Government Scheme Guides.
NATS, NAPS, MYKPY and state apprenticeship schemes — government-funded talent at zero or partial cost, explained for employers.
Free or part-funded talent — if you file correctly.
Government apprenticeship schemes are one of the most underused levers in Indian HR — genuine grants on stipend, structured training and an Apprentices Act framework that protects both sides. The catch: portals, compliance and audits are complex. These guides demystify each scheme and walk you through what TMS handles end-to-end.
Featured scheme guides
NATS Employer Playbook
National Apprenticeship Training Scheme: eligibility, prescribed stipends, BOAT registration, 50% reimbursement, Record of Training, CoP issuance. 10-min read.
NAPS Employer Playbook
National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme: DGT trades, 25% reimbursement (capped ₹1,500), portal flow, training records, NCVT certification. 9-min read.
MYKPY (Maharashtra) Playbook
Mukhyamantri Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana: stipend slabs (₹6k–10k fully funded), DSDE registration, RoT, 6-month cohort flow. 8-min read.
NATS vs NAPS Comparison
Which scheme fits which talent profile — engineering vs ITI, stipend coverage, duration, reimbursement, hand-off paths. 6-min read.
Stipend slabs by qualification + state & Contract Workers
How the IR Code reframes contract workers, fixed-term employment and the legal status of apprentices post-completion. 8-min read.
State Apprenticeship Schemes Index
MYKPY (Maharashtra) plus Gujarat, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, UP equivalents — state-by-state stipend levels and eligibility. 7-min read.
How to use these guides
Brief
Start with the NATS vs NAPS comparison to choose the right scheme for your role mix.
Proposal
Open the scheme-specific playbook for the registration walk-through and reimbursement flow.
Engagement
Use the state apprenticeship index if you operate in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Haryana, TN or UP.
Talk to us
Once decided, book a discovery call — we'll register your establishment, source apprentices and run the cohort end-to-end.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can employers save through these schemes?
Under NATS, 50% of stipend (up to prescribed minimum) is reimbursed. Under NAPS, 25% capped at ₹1,500/apprentice/month. Under MYKPY (Maharashtra), 100% of stipend is government-paid for 6 months. Combined with talent quality, returns are significant.
Can these apprentices be hired permanently after the program?
Yes, and it's common. After Certificate of Proficiency is issued, you can hire them onto your payroll or TMS Contract Staffing as confirmed employees.
Are these schemes worth the compliance overhead?
Yes if you have a structured training pipeline and want quality entry-level talent at part-funded cost. Marginal if you only need 1–2 people. TMS handles compliance end-to-end, so the only effort on your side is supervision.
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Free intro call to scope the situation. If we can help, we'll send a proposal within 48 hours.
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Book a 30-min apprenticeship consult.
Free intro call to scope the situation. If we can help, we'll send a proposal within 48 hours.