Central Apprenticeship Council recommends 36% increase in apprentice stipend under NAPS and NATS
The 38th meeting of the Central Apprenticeship Council, chaired by MoS (IC) Jayant Chaudhary on 26 May 2025, recommended a 36% increase in stipend under NAPS and NATS, revising the range from ₹5,000–₹9,000 to ₹6,800–₹12,300.
Summary
The Central Apprenticeship Council (CAC), at its 38th meeting chaired by Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary at Vigyan Bhawan on 26 May 2025, recommended a 36% increase in the stipend under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) and the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS). The recommendation would revise the stipend range from ₹5,000–₹9,000 to ₹6,800–₹12,300 a month, aiming to reduce dropouts and attract more candidates.
Key facts
- Body
- Central Apprenticeship Council, 38th meeting
- Date
- 26 May 2025, Vigyan Bhawan
- Chair
- Jayant Chaudhary, MoS (IC), MSDE
- Recommendation
- 36% stipend increase under NAPS and NATS
- Stipend range
- ₹5,000–₹9,000 → ₹6,800–₹12,300
Practice MCQs 2 questions
By what percentage did the Central Apprenticeship Council recommend increasing the stipend under NAPS and NATS in May 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 36%
The 38th CAC meeting recommended a 36% increase in stipend.
Under the Central Apprenticeship Council's May 2025 recommendation, what would be the revised monthly stipend range under NAPS and NATS?
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Correct answer: A — ₹6,800–₹12,300
The stipend range would be revised from ₹5,000–₹9,000 to ₹6,800–₹12,300.