NATS (National Apprentice Training Scheme)
National Apprentice Training Scheme was introduced by the Government of India to increase employment opportunities and boost the economic development of the nation.
- NATS is typically a 1-year program wherein technically equipped students are trained to develop the practical knowledge and skills required in their field of work.
- They are provided top-notch training in qualified, reputed firms, which could be Central, state or private organizations, having excellent training facilities.
Effective 2021-22 to 2025-26(31/03/2026), the CCEA (Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs) has accorded approval of 3054 crores to apprentices who undergo training under the NATS program.
Because of increasing employment among the youth, as per new rules stated on the official NATS website, effective the NATS program will provide training for graduates not just in technical fields but in general streams such as B.Sc., B.com, and B.A. as well. The period of apprenticeship for these streams could be anywhere between 6 months and 3 years.
Approximately 9 lakhs of apprentices will be imparted formal training by industrial and commercial organizations. Apprentices who have completed graduation and diploma in Science, Engineering, Humanities and Commerce will be paid a NATS-approved revised stipend of Rs.9000/- and Rs.8000/- per month respectively.
Employers undertaking NATS are financially supported by the Government of India.
Salient features of NATS
- Wide range of subjects: 126+ subject fields present for graduate/diploma students for which training can be provided
- Skill development for all eligible: Foster skill development for graduates or diploma holders in Science, Engineering, Humanities and Commerce and students who have cleared Plus II.
- Certification of skills: Apprentices are issued a Certificate of Proficiency by GOI at the end of their training period deeming them eligible at all employment exchanges across India
- Payment of stipend: During the apprenticeship, the apprentice is paid a stipend amount, 50% of which goes to the employer by GOI.
- Satisfy business needs: Fill the skill gaps in organizations by allowing them to train the candidates as per their business needs
- Onboard people with right skills: Help employers equip their organizations with technically skilled people to handle complex technical issues
Eligibility criteria for NATS effective November 2021- 2026
- Graduate or diploma holder in Science, Engineering, Humanities and Commerce
- Candidate is +2 from a school or college
- Apprentice is at least 16 years old
- Should not be self-employed
- Should not be under other government-funded programs
- Should not be practising professionally at the time of application.
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Our Scope of Work
- Submitting an apprenticeship contract on the apprenticeship portal on behalf of the employer.
- Posting all returns on the portal on behalf of the employer.
- Submitting reimbursement claims towards stipend to the employer along with the attendance particulars.
- Complying with formalities required for trade apprentices as and when required.
Benefits of partnering with Alp for the NATS program
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Easy stipend administration
Co-ordinate with the employer and administer the stipend
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Quick registration
The applicants are registered on the apprenticeship portal.
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Monitoring
Constant monitoring and documentation of CSR activities
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Always available
Ensure the constant availability of trainees for the apprenticeship training scheme
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Update skills for future
Develop human resources for the present and the future
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A large source of candidates
Facilitate the employers to develop disciplined and skilled manpower through our large candidate database
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Meet organizational goals
Bridge skill gaps by providing reliable candidates to meet the employer’s organizational standards.
Alp Consulting encourages employers to get involved in mobilizing employment in India, where unemployment remains a huge concern. In the journey of contributing towards government schemes, our clients have benefitted and have been able to mould a workforce to suit the exact requirement of their organizations.
Partnering with Alp Consulting gives you access to a large pool of talent and future workforce along with consistent assistance through every step of the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme.
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