{"id":2667,"date":"2025-09-16T14:06:52","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T08:36:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sgcms.com\/regulatory-updates\/?p=2667"},"modified":"2025-09-16T14:06:52","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T08:36:52","slug":"apprenticeship-amendment-rules-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sgcms.com\/regulatory-updates\/apprenticeship-amendment-rules-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><main id=\"root\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-offset\">\n<div class=\"isolate flex h-dvh\">\n<div class=\"erp-tab:p-0 md:gap-xs erp-tab:gap-0 lg:py-sm lg:pe-sm isolate flex h-auto max-h-screen min-w-0 grow flex-col\">\n<div class=\"@container\/main erp-tab:rounded-none erp-tab:shadow-none relative isolate min-h-0 flex-1 overflow-clip bg-clip-border shadow-sm lg:rounded-lg border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-base\">\n<div class=\"max-w-screen md:max-w-auto mx-auto flex w-full flex-col h-full\">\n<div class=\"scrollable-container scrollbar-subtle flex flex-1 basis-0 overflow-auto [scrollbar-gutter:stable]\">\n<div class=\"mx-auto size-full max-w-none\">\n<div class=\"erp-sidecar:h-fit erp-sidecar:pb-0 mx-auto h-full\">\n<div class=\"relative border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-base\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"pt-headerHeight md:pt-sm erp-sidecar:pt-0 erp-mobile-sidecar:pt-0 erp-sidecar:min-h-[var(--sidecar-content-height)] min-h-[var(--page-content-height)] md:min-h-[var(--page-content-height-without-header)] border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-transparent\">\n<div class=\"isolate mx-auto md:pt-6 px-md\">\n<div class=\"pb-md mx-auto pt-5 md:pb-12 max-w-threadContentWidth\">\n<div class=\"relative\">\n<div class=\"gap-y-sm flex flex-col\">\n<div class=\"gap-y-lg mt-3 flex flex-col first:mt-0\">\n<div class=\"border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-transparent\">\n<div class=\"gap-y-sm md:gap-y-md flex flex-col\">\n<div class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\">\n<div class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\">\n<div id=\"markdown-content-0\" class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\" dir=\"auto\">\n<div class=\"relative\">\n<div class=\"prose text-pretty dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-medium\">\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\">Key Highlights of Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules, 2025<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">The new\u00a0<strong>rules came into effect from 11th September 2025<\/strong>, as published in the official Gazette.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">The amendments focus on updating and clarifying provisions under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, especially the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\">What&#8217;s New in 2025?<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Definition Updates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">&#8220;Degree Apprenticeship&#8221; is now defined as a course with apprenticeship as an integrated part of the curriculum.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">&#8220;Institution&#8221; includes any college approved by a university or board for degree\/diploma courses.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">&#8220;Contractual staff&#8221; and &#8220;person with benchmark disability&#8221; have new definitions aligned with other modern labour laws.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Eligibility &amp; Engagement:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Minimum educational qualifications for apprentices (graduate, degree, technician, vocational, diploma) must match those in Schedule IA.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Degree apprentices cannot be engaged as apprentices after clearing their final exams unless specially approved.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Inclusion &amp; Reservation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Reserved training slots for persons with benchmark disabilities, in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">If reserved slots aren&#8217;t filled, they may be allocated to those meeting minimum fitness standards.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Strength &amp; Quota Changes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Establishments must engage apprentices amounting to 2.5%\u201315% of total staff (including contract staff), with 5% reserved for freshers and skill certificate holders.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Unfilled reserved slots for freshers or skill certificate holders can be filled by other apprentice categories, subject to approval.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Gap &amp; Re-engagement Rules:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">At least a\u00a0<strong>one-year gap between two trainings<\/strong>\u00a0unless previous training was terminated by employer default.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Apprentices can undertake a maximum of two trainings, and the second must be in a different trade.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Women apprentices face no waiting period if previous training was terminated for valid personal reasons.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\">Stipend Updates<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Minimum Monthly Stipend<\/strong>\u00a0(effective from September 2025):<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Class 5\u20139 pass-outs:\u00a0<strong>Rs. 6,800<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Class 10 pass-outs:\u00a0<strong>Rs. 8,200<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Class 12 pass-outs, vocational certificate holders:\u00a0<strong>Rs. 9,600<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Diploma holders (any stream):\u00a0<strong>Rs. 10,900<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Graduate\/degree apprentices:\u00a0<strong>Rs. 12,300<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Annual increments: 10% in the 2nd year and 15% in the 3rd year of training<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Government stipend share, if applicable, will be transferred directly to apprentices through Direct Benefit Transfer, subject to eligibility and scheme guidelines.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\">Procedures &amp; Compliance<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Model Contract:<\/strong>\u00a0New format for apprenticeship contracts ensures detailed recording of apprentice and establishment details along with compliance declarations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Reporting:<\/strong>\u00a0Quarterly reporting requirements for apprenticeships, maintenance of records by employers, and periodic assessment for certification.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Academic Partnership:<\/strong>\u00a0For degree apprenticeships, academic institutions partner with employers, ensuring formal contractual, management, and reporting obligations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\">Practical Training and Safety<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Apprentices are trainees (not workers), and general labour laws don&#8217;t apply except for specific safety, welfare, and compensation provisions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Employers must ensure compliance with workplace safety standards under the Factories Act and Mines Act, as applicable.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Special rules apply for practical training at client locations and overseas assignments, including additional compensation and insurance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\">Impact and Compliance<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Employers, educational institutions, and apprentices must comply with all revised rules and guidelines to ensure the smooth functioning and legal safety of apprenticeship programmes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">These amendments aim to make apprenticeship in India more inclusive, transparent, and attractive for both industry and candidates.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/main><\/p>\n<div data-type=\"portal\">Please find the official notification below:<\/div>\n<div data-type=\"portal\"><\/div>\n<div data-type=\"portal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-2162\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sgcms.com\/regulatory-updates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/pdf-icon-210x300.png\" alt=\"pdf icon\" width=\"27\" height=\"39\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sgcms.com\/regulatory-updates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/pdf-icon-210x300.png 210w, https:\/\/www.sgcms.com\/regulatory-updates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/pdf-icon-105x150.png 105w, https:\/\/www.sgcms.com\/regulatory-updates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/pdf-icon.png 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 27px) 100vw, 27px\" \/> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sgcms.com\/regulatory-updates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/2-LrGazNot_GSR_11.09.2025.pdf\">Apprenticeship Amendment Rules, 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-type=\"portal\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Highlights of Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules, 2025 The new\u00a0rules came into effect from 11th September 2025, as published in the official Gazette. The amendments focus on updating and clarifying provisions under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, especially the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992. What&#8217;s New in 2025? 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