Dewas Job Portal Wins National SKOCH Gold Award
The Dewas Job Portal has won the prestigious SKOCH Gold Award for its innovative digital platform connecting local youth with industrial jobs.
The Dewas Job Portal has achieved national distinction by winning the prestigious Gold Category SKOCH Award. This recognition, presented at a high-profile ceremony in New Delhi, celebrates the platform's innovative approach to solving employment challenges through digital coordination.
A Digital Bridge for Employment
Developed under the strategic leadership of District Collector Ritu Raj Singh, the portal acts as a seamless digital interface. It bridges the gap between local youth and the industrial sector by allowing job seekers to match their specific qualifications with available openings. Simultaneously, it empowers local industries and institutions to find the right talent within the district, creating a streamlined recruitment ecosystem.
The initiative was officially inaugurated by Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav on October 14, 2025, during a launch event held in the Bagli development block of the Dewas district.
Driving Local Economic Growth
The core mission of this platform is to foster transparency and efficiency in the job search process. By bringing applicants and employers onto a single digital stage, the portal eliminates many of the traditional barriers to employment. The system allows for a detailed exchange of information:
- For Applicants: Users can register their educational background, technical skills, and other essential details to discover relevant job opportunities.
- For Employers: Local industries can search for candidates based on highly specific requirements, ensuring a better fit for the workforce.
Impressive Growth and Impact
The success of the Dewas Job Portal is reflected in its rapidly growing user base. As of September 2026, the platform has seen significant engagement, including:
- Over 12,600 registrations from local youth seeking employment.
- 258 industries and institutions actively using the platform to facilitate hiring.
This digital revolution in Dewas stands as a model for how local administration and industrial sectors can collaborate to empower the next generation of the workforce.