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Mexico to Open First 2026 Jóvenes Construyendo el Futuro Enrollment on Feb. 1

The program enters 2026 offering a 9,582.47-peso stipend under a 25.17-billion-peso budget to expand paid apprenticeships.

Overview

  • The Labor Ministry says registration begins Sunday, Feb. 1, with more than 36,000 paid training places available nationwide.
  • Apprentices receive 9,582.47 pesos per month in 2026, indexed to the minimum wage, along with IMSS medical coverage.
  • The first deposit of the year was made on Jan. 28 at the new rate, and payments are scheduled for the 28th of each month via Banco del Bienestar.
  • The federal allocation for 2026 totals 25,173 million pesos with the goal of benefiting more than 500,000 young people across the country.
  • Eligible applicants aged 18–29 who are not studying or working must register on the platform, submit required documents, accept the Carta Compromiso, select a training center, and complete an interview, with monthly tutor evaluations and a certificate after 12 months.