Maharashtra to launch India’s first AI-powered apprenticeship assistant

The officer said that despite strong policy frameworks, young people have continued to face practical barriers, including complex registration procedures, lack of guidance, and information gaps, that limit their access to available opportunities. MahaChatur AI is the state government’s direct response to provide a guided access as per the Chief Minister’s directives to work towards “ease of living” and “ease of doing business” for citizens.

The system, developed in collaboration with Rightwalk Foundation, is built on open-source AI models hosted within government-controlled infrastructure, ensuring data security and sovereignty. All interactions are consent-based, meaning actions are taken only after user approval through official government systems.

Officials say the platform reduces the time required to navigate apprenticeship processes. Tasks that previously took two to three days can now be completed in approximately 15 minutes with guided support — a change expected to boost registrations and reduce drop-offs from the scheme.
The platform also promotes inclusive access, with particular attention to rural communities, disadvantaged youth, and first-generation learners. Real-time data generated through the system will also support policy monitoring and program improvement.