National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme

राष्ट्रीय शिक्षुता प्रोत्साहन योजना

🏛 Ministry of Skill Development

Benefit Amount

25% stipend support (max Rs.1,500)Cash

✓ Government Verified✓ Direct Bank Transfer

ℹAbout National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme

Government shares 25% of stipend (max Rs.1,500/month) with employers to encourage apprenticeship hiring. Covers all sectors.

Ministry

Ministry of Skill Development

Applicable In

All India

Benefit Type

Cash

Status

Active

✓Who Is Eligible?

The National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme is designed to encourage employers across all sectors to hire apprentices by providing government financial support. This scheme is open to all Indian citizens who wish to work as apprentices and gain practical skills in their chosen field. While specific age limits and detailed eligibility criteria are not strictly mentioned in the scheme overview, generally apprenticeships in India are open to candidates who have completed their school education or possess relevant qualifications. The scheme covers all sectors of the economy, meaning you can pursue apprenticeship in manufacturing, services, IT, agriculture, or any other industry sector. There are no specific caste, category, or gender-based restrictions mentioned for this scheme, making it accessible to all eligible citizens regardless of their background. Geographic restrictions do not apply as this is an all-India scheme available across all states and union territories. For exact age requirements, educational qualifications needed, income criteria, and specific occupational requirements, candidates should visit the official apprenticeship portal at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ where detailed eligibility criteria for different trades and sectors are provided.

Quick eligibility check:

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Age 14–35 years

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Gender: Male, Female, Other

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Category: General, OBC, SC, ST

📝How to Apply for National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme

Step 1: Visit the official apprenticeship portal at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ using your computer or mobile phone. Step 2: Look for the registration or application section on the homepage and click on it to begin your application process. Step 3: Create a new account by providing your basic details such as your name, email address, phone number, and a password that you can remember easily. Step 4: Log in to your account using the credentials you just created and fill out the complete application form with accurate information about yourself and your apprenticeship details. Step 5: Select the sector and trade for which you want to apply apprenticeship, ensuring it matches your interest and qualifications. Step 6: Upload all required supporting documents as mentioned on the portal, then carefully review your entire application for any errors or missing information. Step 7: Submit your application by clicking the submit button and save the confirmation number provided for future reference and tracking purposes.

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