- The Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Mela is being held today, on November 14, at 199 locations across the country.
- The government has invited local businesses to offer apprenticeships to the youth.
- Here’s how you can register and participate in the apprenticeship mela.
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) will be hosting the Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Mela (PMNAM) as part of the government’s Skill India Mission at 199 locations across 25 states and union territories in the country.
The government has invited local businesses to be part of the mela and provide the local youth with apprenticeship opportunities. The companies will meet the potential candidates at the event and select them at the event itself, allowing the youth to find training opportunities and join an organization.
“The major purpose of this programme is to encourage companies to hire more apprentices, while also assisting employers in discovering and developing the potential they have via training and practical skill sets. It is also critical to embed apprenticeship in the educational ecosystem besides building credible pathways from apprenticeship to higher education,” said Atul Kumar Tiwari, secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
The mela is held each month and individuals hired receive a monthly stipend according to the criteria prescribed by the government. The government reportedly wants to train 1 million individuals each year.
Who can participate in the mela?
To participate in the apprenticeship mela, the individual must have passed class 5 to class 12 and have skill training certificates or hold a diploma from the Industrial Training Institute. Additionally, graduates can also apply for the apprenticeship mela.
How to register?
- To register for the mela, go to the PMNAM website
- Then, select “Candidate” and “New User”.
- Enter the required details and click on “Submit”.
What are the required documents?
The candidates will have to carry three copies of their resumes, three copies of all relevant marksheets and certificates, ID proof (Aadhaar Card, driving license, etc.) and three passport size photographs to the venue.
How to find your nearest apprenticeship mela and the vacancies?
- To find the nearest apprenticeship mela and available vacancies, go to the DGT website.
- Enter the name of your state or union territory.
- Now, select the nearest district from your location.
- You will now be able to see the apprenticeship mela near your location, the coordinator and the vacancies for different organizations.
