National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme-2

National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme-2 Latest News

Recently, the Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), informed the Lok Sabha about National Apprenticeship Promotion (NAPS -2) Scheme-2. 

About National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme-2

• It is implemented throughout the country from 2022-23 by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship with the aim to promote apprenticeship training across India.
• The National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme’ (NAPS) was launched in August, 2016 with the objective to promote apprenticeship training and to increase the engagement of apprentices. 
• Under NAPS-2, the Government provides partial stipend support to apprentices engaged under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

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Features of NAPS-2

• Financial support through DBT: Government provides stipend support to eligible apprentices engaged by establishments under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
• The Government’s share being released directly to beneficiaries through a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism.
• Industry-led training: Apprenticeship training is conducted in actual work environments using the training facilities available with participating establishments, enabling hands-on learning and industry exposure.
• Technology-enabled implementation: A dedicated online portal facilitates end-to-end implementation of apprenticeship training, including registration, contract approval, monitoring and disbursement ofbenefits.
• Facilitation through TPAs: Mobilisation of apprentices and establishments, particularly MSMEs, is supported through empanelled ThirdParty Aggregators (TPAs).

Source: PIB