• Helps fulfil mandatory Apprentice Act obligations.
• Government reimbursement of up to 50% of stipend, subject to a maximum (e.g., ₹4,500 per apprentice per month).
• Stipends to be paid to apprentices no need to have any statutory components like PF, ESIC etc.
• Apprentices are exempt from PF/ESIC statutory components.
• Stipend costs can be classified as CSR expenditure.

Purpose:
NAPS incentivises employers to engage apprentices by co-sharing stipend costs with the Government.
Scheme Benefits:

• Government reimbursement of 25% of the prescribed stipend, up to a cap (e.g., ₹1,500 per month per apprentice).
• Reduced recruitment cost and time.
• Eligibility for CSR accounting and exemption from PF/ESIC norms for apprentices.

Who Can Benefit:
Organisations of various sectors (IT, manufacturing, services, etc.) that deploy apprentices under designated or optional trades benefit through financial incentives and skilled talent pipelines.

1. Registration:
        Register establishment on official apprenticeship portals (e.g., NATS 2.0 and NAPS portal).

2. Contract Uploads:
        Upload apprentice contracts for approval by the Apprenticeship Advisor.

3. Return Filing:
       Timely submission of returns, quarterly reports, and stipend claims.

4. Stipend Payments:
       Pay stipends to apprentices at prescribed minimum rates.

5. Documentation & Compliance:
        Maintain records, attend assessments, and ensure NSQF alignment where required.

• Match apprentices with suitable candidates.
• Upload contracts and returns on apprenticeship portals.
• Prepare and submit quarterly and annual compliance reports.
• Liaise with BOAT/BOPT/Apprenticeship authorities.
• Assist with assessments, certifications, and training design.