National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme

Purpose:

National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS-2) is a skills and training support initiative designed for eligible beneficiaries and enterprises. Promotes structured on-the-job apprenticeship training and improves employability. The Central Government provides partial stipend support through the applicable NAPS-2 mechanism and strengthens the apprenticeship ecosystem, with emphasis on MSMEs and underserved areas.

Primary Benefit

MSMEs can develop a skilled workforce according to their operational requirements while receiving Government stipend support of up to ₹1,500 per apprentice per month, thereby reducing the effective cost of apprenticeship engagement.

Key documents:

• Establishment registration details
• PAN and authorised-person details
• Udyam Registration, where applicable
• GST, EPFO, ESIC or other establishment registration details, as applicable
• Bank account details

Apply / Know More:

Visit the Apprenticeship India Portal https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/

FAQ

Q1. What financial benefit does an MSME receive under NAPS-2?

The Government provides 25% of the stipend paid, subject to a maximum of ₹1,500 per apprentice per month. This amount is transferred directly to the eligible apprentice through DBT.

Q2. Can an MSME select a trade according to its business requirements?

Yes. Apprentices may be engaged in designated trades or employer-determined optional trades, subject to applicable scheme and portal conditions.

Q3. Is the MSME required to offer permanent employment after training?

Completion of apprenticeship does not automatically guarantee permanent employment. However, an MSME may offer regular employment based on its manpower requirements and the apprentice’s performance.

Q4. Can an MSME obtain assistance with registration and documentation?

Yes. Empanelled Third-Party Aggregators may help MSMEs with candidate mobilisation, contracts, documentation, assessment and other apprenticeship processes.

Q5. Where can an MSME register?

Registration and apprenticeship-related processes are completed through the Apprenticeship India Portal.

Beneficiary:

MSMEs and other establishments registered on the Apprenticeship India Portal can apply.

Benefits:

Reduced training cost: Government stipend support of 25% of the stipend paid, up to ₹1,500 per apprentice per month, is transferred directly to the apprentice through DBT. Skilled workforce: MSMEs can train apprentices according to their specific technical, production and operational requirements. Lower recruitment risk: MSMEs can assess an apprentice’s skills, discipline and suitability during the training period before considering regular employment.