Objectives and operational structure of NAPS
NAPS was launched to incentivize commercial and industrial establishments to hire apprentices, bridging the gap between theoretical classroom learning and practical workplace requirements.
The scheme operates across designated engineering and industrial trades as well as optional service and agricultural trades, facilitating industry-aligned skill building.
- Primary objective: Promoting apprenticeship culture and expanding formal apprenticeship training across India.
- Industry linkage: Connecting ITI graduates, diploma holders, and school pass-outs with formal industrial enterprises.
- Certification: Apprentices receive formal National Apprenticeship Certificates (NAC) recognized across public and private sectors.
Stipend support and Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Under NAPS, the central government directly shares a portion of the monthly stipend paid to apprentices, transferring it via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into their bank accounts.
Establishments are also incentivized by sharing the cost of basic training where formal technical training is provided.
- Stipend disbursement: Government's prescribed share transferred directly to apprentice accounts via Aadhaar-linked DBT.
- Employer incentive: Reduces operational apprentice training costs for small, medium, and large industrial units.
- Transparency: End-to-end digital processing through the unified Apprenticeship India portal.
Eligibility criteria and registration procedure
Youth seeking on-the-job apprenticeship can register online through the unified Apprenticeship India portal.
Applicants must meet basic age requirements and educational qualifications matching the designated or optional trade requirements.
- Candidate eligibility: Minimum age of 14 years (18 years for hazardous trades); open to 5th-12th pass students, ITI certificate holders, and graduates.
- Required documents: Aadhaar card, educational marksheets, photograph, and active bank account details.
- Application portal: Complete profile registration and apply directly to empanelled employers on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
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Common questions
What is the primary objective of the NAPS scheme?
NAPS aims to promote apprenticeship training across India by offering financial incentives to employers and stipend support to candidates.
How is the apprentice stipend disbursed under NAPS?
The government's stipend share is transferred directly to the apprentice's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Where can candidates apply for apprenticeship opportunities under NAPS?
Candidates can register and apply directly to verified employers via the official Apprenticeship India portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
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