Central government scheme · Ministry of Education
National Apprenticeship Training Scheme
Also called NATS
National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) is run by the Ministry of Education. It is for people who have completed a graduate or diploma programme in engineering, humanities, science or commerce. Beneficiaries get paid apprenticeship training in industry with a monthly stipend where the government pays part of the amount directly to the apprentice, along with a Certificate of Proficiency upon completion. To apply, register on the NATS portal of the Ministry of Education and apply for apprenticeships offered by establishments.
Written by AI from the official details below.
Who can apply for NATS
- People who have completed a graduate or diploma programme in engineering, humanities, science or commerce.
NATS benefits
- Stipend of ₹9,000 a month for graduates and ₹8,000 a month for diploma holders (rates approved in 2021).
- The government pays 50% of the prescribed minimum stipend, up to ₹4,500 a month, directly to the apprentice by DBT.
- A Certificate of Proficiency on completion.
How to apply for NATS
- Register on the NATS portal of the Ministry of Education and apply for apprenticeships offered by establishments.
Where it applies
Every state and union territory. See what else applies near you
Checked
Checked against the sources below on 16 October 2026. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.
- National Apprenticeship Promotion and Training Schemes (23 Mar 2026) · Press Information Bureau
- Cabinet approves continuation of NATS for next five years (24 Nov 2021) · Press Information Bureau (Ministry of Education)
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