TNSTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Qualification: Regular Full-time B.E./B.Tech., Diploma in Engineering/Technology, or Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Humanities (BA/B.Sc./B.Com./BBA./BBM./BCA etc.) from the prescribed recognized institutions.

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, University or an institution recognized as equivalent by the State/Central Government. Category III – Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) Degree in Arts, Science, Commerce or Humanities such as BA, B.Sc., B.Com., BBA., BBM., BCA etc. (Regular Full-time) from a UGC-approved Statutory/Deemed University. Additional Eligibility Candidates should have passed the qualifying Degree/Diploma during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or May 2026. Applicants must belong to Tamil Nadu. Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training, are currently undergoing apprenticeship, or possess one year or more of relevant work experience are not eligible.

• B.E./B.Tech./Diploma/BA/B.Sc./B.Com./BBA./BCA (or equivalent) Provisional Certificate or Consolidated Mark Sheet
• Percentage of Marks or CGPA × 10 Details
• SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD Certificate (if applicable)

1. 1Shortlisting based on Percentage of Marks
2. 2Certificate Verification

There is no written examination for this apprenticeship recruitment. Eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination, followed by certificate verification for shortlisted applicants.

This apprenticeship recruitment does not include a prescribed written examination or syllabus. Selection is based on academic merit in the qualifying Degree or Diploma and successful completion of certificate verification as per the notification.

Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at https://nats.education.gov.in. If you are a new candidate, complete the Student Registration and generate your 12-digit Enrolment Number. If you are already registered, log in using your registered email ID and password. If required, reset your password using the Forgot Password option. After logging in, click "Apply against Advertised Vacancies." Search for the relevant organization according to your preferred corporation (TNSTC Villupuram, TNSTC Kumbakonam, TNSTC Salem, TNSTC Madurai, TNSTC Tirunelveli, MTC Chennai or SETC Tamil Nadu). Click Apply and complete the online application. Upload the required Provisional Certificate/Consolidated Mark Sheet and enter the Percentage of Marks or CGPA × 10, wherever applicable. Verify all the information carefully before submitting the application. Ensure that the application status displays "Applied." Submit the application on or before 28 August 2026 and keep a copy of the application details for future reference.

Introduction The TNSTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been jointly released by the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) Chennai, and State Express Transport Corporation (SETC) Tamil Nadu for engagement of apprentices during the 2026-27 training year. A total of 1,518 apprenticeship training slots have been announced for Graduate Apprentice (Engineering), Technician (Diploma) Apprentice, and Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) categories. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal from 28 July 2026 to 28 August 2026. Vacancy Overview A total of 1,518 apprenticeship training slots have been notified under three apprenticeship categories. Apprentice Category Vacancies Graduate Apprentice (Engineering) 457 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice 438 Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) 623 Total 1,518 Participating Organizations TNSTC Villupuram TNSTC Kumbakonam TNSTC Salem TNSTC Madurai TNSTC Tirunelveli Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) Chennai State Express Transport Corporation (SETC) Tamil Nadu The notification states that the participating corporations reserve the right to increase or decrease the number of apprenticeship training slots. Eligibility Candidates must fulfill the eligibility conditions prescribed for the respective apprenticeship category. Category I – Graduate Apprentice (Engineering) Regular Full-time First Class Degree in Engineering/Technology from a Statutory University, an institution empowered by an Act of Parliament, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the State/Central Government. Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Regular Full-time Diploma in Engineering/Technology from a State Council/Board of Technical Education, University, or an institution recognized as equivalent by the State/Central Government. Category III – Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) Regular Full-time Degree in Arts, Science, Commerce or Humanities such as BA, B.Sc., B.Com., BBA., BBM., BCA, etc., from a UGC-approved Statutory/Deemed University. Additional Eligibility Conditions Candidates should have passed the qualifying Degree/Diploma during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or May 2026. Applicants must belong to Tamil Nadu. Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training, are currently undergoing apprenticeship training, or possess one year or more of relevant work experience are not eligible to apply. Age Limit The notification specifies that the age limit will be followed as per the Apprenticeship Rules. Specific minimum and maximum age figures have not been mentioned in the notification. Salary Selected apprentices will receive the following monthly stipend during the training period: Apprentice Category Monthly Stipend Graduate Apprentice (Engineering) ₹12,300 Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) ₹12,300 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice ₹10,900 The apprenticeship training will be conducted for one year under the provisions of the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act, 1973. Selection Process The selection process consists of the following stages: Shortlisting based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying Degree/Diploma. Publication of the shortlisted candidates list on the NATS Portal. Certificate Verification for shortlisted candidates. Final selection after successful document verification. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through their registered email ID, and certificate verification is tentatively scheduled at the TNSTC Trichy Region Office. Application Process Candidates should complete the application process by following these steps: Visit the NATS Portal at https://nats.education.gov.in. New candidates should complete Student Registration and obtain the 12-digit Enrolment Number. Existing registered candidates should log in using their registered email ID and password. Click on "Apply against Advertised Vacancies." Search for the relevant participating corporation (TNSTC, MTC or SETC). Complete the online application form. Upload the required educational documents and enter the percentage of marks or CGPA × 10, wherever applicable. Verify all details carefully before final submission. Submit the application before 28 August 2026. Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference. Important Dates Event Date Online Application Starts 28 July 2026 Last Date to Apply Online 28 August 2026 Shortlisted Candidates List Second Week of September 2026 Certificate Verification (Tentative) Fourth Week of September 2026 Conclusion The TNSTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 provides 1,518 apprenticeship opportunities across the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) Chennai, and State Express Transport Corporation (SETC) Tamil Nadu for the 2026-27 training year. Eligible Engineering Graduates, Diploma holders, and Non-Engineering Graduates who satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions can apply online through the NATS Portal within the application period. Selection will be based on academic merit followed by certificate verification, while selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹12,300 or ₹10,900, depending on the apprenticeship category. Candidates are advised to complete the online application before 28 August 2026 and regularly check the NATS portal for further updates regarding the recruitment process.