Graduate drawback
Up to INR 4,500 per month per graduate apprentice.
Apprenticeship
NATS — National Apprenticeship Training Scheme
The same 2.5%–15% workforce band for establishments with 30+ employees — with higher stipend drawback for graduates and diploma holders.
Key takeaways from NATS
NATS is built for employers who want graduate and diploma apprentices on a commercially viable structure: drawback stipend up to INR 4,500 per month per graduate apprentice and INR 4,000 per month per diploma apprentice, zero statutory deductions, and a CSR opex option where applicable.
Like NAPS, it creates an industry-ready manpower funnel, reduces recruitment expenditure, and remains strictly apprenticeship training with no employer–employee relationship. Duration is 6 to 36 months with financial support in the first 12 months. Stipend is equal to or higher than relevant minimum wages.
Trainees get learn-and-earn, industry induction, dual certification, specialised skills and live training from industry experts.
What we deliver
Built around accuracy and a defined operating calendar
Diploma drawback
Up to INR 4,000 per month per diploma apprentice.
Workforce band
2.5%–15% of workforce for establishments with 30+ employees.
Training design
Tailored courses; 6–36 months; industry experts as trainers.
Let’s build a future-ready workforce
Simplify hiring. Streamline compliance. Build stronger teams.