Highlights of NAPS

Under this scheme:

 There are 2 categories of the trades for NAPS - 1.) Designated Trades, 2.) Optional
Trades
 Designated Trades are the trades, which are notified by Government. Whereas, Optional
trades are the trades under which Industry are free to design their own courses.
 Apprenticeship is mandatory as per the "Apprenticeship Act" for establishments having
40 or more employees (as per the amendments it would be now for employers with 30 or
more employees).
 Such establishments must do apprenticeship for minimum 2.5% to maximum 15% of
total positions (total workforce) in the company.
 Govt has also developed "Shreyas Portal" for Graduates.
 Apprenticeship can also be conducted under CSR activities. However, CSR would be
considered after the minimum limit of 2.5%. (For example - if establishments conduct the
apprenticeship of 4% workforce then 1.5% can be considered in CSR).
 The central government directly shares 25% of the total stipend (maximum of 1,500
rupees per month per apprentice) payable to an apprentice with employers.
 In addition, it will support basic training which is considered an essential component of
apprenticeship training, not exceeding Rs. 7,500/- for 500 hours training course.

Benefits to the industry

 2.5% - 15% of total workforce (including contractual) can be apprentices

 CSR budget can be utilized for apprenticeship program
 Reduces long-term costs and eases statutory and regulatory requirements
 Proactively address hiring requirements by training the apprentices as per industry needs

Benefits to the candidates

 An opportunity to learn while they earn from the age of 14 years

 Exposure to real work environment through hands-on Training
 Acquire skills and knowledge from industry experts
 Better employment opportunity after completion of apprenticeship

Eligibility of organizations for participation in NAPS

Any person/entity who has business in any trade/occupation, can participate in NAPS. In order to
avail the benefits of NAPS, organizations must:

 Engage apprentices in a band of 2.5% to 15% of the total strength of the establishment
 Be registered with EPFO/ESIC/LIN/UDYOG AADHAR*
 Have a TIN number , Be registered on the apprenticeship portal
 Have Aadhaar linked bank account *EPF and ESIC is not mandatory