Employment & Skill Development
NAPS - Apprenticeship Training
Complete 2026 guide to NAPS: 25% stipend support for 10 lakh apprentices across 260 industries with ₹7,000-9,000 monthly allowance.
Last updated: 3/8/2026
Overview
National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme reimburses 25% stipend to establishments engaging apprentices. By 2026, 38 lakh apprentices trained across 26,000 establishments in 260 sectors. MSMEs get full stipend support first year.
Trades from ITI/freshers engaged 6 months-3 years. Stipend ₹7,000-9,000/month with 25% reimbursement (max ₹1,500). Basic training via skill centres. Portal tracks attendance, assessment, certification.
Who is Eligible?
- ITI passed/fresh graduates 14+ years
- Minimum 5% apprentices of semi-skilled
- 14 trades compulsory 26 optional
- No minimum education for some trades
- Contract period 6 months-3 years
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- ITI marksheet/degree
- Medical fitness
- Bank account details
- Employer registration
How to Apply
- 1Step 1: Employer registers at apprenticeship.gov.in
- 2Step 2: Apprentice applies to trades
- 3Step 3: Contract generation and approval
- 4Step 4: Monthly attendance marking
- 5Step 5: 25% stipend reimbursement claim
- 6Step 6: Assessment and certification