Who can be a Graduate Apprentice Trainee?
You must have a graduate degree — either in engineering or non-engineering (any bachelor’s degree) from a recognized university.
2. What does the training involve?
You work on-site in a company.
You assist with real tasks relevant to your field — such as engineering projects, operations, quality work, documentation, team collaboration, etc.
You apply classroom knowledge in real work scenarios to build skills and experience.
3. Duration of Training
Most graduate apprenticeships are for about 1 year.
4. Contract and Legal Status
You enter into a contract of apprenticeship with the employer (registered through the government portal).
As per the Apprenticeship Act, apprentices are trainees — not regular employees — and some labour laws may not fully apply.
5. Stipend / Pay
You are usually paid a stipend (monthly training pay). The amount varies widely — from modest government minimum amounts (e.g., ~₹7,000–₹9,000 per month under Apprenticeship rules) to much higher stipends with private companies.
Some companies may depending on industry and role (e.g., engineering apprenticeships).
You work on actual projects, not just theory
Learn how companies really function (processes, systems, teamwork)
Adds recognized experience to your resume
Makes you more employable than freshers with no exposure
Many companies prefer candidates with apprenticeship background
You receive a monthly stipend during training
No pressure of performance like a permanent job, but still earn money
Registered under Apprenticeship Act / NATS / NAPS
Certificate after completion → useful for future jobs & PSU/private roles
Technical skills (tools, machines, software, field work)
Soft skills: communication, discipline, teamwork, workplace ethics