Contract registration and portal workflow

1. Classify apprentice category and trade.
2. Verify age, qualification, fitness and prior training.
3. Use current Format-1; include institution for degree/sandwich arrangements.
4. Enter the contract on the correct portal within the statutory timeline.
5. Resolve objections, retain registration acknowledgement and control amendments/novation.

Evidence to retain

Keep source calculations, approvals, portal acknowledgements, contracts, bank/DBT proof, training records and adviser correspondence for the full retention period applicable to your establishment and scheme.