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Through the comprehensive SHREYAS program, a total of 1,628.89 crore rupees have been disbursed from 2014-15 to 2022-23, benefiting 21,326 recipients.

Facts About:

• The Ministry of Human Resource and Development has introduced the Scheme for Higher Education Youth for Apprenticeship and Skills (SHREYAS) to align educational programs with the needs of industries and service sectors.
• It also encourages students to gain practical experience while studying.

Objectives:

• Enhance Students' Employability: By providing on-the-job work exposure through the National Apprenticeship Promotional Scheme (NAPS) and the National Career Service (NCS), SHREYAS aims to improve students' employability.
• Bridge the Gap Between Education and Industry: The scheme establishes a strong connection between education and industry.
• Dynamic Skill Development: SHREYAS offers students the opportunity to acquire skills in a dynamic manner.
• arn While You Learn": It introduces an "earn while you learn" system into higher education.
• Facilitate Quality Manpower: The scheme assists industries in recruiting high-quality manpower.
• Connect Students with Employment Opportunities: It links students with the government's employment facilitation efforts.