About this scheme
National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme reimburses 25% of apprentice stipend (max Rs. 1,500/apprentice/month) to employers. Encourages MSMEs to engage apprentices and build skilled workforce.
What you get
- 25% of monthly stipend reimbursed (max Rs. 1,500/apprentice)
- Reimbursement for first 4 quarters of apprenticeship
- No cap on number of apprentices
- Eligible across all sectors and designated trades
- Reduces effective apprentice cost by 25-30%
- Builds skilled workforce for future hiring
Who qualifies
Any establishment employing 30+ workers (mandatory) or 4-29 workers (voluntary). Registered on the apprenticeshipindia.gov.in portal. Apprentice must be 14-25 years (technical) or 14-35 (non-technical).
All industries qualify (no NIC restriction).
Business types
ProprietorshipsPartnershipsPrivate LimitedLLPsOne Person CompaniesPublic Limited
Available across India (central scheme).
How to apply
- 1Register establishment on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- 2Define apprentice slots by designated trade
- 3Recruit apprentices (via portal or directly)
- 4Sign tripartite apprenticeship contract
- 5Pay stipend monthly; file quarterly reimbursement claim
- 6Stipend reimbursed via DBT to establishment
Key terms and conditions
- 25% stipend share, balance 75% by employer
- Minimum 6-month apprenticeship duration
- Stipend rates notified — Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 9,000/month based on year
- Contract registration on portal mandatory
What disqualifies you
- Establishments under 4 workers ineligible
- Non-registered apprenticeships excluded
- Reimbursement only for first year of training
Documents typically required
- Employer registration on apprenticeship portal
- GST registration
- Apprenticeship contracts
The content above is compiled from public information published by the scheme authority. Eligibility, benefits, and procedures are subject to change. Confirm details directly with the official portal before applying. BharatSeal does not process scheme applications.