Goa’s apprenticeship training scheme to bring in younger manpower

The has decided to announce the implementation of the Goa Chief Ministers Apprenticeship Training Scheme 2021.

The data of requirement of apprentices for every department needs to be called for and registration will be done on a first-come-first-serve basis. The data, which will be collected from various government and non-government establishments, will help accommodate skilled manpower in various categories in both sectors.

The scheme will cover all categories of apprentices as defined in the Apprentices Act, 1961. Apprentices having 15 years residence in the state shall be paid a stipend of Rs 1,500 per month over and above the stipend payable under any of the government of India apprentice scheme.

The benefits under the scheme shall be available only for a period of one year to the apprentices.