# The Apprentices Act, 1961, Section 12: Obligations of apprentices

- Act: The Apprentices Act, 1961 (Act 52 of 1961)
- In force from: 1962-03-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/apprentices-act-1961/section/12/

## Text

2 [(1)] 3 [Every trade apprentice] undergoing apprenticeship training training shall have the following obligations, namely:-- (a) to learn his trade conscientiously and diligently and endeavour to qualify himself as a skilled craftsman before the expiry of the period of training; (b) to attend practical and instructional classes regularly; (c) to carry out all lawful orders of his employer and superiors in the establishment; and (d) to carry out his obligations under the contract of apprenticeship. 4 [(2) Every graduate or technician apprentice 1 [technician (vocational) apprentice] undergoing apprenticeship training shall have the following obligations, namely:-- (a) to learn his subject field in engineering or technology 1 [or vocational course] conscientiously and diligently at his place of training; (b) to attend the practical and instructional classes regularly; (c) to carry out all lawful orders of his employer and superiors in the establishment; (d) to carry out his obligations under the contract of apprenticeship which shall include the maintenance of such records of his work as may be prescribed.]

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