National Apprenticeship and Training Scheme (NATS) 2.0 online portal

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on July 30 launched the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme 2.0 portal and announced a stipend of Rs 100 crore for trainees. The funds will be paid directly to the trainees through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. The new initiative is part of the government’s efforts to improve the skills and job prospects of the youth in sectors such as IT, manufacturing and automobiles.

NATS 2.0 Portal Overview

The NATS 2.0 portal is designed to make the apprenticeship process easier. It allows people seeking apprenticeships to register and apply for opportunities, and it helps enterprises manage job opportunities and contracts more effectively.

Benefits of the NATS 2.0 Portal

The portal is expected to attract more users and help young graduates and diploma holders gain practical job skills. It also ensures that the trainees receive a monthly stipend for financial support during their training.

Panel discussion on apprenticeships

Two panel discussions were held on the future of apprenticeships. He covered topics such as:

• Degree programs that include apprenticeships
• Credit for apprenticeship training
• Working together between industry and higher education
• Using technology to improve DBT systems and e-governance

Government commitment to skills development

The Prime Minister emphasized the need for education that goes beyond traditional degrees. He encouraged educational institutions to focus on making students more employable by providing relevant courses, as outlined in this year’s budget. The DBT system was introduced in 2024 to ensure that stipends are distributed fairly and efficiently. The system allows stipends to be sent directly to trainees’ bank accounts, ensuring they receive their benefits sooner.

Supporting vocational education

The NATS 2.0 portal supports the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which aims to make vocational education an important part of the education system. It promotes the integration of vocational training with general education and supports student mobility through new guidelines for Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programs (AIDP) launched by UGC and AICTE.

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