Govt to organise PM-National Apprenticeship Melas on Oct 10.

October 10, 2022

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship is organizing Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Melas across 280 locations in 28 states and Union Territories.
Several local businesses have been invited to be part of the Mela to provide local youth with the opportunity to shape their careers through apprenticeship training. Participating companies will have the chance to meet potential apprentices on a single platform and choose applicants on the spot.
Apprenticeship Melas are held on the second Monday of each month to increase the employability of India’s youth. Following the completion of the programmes, the company which is providing the training is likely to hire the student as an employee.
Individuals can register for the Mela by visiting www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and to find the Mela’s nearest location.
To be eligible to apply, the students must have a 5th to 12th-grade pass certificate, a skill training certificate, an ITI Diploma or a graduate degree to participate. Those who have already enrolled have been requested to reach the venue with all the relevant documents.
Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Atul Kumar Tiwari said that, Apprenticeship Melas have a significant impact on the expanding numbers of apprenticeships and their successful execution across the country.
He said, upgrading the Apprenticeship Act 1961 not only ensured that the programmes provide additional job opportunities for talented individuals, but also there is a smooth transition from school to work life for young adults, who join the workforce.
The government is striving to train one million youth per annum through apprenticeship training and to fulfill this mission, Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Mela is being used as a platform to increase the participation of establishments and students.