National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS)

National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) is a Government of India initiative to promote apprenticeship training. It is one of the most efficient ways to develop skilled manpower for industry by utilising existing training facilities in establishments.

Apprenticeship Training consists of Basic Training and On-the-Job Training/Practical Training at the workplace.

The scheme has the following two components

25%Reimbursement of 25% of the prescribed stipend by the Government of India to employers who engage apprentices, subject to a maximum of INR 1500 per month per apprentice.

INR 7500/-Reimbursement of basic training cost up to a maximum of INR 7500 per apprentice by the Government of India to Basic Training Providers.

Establishments under the purview of apprenticeship mandate

The Apprentices Act, 1961 mandates establishments to engage apprentices. Establishments employing 30 or more workers are required to engage apprentices annually in a range of 2.5% to 15% of their workforce. Engagement is optional for establishments with 4–29 employees, while establishments with 3 or fewer employees are not permitted to engage apprentices.

Benefits to Employers & Apprentices

Benefits to Employers

Reduced attrition through job-specific training
Lower long-term manpower costs
No statutory ESI/PF liability as applicable
Faster onboarding and future talent pipeline

Benefits for Apprentices

Practical on-the-job training
Enhanced employability
Basic training support up to INR 7500

For queries related to NAPS, contact us at
assessment@dwsscindia.com
NAPS Portal: www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in