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Special Basic Mountaineering Course

The scheme aims to enhance mountaineering skills among youth, prepare them to become certified guides, and promote adventure tourism in Uttarakhand.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

The beneficiary will become a certified guide upon completing the mountaineering course.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a youth of Uttarakhand.; Preference will be given to candidates who have completed the Low Altitude Guide Course from a recognized institution or an Adventure Foundation Course run by DTDC.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible to apply for this course?

Applicants must be youth from Uttarakhand.

How many beneficiaries are selected under this scheme?

A total of 25 beneficiaries are selected for each batch of the course.

Where should the application be submitted?

The prescribed application format along with necessary documents must be submitted to the office of the District Tourism Development Officer (DTO).

How are the participants selected?

After initial screening and tests, a selection committee at the headquarters reviews applications and finalizes the list of participants.

How is the selection list communicated?

The District Tourism Development Officer sends the list of selected applicants to the headquarters, and the final selection is communicated to the candidates.