NAPS Employer Onboarding Checklist
NAPS participation starts with a genuine apprenticeship programme, not simply a portal account. Employers should establish the trade, training capacity, contract process and stipend arrangements before recruitment.
Review the engagement before onboarding
Assess whether the proposed arrangement meets the Apprentices Act and relevant rules. Verify establishment and apprentice eligibility, the appropriate trade and the current NAPS guidelines. Do not assume every trainee or existing employee qualifies as an apprentice.
Build an evidence file
Keep establishment documents, apprentice eligibility records, registered contracts, training plans, attendance, stipend payments and assessment records together. Missing evidence can delay processing or affect assistance eligibility.
Avoid budgeting for unconfirmed support
Scheme support is conditional. Verify the latest official guidelines and payment process before treating it as a receivable. Onboarding time depends on documents, portal processing and the competent authority.
Sources & references
Updated 2026-10-07. Verify current official rules and notifications before acting.