# The Apprentices Act, 1961, Section 16: Employer‟s liability for compensation for injury

- 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/16/

## Text

If personal injury is caused to an apprentice by accident arising out of and in the course of his training as an apprentice, his employer shall be liable to pay compensation which shall be determined and paid, so far as may be, in accordance with the provisions of the Workmen's Compensation Act, 1923 (8 of 1923), subject to the modifications specified in the Schedule.

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