The National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) is governed by the Ministry of Education, implemented through the Board of Apprentice Training (BOAT) / Board of Practical Training (BOPT). The scheme is designed to provide practical industry exposure to technically qualified youth, particularly diploma holders and graduates.

Governing Body:

• Board of Apprentice Training (BOAT)
• Board of Practical Training (BOPT)
• Ministry of Education, Government of India

Applicability:

• Applicable to establishments having 30 or more employees
• Mandatory compliance under the Apprenticeship Act

Stipulated Apprentice Headcount:

• Apprentice engagement as per norms defined under the Apprenticeship Act and BOAT guidelines

Eligibility & Qualification:

• Eligible candidates include:
  • Diploma holders
  • Graduates (Engineering / Non-Engineering as applicable)

Minimum Stipend Structure (INR):

• Diploma – ₹10,900
• Graduate – ₹12,300

Key Scheme Benefits:

• Apprentices are engaged strictly for training purposes
• No obligation to provide statutory employee benefits such as PF, ESIC, Bonus, etc.
• Substantial workforce cost optimization for employers

Government Reimbursement:

• Government reimburses 50% of the stipend or ₹4,500 per apprentice per month, whichever is lower

CSR Benefit:

• Expenditure incurred on apprenticeship training can be considered under CSR activities, helping organizations align skilling initiatives with social impact objectives