NITI Aayog Releases Report on Revitalizing Apprenticeship Ecosystem

On 20th February 2026, NITI Aayog launched a policy report titled “Revitalizing Apprenticeship Ecosystem: Insights, Challenges, Recommendations and Best Practices.”

  • The report presents a comprehensive analysis of India’s apprenticeship landscape.

Key Highlights

  • State Disparities: Apprenticeship engagement is highly concentrated, with Gujarat accounting for 24.18% of total engagements under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) in FY 2024-25.
  • Top States: Industrially advanced states including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka hold the majority of apprenticeship engagements.
  • Regional Lags: Several states and union territories contribute less than 0.001% to the national pool, reflecting persistent regional disparities.

Challenges in the Apprenticeship Ecosystem

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