Overview
TNSTC has released a recruitment notification for the post of Graduate Apprentice (Engineering), Technician (Diploma) Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) (1,518 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online (nats portal) before 28.08.2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- TNSTC
- Qualification
- Category: Qualification Required Category I - Graduate Apprentice (Engineering): Degree in Engineering/Technology (Regular Full-time) with First Class from a Statutory University, an institution empowered by an Act of Parliament, or a professional body examination recognized as equivalent by the State/Central Government Category II - Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: Diploma in Engineering/Technology (Regular Full-time) from a State Council/Board of Technical Education, a University, or an institution recognized as equivalent by the State/Central Government Category III - Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering): Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Humanities (BA/BSc/BCom/BBA/BBM/BCA etc.), Regular Full-time, from a UGC-approved Statutory/Deemed University Qualifying degree/diploma must have been passed during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or May 2026, and candidates must hail from Tamil Nadu. Not Eligible: Candidates who have already completed, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973, or who have one year or more of relevant experience, are not eligible to apply.
- Vacancies
- 1,518
- Posted
- 28.07.2026
- Last date to apply
- 28.08.2026
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 28.07.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 28.08.2026 |
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Eligibility
Category: Qualification Required Category I - Graduate Apprentice (Engineering): Degree in Engineering/Technology (Regular Full-time) with First Class from a Statutory University, an institution empowered by an Act of Parliament, or a professional body examination recognized as equivalent by the State/Central Government Category II - Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: Diploma in Engineering/Technology (Regular Full-time) from a State Council/Board of Technical Education, a University, or an institution recognized as equivalent by the State/Central Government Category III - Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering): Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Humanities (BA/BSc/BCom/BBA/BBM/BCA etc.), Regular Full-time, from a UGC-approved Statutory/Deemed University Qualifying degree/diploma must have been passed during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or May 2026, and candidates must hail from Tamil Nadu. Not Eligible: Candidates who have already completed, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973, or who have one year or more of relevant experience, are not eligible to apply.
Age Limit
The age limit will be followed as per the Apprenticeship Rules. Specific minimum/maximum age figures are not specified in the notification.
Salary
• Graduate Apprentices (Engineering and Non-Engineering): Rs. 12,300 per month • Diploma in Engineering (Technician) Apprentices: Rs. 10,900 per month
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on marks percentage + Certificate Verification
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at nats.education.gov.in. The process differs based on whether the candidate is already enrolled on the portal.
Required Documents
• B.E./B.Tech/Diploma/BA/BSc/BCom/BBA/BCA (or equivalent) Provisional Certificate or Consolidated Mark Sheet • Percentage of marks or CGPA x 10 (mandatory entry on the NATS portal; candidature will not be considered if not furnished) • Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD), if claiming reservation
Important Instructions
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending certificate verification. • No boarding or lodging expenses are admissible. • On completion of the apprenticeship period, the corporations have no obligation to offer employment, nor can an apprentice claim a right to employment on the grounds of completing the apprenticeship. • Incomplete or erroneous online applications received after the due date will be rejected; no further communication will be entertained. • BOAT (Southern Region) has not authorized any individual or organization to coordinate or liaise on its behalf. Candidates should beware of touts. • Canvassing or pressuring through any source will disqualify the candidature, and the candidate's name will be removed from official records without prior intimation. • For clarifications or enrollment verification queries, contact [email protected]. Candidates holding an engineering degree or diploma can also explore more Engineering Government Jobs and Diploma Apprentice Jobs across India. Graduates in Arts, Science, or Commerce can check the latest Tamil Nadu Government Jobs and Graduate Apprentice Jobs 2026 for more openings. Candidates interested in transport and public sector apprenticeships can also browse PSU Apprentice Recruitment 2026 and Chennai Government Jobs matching their qualification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for TNSTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1518 Graduate, Diploma and Non-Engineering Apprentice Posts?
Application Start Date: 28.07.2026; Application Last Date: 28.08.2026
What is the age limit?
The age limit will be followed as per the Apprenticeship Rules. Specific minimum/maximum age figures are not specified in the notification.
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on marks percentage + Certificate Verification