Collection
Funding rules for apprenticeships
A collection of the apprenticeship funding rules and associated guidance.
Responsibility for this guidance moved to the Department for Work and Pensions on 1 April 2026. You should continue to follow the guidance in this collection.
This collection applies to England only.
There are different funding rules for different apprenticeship start dates. You must follow the funding rules that apply to each apprentice.
The funding rules for previous years can be accessed through the National Archives.
For help and support, visit the apprenticeship service support centre.
Current funding year
Previous years
Additional guidance
Updates to this page
Published 29 July 2026