TNPDCL Diploma Apprentice Recruitment 2026
TNPDCL Diploma Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) has announced 500 Diploma (Technician) Apprentice training places for 2026-27 under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973. Diploma engineers from Tamil Nadu who passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or May 2026 can apply online on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) from 28 October 2026 to 28 November 2026. The stipend is ₹10,900 a month for one year, and there is no written exam: shortlisting is on diploma percentage.
This is apprenticeship training, not a regular job. TNPDCL has no obligation to offer employment after training.
Source note: The official notification is hosted on nats.education.gov.in. We read the identical PDF through a Testbook CDN copy and checked the figures against it. Confirm on nats.education.gov.in and tnpdcl.org before applying.
TNPDCL Apprentice 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (TNPDCL) with Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region), Chennai |
| Post | Diploma (Technician) Apprentice - Engineering |
| Total Training Places | 500 |
| Stipend | ₹10,900 per month |
| Duration | One year |
| Eligibility | Tamil Nadu diploma holders, passed 2022 to May 2026 |
| Selection | Shortlist on diploma percentage + certificate verification |
| Apply Mode | Online, NATS student login |
TNPDCL Apprentice 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 28.10.2026 |
| Last date to apply | 28.11.2026 |
| Shortlist declared | Second week of December 2026 |
| Certificate verification at TNPDCL office | Fourth week of December 2026 (tentative) |
TNPDCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Discipline | Training places |
|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 455 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 35 |
| Computer Engineering / Information Technology | 10 |
| Total | 500 |
The notification says TNPDCL can increase or decrease the number of places. Up to 10% is reserved for wards of regular employees of TNEB Limited, TNPDCL, TNPGCL, TNGECL and TANTRANSCO; unfilled ward seats go to other candidates. SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD reservation follows the Apprentices Act and needs a certificate in the government format.
TNPDCL Apprentice Eligibility 2026
Educational Qualification
A regular, full-time Diploma in Engineering or Technology in the relevant discipline from a State Board or Council of Technical Education, a university, or an institution recognised as equivalent. B.E./B.Tech. holders and above are not required for these seats. You must be from Tamil Nadu and have passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or May 2026.
Age Limit
The notification says only that the age limit follows the Apprenticeship Rules. It prints no age figure.
Not eligible
Candidates who have done or are doing NATS 2.0 or NAPS apprenticeship or PMIS internship, or who have one year or more of experience, cannot apply.
TNPDCL Apprentice Selection Process 2026
BOAT (SR) shortlists candidates from online application data by percentage of marks in the qualifying diploma. Shortlisted candidates are told by registered email and attend certificate verification at the TNPDCL office. There is no written test or interview. No TA/DA or lodging is paid.
TNPDCL Apprentice Stipend
₹10,900 per month for one year. The fee for applying is not mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply for TNPDCL Apprentice 2026
- Go to nats.education.gov.in and click Student.
- Register (first time) or log in. Existing mhrdnats users must reset their password and complete migration.
- Under "Apply against advertised vacancies" search Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) and click Apply.
- Enter your diploma percentage in the "% of marks" column. Applications without it are not considered.
- Check that the status shows "applied". Apply before 28 November 2026.
TNPDCL Apprentice 2026 Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official notification PDF | NATS portal PDF |
| Apply online | nats.education.gov.in |
| TNPDCL website | tnpdcl.org |
TNPDCL Diploma Apprentice Recruitment 2026 FAQs
What is the last date for TNPDCL Apprentice 2026?
The last date to apply on NATS is 28 November 2026.
TNPDCL apprentice ke liye kitni vacancy hai?
Kul 500 training places hain: Electrical and Electronics 455, Electronics and Communication 35, Computer/IT 10.
TNPDCL apprentice ka stipend kitna hai?
₹10,900 per month, one year ki training ke liye.
Is there an exam for TNPDCL Apprentice?
No. Shortlisting is based on diploma percentage, followed by certificate verification.
Who can apply for TNPDCL Apprentice?
Tamil Nadu diploma engineers in the listed branches who passed between 2022 and May 2026.
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Final Words
TNPDCL Diploma Apprentice 2026 offers 500 paid training places with no exam. Keep your diploma percentage and certificates ready and apply on NATS before 28 November 2026.
Important: This article summarises the TNPDCL apprentice notification 2026-27. Always confirm the latest details on the official website before applying.