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Statutory Process • The Apprentices Act, 1961 • NAPS-2

Apprenticeship Registration Guide

Follow the sequential statutory path for Candidates (Apprentices) and Employers (Establishments) on the official government portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in), with clear step-by-step indicators, mandatory quota rules, and direct office assistance.

Portal apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
DBT Subsidy Direct Trainee Transfer (Up to ₹1,500/mo)
Quota Mandate Mandatory for 30+ Total Headcount
Cost Saving 100% Exempt from PF & ESIC

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Candidate

Keep clear scanned copies ready before commencing Step 01 registration:

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Aadhaar Card Mobile number must be actively linked for OTP authentication
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Active Mobile & Email For portal activation links, contract alerts and login OTPs
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Educational Marksheets 10th, 12th, ITI, Diploma, or Degree certificates in PDF/JPG format
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Bank Account (Aadhaar Seeded) NPCI-mapped bank account for direct government DBT stipend transfer
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Passport Photo & Signature Recent passport photograph and clear signature scan
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Category Certificate (If applicable) SC/ST/OBC or Disability certificate if claiming reservation benefits
Sequential Roadmap Click any step to jump directly to its instructions
01 Sign Up 02 Verify Email 03 Aadhaar e-KYC 04 DBT Bank Linking 05 Apply Vacancy 06 E-Sign Contract 07 DBT Stipend
STEP 01

Portal Sign Up & Account Creation

Phase 1: Registration

Visit the official portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Click on Register in the top header and choose Candidate. Select your qualification type (ITI Passout / Fresher / Skill Certificate / PMKVY). Enter your full name exactly as written on your Aadhaar Card, father/mother's name, date of birth, gender, mobile number, and email. Set your password and submit. The portal generates your permanent Candidate Code (A-Number).

Important: Save your Candidate Code (A-Number) safely. This code is your permanent national identification across all training contracts.
Followed By Next Action: Proceed to Step 02: Email Activation
STEP 02

Email Verification & Account Activation

Phase 2: Activation

Check your registered email inbox for an automated activation message from the Apprenticeship Portal. Open the email and click the Activate button or URL link. Once confirmed, your candidate profile is activated and ready for login.

Followed By Next Action: Proceed to Step 03: Aadhaar e-KYC
STEP 03

Complete Mandatory Aadhaar e-KYC

Phase 3: Mandatory Authentication

Log in to your candidate dashboard using your Candidate Code or registered email. Click on Complete e-KYC. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and generate OTP. Enter the 6-digit OTP received on your mobile. Your profile photo, legal name, gender, date of birth, and permanent address are automatically verified and locked from UIDAI database records.

Statutory Rule: Under NAPS-2 guidelines, candidates who have not completed Aadhaar e-KYC are barred from applying for opportunities and signing training contracts.
Followed By Next Action: Proceed to Step 04: Profile & DBT Bank Linking
STEP 04

Profile Completion (100%) & DBT Bank Account Linking

Phase 4: Profile 100%

Complete all remaining data sections to bring your profile to 100%:

  • Educational Records: Add highest qualification (10th/12th/ITI/Diploma/Graduation), school/college name, marks percentage, and upload marksheets.
  • Bank Details for DBT: Input bank account number, account holder name, and IFSC code. Ensure your bank account is seeded with Aadhaar and mapped with NPCI for Direct Benefit Transfer.
  • Profile Verification: Verify that the dashboard shows 100% Completed.
Followed By Next Action: Proceed to Step 05: Apply for Opportunities
STEP 05

Search & Apply for Apprenticeship Opportunities

Phase 5: Job Application

Navigate to Apprenticeship Opportunities tab:

  • Course Filter: Designated Technical Trades (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Turner, Machinist) or Optional Service Trades (HR, Accounts, Sales, Quality, Logistics).
  • Location Filter: Filter by State and District (e.g., Rajkot, Gujarat).
  • Review & Apply: Check monthly stipend, training duration, and company details. Click Apply.
Followed By Next Action: Proceed to Step 06: Digital Contract E-Signing
STEP 06

Offer Acceptance & Digital Contract E-Signing

Phase 6: Legal Contract

Upon selection by the employer, an official contract is issued to your dashboard. Review the contract in the Contracts section:

  • Verify training tenure (start date and end date) and weekly working hours.
  • Verify total stipend amount (Company share + Govt DBT subsidy share).
  • Click Sign Contract and authenticate with your Aadhaar OTP. The digitally executed contract is registered under the Apprentices Act.
Followed By Next Action: Proceed to Step 07: Training & DBT Stipend
STEP 07

Training Commencement, Monthly Attendance & DBT Stipend

Phase 7: Certification

Join the establishment on the designated start date:

  • Your company marks monthly attendance on the portal.
  • The company transfers its stipend share directly to your account.
  • The Government of India transfers its NAPS subsidy share (up to ₹1,500/month) directly into your Aadhaar-linked account via DBT.
  • Upon training completion, an assessment is conducted to issue your recognized National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC).
Final Milestone: Full Candidate Lifecycle Complete

Direct Action on Official Portal

Proceed to candidate registration or log in to manage your active apprenticeship applications.

Candidate Registration Portal ↗ Candidate Login ↗
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