What do you get under Paid apprenticeship?
Paid on-the-job apprenticeships in companies, with a monthly stipend (partly reimbursed by the government) and a national certificate.
Who is eligible for Paid apprenticeship?
- Age 14 or more (18 for hazardous trades), with the minimum education for the trade.
Documents needed for Paid apprenticeship
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for Paid apprenticeship
- Register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and apply to openings near you.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Paid apprenticeship?
Age 14 or more (18 for hazardous trades), with the minimum education for the trade.
How much do I get under Paid apprenticeship?
Paid on-the-job apprenticeships in companies, with a monthly stipend (partly reimbursed by the government) and a national certificate.
What documents do I need for Paid apprenticeship?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Education certificates (marksheets); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account).
How do I apply for Paid apprenticeship?
Register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and apply to openings near you. Official site: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Paid apprenticeship?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
Official sources
- Apprenticeship India portal
- Govt of West Bengal portal: NAPS (central scheme summary, updated June 2026)
Last checked 30 October 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.