Dear Sushil
The whole objective the probationary period is to evaluate a new employee with objectivity, clearly set targets and provide confirmation on the due date
post appraisal, or in the alternative, extend the probation if need be, or to terminate the contract, if this trial does not yield desirable results. However, fair practice is essential and this should not be used as a device hire, use and fire. As highlighted by other experts, the Apprenticeship Act also provides
for continuous deployment of apprentice for mutual benefit. Another legal option is to engage persons through fixed term assignments (where the project is time bound/experimental). The institutions also provide interns for the mutual benefit of practical learning/induction of professional students and the industry on stipend basis.
Vasudevan