Union Education Minister Launches NATS 2.0 Portal and Disburses Rs. 100 Crore Stipends
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Launch of National Apprenticeship and Training Scheme (NATS) 2.0 portal and stipend disbursement. |
| Minister | Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. |
| Stipend Disbursement | Rs. 100 crore disbursed via Direct Benefits Transfer (DBT) to apprentices. |
| Objective | Enhance employability skills for young graduates and diploma holders. |
| Sectors Covered | IT, manufacturing, automobiles, etc. |
| Portal Features | Streamlines apprenticeship opportunities, facilitates registration and application processes. |
| Stipend Details | Guaranteed monthly stipend directly transferred to apprentices' bank accounts. |
| Alignment | Aligned with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 objectives. |
| Appeal to Institutions | Educational institutions and industries urged to participate in NATS 2.0. |
| Guidelines Issued | Draft guidelines for Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programmes (AEDP) by UGC and AICTE. |