20 lakh unemployed youth in Andhra Pradesh. One government survey. One skill test. One goal — work from home jobs.
That is Kaushalam AP.
Srikakulam’s Lakshmi had passed Class 12. No job. She registered through her Village Secretariat survey. Appeared for the skill test at the Secretariat centre. Cleared both rounds.
Skill training started. Work from home data entry job assigned. First payment — in her bank account.
“కౌశలం ద్వారా నా మొదటి జాబ్ వర్క్ ఫ్రమ్ హోమ్లో దొరికింది।” (Through Kaushalam I got my first job working from home.)
Kaushalam (కౌశలం) — Government of Andhra Pradesh’s skill development and employment initiative for unemployed youth. Managed through the GSWS (Grama Ward Sachivalayam) portal. Login, skill test, job mapping, and status check — all at gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam.
💡 Quick Answer (త్వరిత సమాధానం): Login Portal: 👉 gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam Login: Aadhaar Number + OTP Survey: Village/Ward Secretariat → enroll Skill Test: 45 min skill + 15 min communication — Village Secretariat Status: Login → Dashboard → Skill test status Helpline: 1100 Last Verified: June 9, 2026
⚡ 2026 Key Facts: ✅ 20 lakh+ data collected — 16 lakh+ verified ✅ Skill test: Batches ongoing — December 2025 started ✅ Camera + Mic mandatory for online skill test ✅ Work from Home — data entry, customer support, digital tasks ✅ 10th pass minimum — all categories eligible
Kaushalam Kya Hai? (కౌశలం అంటే ఏమిటి?)
Kaushalam = Skill in Telugu।
AP Government ka program — unemployed youth ko:
- Survey → data collect → profile create
- Skill Test → 45 min assessment → communication test
- Training → selected candidates ko free skill training
- Job Mapping → work from home ya local jobs assign
- Payment → DBT — bank account mein
Scale:
- 20 lakh+ registered
- Village/Ward Secretariat level — every district
- National + International job opportunities
- Work from Home priority
Eligibility — అర్హత
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Residence | Andhra Pradesh permanent resident |
| Age | 18 years and above |
| Education | Minimum Class 10 (SSC) passed |
| Employment | Currently unemployed |
| Survey | Must be part of GSWS Kaushalam survey |
| Category | All — General, BC, SC, ST, Minority |
Kaushalam Login — Step by Step
Step 1: 👉 gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam
Step 2: “Beneficiary Login” या “Kaushalam Login” click karein
Step 3: Aadhaar Number enter karein
Step 4: “Send OTP” → Aadhaar-linked mobile par OTP aayega → enter karein
Step 5: “Login” → Dashboard open hoga
Dashboard mein:
- Survey status
- Skill test date + slot
- Test result
- Training status
- Job assignment details
Survey Registration — Pehla Qadam
Kaushalam survey compulsory hai registration se pehle:
Offline (Primary method):
Step 1: Nearest Village Secretariat (Rural) ya Ward Secretariat (Urban) jaayein
Step 2: Kaushalam survey form fill karein:
- Name, DOB, education details
- Current employment status
- Skills — computer, typing, communication
- Preferred work type
Step 3: Village Volunteer data portal mein enter karega
Step 4: Survey ID milega → Login ke time use hoga
Online Self-Enrollment:
gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in → Register → Aadhaar OTP → Survey form fill → Submit
Skill Test — Kaise Hota Hai?
2 rounds:
| Round | Duration | Content |
|---|---|---|
| Skill Test | 45 minutes | Basic computer, MS Office, typing, logical reasoning |
| Communication Test | 15 minutes | English/Telugu spoken communication |
Test Location:
- Nearest Village/Ward Secretariat centre
- Camera + Microphone mandatory
Slots:
- Morning: 11 AM to 12 PM
- Evening: 3 PM to 4 PM
Exam date kaise pata karein: Login → Dashboard → “Skill Test Date” section
⚡ Test missed? Login → Reschedule option available for genuine technical issues.
Test Result + Selected Candidates List
Result check karne ke baad:
Step 1: gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam → Login
Step 2: Aadhaar OTP → Dashboard
Step 3: “Skill Test Status” / “Selected List” tab
Alternatively:
- Village Secretariat se confirm karein
- SMS notification registered mobile par aata hai
Training → Job Assignment
Selected candidates ke liye:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification | Mobile SMS + email |
| Training | Free skill training — duration varies |
| Job Type | Work from Home — data entry, customer support, digital tasks |
| Payment | DBT → Aadhaar-linked bank account |
| Level | National + International opportunities |
Kaushalam AP Trap — Common Issues
Trap 1 — Wrong portal: Searching “kaushalam.ap.gov.in” leads to unofficial sites.
Fix: Official portal = gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam — only .ap.gov.in domain. Bookmark it.
Trap 2 — Camera/Mic not working: Skill test requires camera and mic — test invalidated without them.
Fix: Check before the test — browser settings → allow camera + mic permissions.
Trap 3 — OTP not received: Aadhaar-linked mobile number inactive or changed.
Fix: Visit nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra → update mobile number → then login.
Trap 4 — Survey not done — directly trying to login: Without survey registration → login works but skill test access not available.
Fix: Visit Village/Ward Secretariat first → complete Kaushalam survey → then login for test.
Checklist
☑ Village/Ward Secretariat — Kaushalam survey completed ☑ Aadhaar-linked mobile number active ☑ Login: gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam → Aadhaar OTP ☑ Skill test date checked on Dashboard ☑ Camera + Mic tested — browser permissions allowed ☑ Bank account — Aadhaar-linked (for payment)
Frequently Asked Questions
How to login to Kaushalam AP? (కౌశలం లాగిన్ ఎలా చేయాలి?)
gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam → Beneficiary Login → Aadhaar Number → OTP → Login → Dashboard.
Who is eligible for the skill test?
Andhra Pradesh permanent resident, 18+ years, minimum Class 10 passed, currently unemployed. Village Secretariat Kaushalam survey must be completed first.
How to check skill test date? (టెస్ట్ తేదీ ఎలా చెక్ చేయాలి?)
Login → Dashboard → Skill Test Date section. Or confirm with your nearest Village/Ward Secretariat.
Why is camera and mic mandatory? (కెమెరా, మైక్ ఎందుకు అవసరం?)
Camera and microphone are required for identity verification and live monitoring during the online skill test. Test without camera access is invalid.
What happens after selection?
Mobile SMS notification → Free skill training → Work from Home job assignment → DBT payment to Aadhaar-linked bank account.
What is the Kaushalam helpline number?
1100 — Kaushalam AP official helpline.
Contact
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Kaushalam Helpline | 1100 |
| Village Secretariat | Survey + test help |
| GSWS Portal | gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in |
Official Links
| Service | Link |
|---|---|
| Kaushalam Login | gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam |
| NBM Portal | gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in |
| Helpline | 1100 |
Final Thought
Lakshmi — surveyed, tested, trained, employed. Work from home. First salary received.
“కౌశలం ద్వారా నా మొదటి జాబ్ వర్క్ ఫ్రమ్ హోమ్లో దొరికింది।” (Through Kaushalam I got my first job working from home.)
For AP unemployed youth:
- Village/Ward Secretariat → Kaushalam survey complete karein
- gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam → Login → Aadhaar OTP
- Skill test date check karein → Camera + Mic ready rakhein
- Result → Training → Work from Home job
- Helpline: 1100
👉 gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/BM/Kaushalam
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