National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS)
National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) is an initiative of the Government of India aimed at promoting apprenticeship training and industry-based skill development by creating opportunities for youth to gain practical, hands-on experience across various sectors. NAPS bridges the gap between education and employment by encouraging establishments to engage apprentices, thereby enhancing employability, industry readiness, and workforce productivity in alignment with national skill development objectives.
National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) functions under the guidance of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in collaboration with industry partners, establishments, training providers, Sector Skill Councils, and government bodies. The initiative aims to strengthen industry-led apprenticeship training, promote practical skill development, enhance employability opportunities for youth, and encourage organizations to build a skilled and future-ready workforce through structured on-the-job training programs.
Through apprenticeship training programs across diverse sectors and industries, the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) provides aspiring youth with valuable practical exposure and on-the-job learning opportunities in multiple trades and occupational roles including manufacturing, automotive, electronics, IT, healthcare, welding, and other emerging domains. The scheme facilitates structured skill development within real industrial environments, enabling apprentices to acquire industry-relevant knowledge, technical competencies, and workplace experience.
Overall, NAPS serves as a vital initiative in strengthening the apprenticeship ecosystem of India by promoting industry-driven training, enhancing employability, bridging the gap between education and employment, and developing a skilled workforce aligned with the evolving needs of industries and the nation’s economic growth.
World Skills India 2023-2024
Journey to WorldSkills Competitions
In India, the State Governments identify the relevant skills and conduct the district and zonal competitions in each state to select the best skilled person from their respective states. The state champions are called for regional competitions where they show their skills. After the regional competitions, the top scorer makes it to the IndiaSkills Competitions i.e National Competitions. National Competition winners get special training to compete in WorldSkills Competition.
NAPS WORKSHOP 2026
Capital Goods & Strategic Skill Council (CGSSC) successfully conducted an online National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) Awareness Workshop on 5 June 2026. The workshop witnessed active participation from more than 145 representatives across 75 industries, who engaged in discussions on the benefits, opportunities, and implementation challenges of apprenticeship programs under NAPS.
The session featured valuable insights from our esteemed speakers, Mr. Devendra Baloni, Director, TDS Placements & Services Pvt. Ltd., and Dr. Sunil Kumar Jha, Director (R&D), Prerna Engineering Education Group Pvt. Ltd.
CGSSC extends its sincere appreciation to the distinguished speakers, and all the participants for their valuable contributions towards strengthening apprenticeship awareness and industry engagement.
The NAPS Workshop concluded successfully, fostering meaningful dialogue and valuable knowledge exchange among stakeholders. ✨
We extend our sincere appreciation to all participants for their active engagement and contribution to making the session impactful.
We would also like to express our gratitude to our esteemed speakers, Mr. Rajeev Sharma, Director – Assam Skill University, and Mr. Pawan Yadav, Head HR – Subros Limited, for sharing their insightful perspectives and industry expertise. Their inputs added significant value to the discussions and enriched the overall learning experience.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the success of the workshop!
NAPS WORKSHOP 2025
We’re excited to announce the successful participation and gathering of 60 plus manufacturing personnel in Awareness Workshop on National Apprenticeship promotion scheme at Subros Limited, IMT Manesar, on 29th March 2025.
Key Outcomes:
Enhanced understanding of NAPS benefits for industries and apprentices Real-life success stories and case studies Insights on government incentives and compliance Engaging discussions on bridging skill gaps through apprenticeships
A big thank you to Subros Limited for hosting and to all participants for their enthusiastic engagement. Let’s keep driving skill development through impactful collaborations!.