National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme 2026

1. This scheme serves as a financial support to the employers as 25% of the stipend cost, up to Rs.1,500 is borne by the government. 

1. This scheme provides basic training to the apprentices and serves as a bridge to cover up the skill gap between education and employment. 

1. This scheme is implemented online and is accessible to everyone. 

1. Moreover, it aims to create a skilled workforce in the country by providing on-the-job training and practical experience. 

Objectives of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme

The listed-below are some of the objectives of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme: 

1. The main objective of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme is to enhance the skillset of the youth by providing on-job training. 

1. The scheme also aims to support MSMEs by reducing the burden of training cost. 

1. Another important objective of this scheme is to create a skilled workforce to meet the demands of the growing economy. 

1. It also aims to build a strong relationship between the industries and educational institutes. 

Eligibility Criteria to Apply for the NAPS  as Employers

The employers have to fulfill the listed below eligibility criteria to apply for the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme: 

1. The applicant can be any entity or person having a business. 

1. The applicant employer should be registered with EPFO/ESIC/MSME. 

1. The applicant employer should register on the apprenticeship portal. 

1. The applicant employer must have a bank account linked to Aadhaar card. 

1. The applicant employer should employ the apprentices within a band of 2.5% to 10% of the organisation's total strength. 

Eligibility Criteria to Apply for the NAPS as an Apprentice

The applicant individuals need to fulfill the listed below eligibility criteria to apply for the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme as an apprentice: 

1. The applicant should be at least 14 years old and minimum 18 years old in case of hazardous industries. 

1. The applicant should possess the minimum educational qualification required for the trade. 

1. The applicant should register on https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ 

1. The applicant must have a valid Aadhaar card. 

1. The applicant should not be employed anywhere else. 

1. The applicant should possess the skill or physical fitness required for the trade. 

Documents Required to Apply for the National Apprenticeship Scheme

The listed below documents are required to apply for the National Apprenticeship Scheme: 

1. Aadhaar Card 

1. Valid Email ID for communication 

1. Valid personal mobile number for communication 

1. Multiple copies of passport-sized photographs 

1. Aadhaar seeded bank account 

1. Provisional certificate or qualifying degree 

1. First page of bank passbook 

Note: You may be requested to submit additional documents based on your profile and application. 

Details for the National Apprenticeship Scheme

The listed below are few details related to the National Apprenticeship Scheme: 

1. As an apprentice you will receive a monthly stipend during your training. 

1. If you are an engineering graduate, you will receive a stipend of Rs.4,984 in a month. 

1. If you are a technician, you will receive a stipend of Rs.3,542 in a month. 

1. If you are a vocational pass out, you will receive a stipend of Rs.2,758 in a month. 

Note: The stipend amount listed above is as on 29 August 2025 and is subject to change at the discretion of the government. 

How to Apply for the National Apprenticeship Scheme

Follow the steps given below to apply for the National Apprenticeship Scheme: 

Step 1: You will first have to visit https://nats.education.gov.in/index.php 

Step 2: On the menu-bar, choose the option ‘Student’, and click on ‘Student Register’. 

Step 3: You will be redirected to ‘Registration Page’. 

Step 4: You will be required to fill in all the details on the registration page like name, educational qualification, mobile number, email ID, etc. 

Step 5: Once you have completely filled in the registration form, check it once before clicking on ‘Submit’. 

Step 6: You will find all the details related to apprenticeship advertisements on the dashboard. Apply for a suitable apprenticeship. 

Step 7: Once you have submitted the application, you can track the status of your application under the management section. 

Step 8: You need to accept the contract request from the establishment before it goes to the board for approval. 

Do note that once your contract is created, your profile gets locked, to stop you from applying elsewhere. Any changes to the profile can only be made by sending a request to the board of apprentice.