Schemes
Government Apprenticeship & Skill Development Schemes
Explore official apprenticeship, internship and skill development programmes introduced by various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India. These schemes help ITI students, diploma holders, graduates, employers and training partners participate in structured apprenticeship and skill development programmes.
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respective official Government portals.
Official Government Scheme Directory
Below are the major apprenticeship and skill development programmes operated through various Government of India Ministries. Always verify complete eligibility and application schedule from the official website.
| Scheme Name | Ministry | Eligibility | Benefits | Official Website |
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National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) Industry-based apprenticeship programme providing practical workplace training across multiple sectors. | Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship | 10th / 12th / ITI / Diploma / Graduate | Monthly Stipend Government Support Industry Experience | Visit Portal |
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National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) Graduate and Diploma apprenticeship programme under Ministry of Education. | Ministry of Education | Diploma / Graduate | Training Certificate Employment Exposure | Visit Portal |
| Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) | MSDE | Indian Citizens | Skill Training Certification | Visit Portal |
Featured Government Schemes (Detailed View)
National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS)
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| Scheme | National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) |
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| Department | Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) |
| Objective | Promote apprenticeship training across India by encouraging employers to engage apprentices through financial assistance and structured practical training. |
| Eligibility | 10th Pass, 12th Pass, ITI, Diploma, Graduate and other eligible candidates. |
| Benefits | • Monthly Stipend • Industry Experience • National Certificate • Practical Skill Development |
| Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS)
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| Scheme | National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) |
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| Department | Ministry of Education |
| Eligibility | Diploma Holders & Graduate Candidates |
| Benefits | • One Year Industrial Training • Monthly Stipend • Government Certificate • Better Employment Opportunity |
| Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
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| Department | MSDE |
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| Objective | Provide free skill development training aligned with industry requirements. |
| Eligibility | Indian Citizens fulfilling course-specific criteria. |
| Benefits | • Free Training • Government Certification • Placement Assistance |
| Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
Skill India Mission
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| Department | Government of India |
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| Objective | Improve employability through industry-focused skill development programmes. |
| Benefits | • Skill Courses • Digital Learning • Career Guidance • Government Support |
| Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
Additional Government Skill Development Programmes
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)
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| Department | Ministry of Rural Development |
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| Target Group | Rural Youth |
| Benefits | • Free Skill Training • Placement Assistance • Industry Partnership • Career Development |
| Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC)
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| Department | National Skill Development Corporation |
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| Services | Skill Development Programs, Training Partners, Sector Skill Councils |
| Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS)
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| Department | Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship |
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| Objective | Community-based vocational education and livelihood skill development. |
| Official Website | Visit MSDE |
General Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
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| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Educational Qualification | 10th / 12th / ITI / Diploma / Graduate (Scheme Specific) |
| Age Limit | As per Official Scheme Guidelines |
| Documents | Aadhaar, Qualification Certificate, Bank Account, Mobile Number |
Official Government Resources
| Portal | Description | Visit |
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| Apprenticeship India | National Apprenticeship Promotion Portal | Visit |
| NATS | Graduate & Diploma Apprenticeship | Visit |
| Skill India | National Skill Mission | Visit |
| MSDE | Ministry of Skill Development | Visit |
| NSDC | National Skill Development Corporation | Visit |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for Government apprenticeship schemes?
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Eligibility depends on the specific scheme. Different programmes are available for students, ITI candidates, diploma holders, graduates and employers.
Is there any application fee?
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Most Government portals allow candidates to register without any application fee. Applicants should always verify the latest official notification.
Where should I apply?
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Applications should always be submitted through the respective official Government portal linked above.
Disclaimer
Apprenticeship Internshi Portal is an independent informational website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Government of India or any Government Department. All apprenticeship, internship, skill development and recruitment information is collected from publicly available Government notifications and official portals. Candidates should always verify eligibility, important dates and application procedures through the respective official website before applying.
Apprenticeship Internshi Portal is an independent informational website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Government of India or any Government Department. All apprenticeship, internship, skill development and recruitment information is collected from publicly available Government notifications and official portals. Candidates should always verify eligibility, important dates and application procedures through the respective official website before applying.