricacies of import & export procedures, preparing invoices, and documents for banks and customs
Inventory Control
Inventory Control
Inventory Control experts are proficient in inventory control, stocktaking, costing and record keeping.
Site Accountant/Shop Keeper
Site Accountant/Shop Keeper
Site accountant storekeepers specialise in learning to prepare the list of necessary, equipment, tools and trail balance & balance sheets.
Virtual Accounting & Bookkeeping Assistants
Cook
Cook
Cooks specialize in preparing different types of foods, along with cutting vegetables, meat, and fish as per requirement.
Food and Beverage Captain
Food and Beverage Captain
Food and Beverage Captains specialize in food production, managing food outlets and meeting the requirements of customers.
Bakery & Pastry
Bakery & Pastry
This course will allow trainees to make exquisite bakery items namely pastries, cookies, desserts and bread as per customer needs.
Beautician
Beautician
This course will allow trainees to specialize in beauty techniques, makeup, skin care and hair styles.
Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor
Quantity surveyors specialize in survey operations, mastering the methods for measuring items and quantities of earthwork specifically for road construction.
3D Designing and Modeling Using Catia
3D Designing and Modeling Using Catia
This course will allow the trainees to learn about 3D Designing/Modeling Using CATIA and CAD/CAM applications for better, efficient and fast product development.
Plumber & Sanitary Installer
Plumber & Sanitary Installer
Plumbing cum solar water heating technicians specialize in installing solar water heating systems, mastering fault diagnosis, repairs, and the installation of pipes and solar fittings.
Tile Fixing & Cutting
Tile Fixing & Cutting
Tile fixers specialise in fixing tiles, preparing slopes and cutting tiles by different methods as per requirement.
CAD/CAM and Digital Manufacturing for Product Design
CAD/CAM and Digital Manufacturing for Product Design
This course will allow trainees to make template drawings and perform programing of CNC turning and CNC Multi Axis milling through CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) software.
Handicrafts
Handicrafts
Become a Handicrafts experts and get proficient in creating unique, and artistic crafts ranging from cards, gift packings, book bindings, and wood work decor.
Electrician
Electrician
This course will allow trainees to install electrical wiring of buildings and appliances, diagnose, repair faults and new electrical components.
Handicrafts
Handicrafts
Become a Handicrafts experts and get proficient in creating unique, and artistic crafts ranging from cards, gift packings, book bindings, and wood work decor.
Computer Graphics (Print Media)
Computer Graphics (Print Media)
Progress your career by learning the fundamentals of power electronics like power management, portable power, computer systems, medical applications, spacecraft systems, renewable energy & utilities.
Computer Application With JAWS
Computer Application With JAWS
This course will equip the trainees with all the necessary skills and knowledge required for the operation of the JAWS screen reading software.
CCTV Solution Provider
CCTV Solution Provider
This course will assist trainees in planning, designing and installing CCTV Systems.
Fiber Optic Technician
Fiber Optic Technician
Fiber optic technicians specialise in installing and connecting optical fiber cables, learning to properly terminate, splice and fault test, installed fiber cables to existing standards
Fabric Quality Inspector
Fabric Quality Inspector
Fabric Quality Inspectors require broad knowledge of fabric types and inspection methods. These individuals should be very attentive to detail and be able to report thorough information.
Fabric Cutting Expert
Fabric Cutting Expert
Fabric cutting experts learn about the particulars of the fabric cutting process which includes fabric cutting machines and their functions, repair and maintenance.
Home Textile Product Maker
Home Textile Product Maker
Home textile product makers specialise in learning to identify different home textile products and operate different kinds of sewing machines
Garment Washing Techniques
Garment Washing Techniques
This training course will enhance your Garment Washing Techniques like removal of starch, how softness can be increased, how dirty spots can be removed and how you can manage lower...
HTV Driving
HTV Driving
HTV Drivers are experts in skillfully driving vehicles whilst adhering to all driving rules.
LTV Driving
LTV Driving
LTV Drivers are experts in driving all type of vehicles whilst managing road stress and observing all rules and regulations. and trouble shooting minor vehicle problems.
Oil Tanker & Lorry Driver
Oil Tanker & Lorry Driver
Oil Tanker and Lorry Drivers are skilled in defensive driving techniques, road safety codes and trouble shooting any minor faults in various vehicles.
In-demand Online Trainings.
Prefer an online training course? Check out options below that you can do from the comfort of your own home
Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding Specialization
Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding Specialization
This Specialization covers how to write syntactically correct HTML5 and CSS3, and how to create interactive web experiences with JavaScript. Mastering this range of technologies will allow you to develop...
Salesforce Fundamentals Specialization
Salesforce Fundamentals Specialization
Join an Ecosystem of Self-Starters in Salesforce. Learn the fundamentals to integrate the world's most powerful CRM into any organization.
.NET FullStack Developer Specialization
.NET FullStack Developer Specialization
Build Fullstack webapp with .NET technologies. Master the intricacies of .NET core, React's frontend capabilities, and ASP.NET backend development to design and deploy dynamic, scalable web applications.
Search Engine Optimization Specialization
Search Engine Optimization Specialization
This Specialization will teach you to optimize website content for the best possible search engine ranking. You'll learn the theory behind Google search and other search engine algorithms; you'll also...
Meta Social Media Marketing Specialization
Meta Social Media Marketing Specialization
In a 2018 survey of businesses, Buffer found that only 29% had effective social media marketing programs. A recent survey of consumers by Tomoson found 92% of consumers trust recommendations...
Meta Marketing Analytics Professional Certificate
Meta Marketing Analytics Professional Certificate
Launch your career as a Social Media Marketer. Build job-ready skills for an in-demand career and earn a credential from Meta. No degree or prior experience required to get started.
Financial Accounting Fundamentals
Financial Accounting Fundamentals
This course, developed at the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia and taught by top-ranked faculty, will teach you the tools you'll need to understand the fundamentals...
Introduction to Supply Chain Finance & Blockchain Technology
Introduction to Supply Chain Finance & Blockchain Technology
Learn about fundamentals of Supply Chain Finance & Blockchain Technology
Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Professional Certificate
Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Professional Certificate
Launch your career as a Power BI analyst. Learn the in-demand business intelligence skills that will have you job-ready in less than 5 months. No prior experience required to get...
IBM AI Foundations for Business Specialization
IBM AI Foundations for Business Specialization
This specialization will explain and describe the overall focus areas for business leaders considering AI-based solutions for business challenges.
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Programs .
PSDF’s unique operating model covers six themes. See below to know more.
Find Your Dream Job.
Get on the path to success, choose from a wide range of programs that will get you one step closer to your dream job.
Over 500,000 graduates like you, have already moved forward in their careers with PSDF-funded training programs.
Punjab Skills
Development Fund (PSDF).
PSDF is the largest skills development fund in Pakistan, set up by the Government of the Punjab in collaboration with Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)in 2010. PSDF also manages the skills training funding provided by the World Bank. It funds trainings for over 100,000 youth every year in 250+ demand-driven trades through an ecosystem of 500+ training partners, primarily from the industry and private sector training providers.
Latest Updates From PSDF.
PSDF and CTH Partner to Equip Trainees with Global Certifications, Opening Pathways to GCC Job Market
Lahore, October 2024 – The Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) has entered a groundbreaking partnership with the UK-based Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality (CTH) to offer internationally recognized certifications to…