Union Minister of Education, Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan on April 21 digitally inaugurated the launch of the National Apprenticeship Mela across 700+ location in the country.
- Individuals having a 5th–12th grade pass certificate, a skill training certificate, an ITI Diploma, or a graduate degree were eligible to participate in the PM Apprenticeship Mela.
- The main objective of this programme was to encourage the hiring of approximately One lakh apprentices and to assist employers in identifying and developing their potential through training and practical skillsets.
- In addition, the young and aspiring workforce was given a choice of 500+ trades, including welder, electrician, housekeeper, beautician, mechanic, and others.
- They were given on-the-spot apprenticeship offers with monthly stipends as per the government standards. Following, they will get monthly stipend as per the Government standards for developing new skills, an opportunity to earn while they learn.
- The candidates will get certificates, recognized by National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET), increasing the chances of their employability after the training.
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