Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Mela 2023: The Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Mela (PMNAM) will be organized in more than 200 districts across the country and will see the participation of many local businesses. Many leading companies representing various sectors are also participating in this.

Companies and candidates interested in participating in the Apprenticeship Fair can register for the Fair by visiting apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and msde.gov.in.

Candidates who are class 5th to 12th pass or having skill training certificate or ITI certificate holder or diploma holder or graduate can apply for this Apprenticeship Fair. Candidates have to carry their Resume, three copies of all mark sheets and certificates, photo identity proof (Aadhar Card/Driving License etc.) and three passport size photographs to the respective venues.

The locations are also available on the Apprenticeship Mela portal (dgt.gov.in/appmela2022/). Those who have already enrolled are requested to reach the venue with all relevant documents. Through this fair, candidates can also get National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) recognized certificates, which will improve their employability rate after the training sessions.

Apprenticeship fairs are organized across the country on the second Monday of every month. As per the IndiaSkills 2023 report, more than 22 lakh active apprentices have been placed so far. In these melas, selected individuals are offered apprenticeship opportunities during which they receive a monthly stipend as per government norms to acquire new skills. The government is striving to train 15 lakh youth every year through apprenticeship training and fulfill this mission. Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship