TNSTC/MTC/SETC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27: Apply for 1518 Slots
- Last Date
- 28 Aug 2026 (Expired)
- Total Posts
- 1518
- Apply Mode
- Online (NATS Portal)
- Job Type
- Apprenticeship (1 Year)
Job Overview
Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) — Villupuram, Kumbakonam, Madurai, Tirunelveli, Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) Chennai, and State Express Transport Corporation (SETC) Tamil Nadu Ltd — have jointly released a Notification for engagement of Apprentices for the year 2026-27 under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973, offering 1,518 apprenticeship training slots across Graduate Engineering, Diploma Engineering, and Non-Engineering Graduate categories.
Eligible candidates from Tamil Nadu who passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or May 2026 can apply online through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal from 28 July 2026 to 28 August 2026. This article covers the complete corporation-wise and discipline-wise training slot details, eligibility criteria, stipend, and application process for TNSTC/MTC/SETC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27.
TNSTC/MTC/SETC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27: Highlights
Category I: Graduate Engineering Apprentices (457 Slots)
| Corporation | Mechanical/Automobile/Civil | Electrical & Electronics | Computer Science/IT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TNSTC – Villupuram | 40 | 10 | 20+30 | 100 |
| TNSTC – Kumbakonam | 51 | 0 | 0 | 51 |
| TNSTC – Salem | 45 | 3 | 0 | 48 |
| TNSTC – Madurai | 18 | 2 | 0 | 20 |
| TNSTC – Tirunelveli | 66 | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| MTC – Chennai | 80 | 10+10 | 0 | 100 |
| SETC – Tamil Nadu | 60 | 2+6 | 0 | 68 |
| Total | 360 | — | — | 457 |
Category II: Diploma in Engineering Apprentices (438 Slots)
| Corporation | Mechanical/Automobile/Civil | Electrical & Electronics | Computer Science/IT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TNSTC – Villupuram | 10 | 4 | 11+15 | 40 |
| TNSTC – Kumbakonam | 123 | 0 | 0 | 123 |
| TNSTC – Salem | 45 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| TNSTC – Madurai | 48 | 0 | 3 | 51 |
| TNSTC – Tirunelveli | 22 | 4 | 0 | 26 |
| MTC – Chennai | 80 | 10+10 | 38 | 138 |
| SETC – Tamil Nadu | 60 | 2+6 | 0 | 68 |
| Total | 338 | — | — | 438 |
Category III: Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentices (623 Slots)
Note: The corporations reserve the right to increase or decrease the number of training slots.
Who Can Apply
Category I: Graduate Engineering Apprentices
A Degree in Engineering/Technology (Regular/Full-time) with First Class, from a Statutory University, an institution empowered by an Act of Parliament, or an equivalent professional body examination recognized by the State/Central Government.
Category II: Technician (Diploma) Apprentices
A Diploma in Engineering/Technology (Regular/Full-time) from a State Council/Board of Technical Education, a University, or an institution recognized by the State/Central Government as equivalent.
Category III: Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentices
A Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Humanities (BA/B.Sc./B.Com/BBA/BBM/BCA, etc.), Regular/Full-time, from a UGC-approved Statutory/Deemed University.
Age Limit
As per Apprenticeship Rules (no specific age mentioned in the notification).
Reservation
Reservation for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwD is applicable as per Apprentices Act guidelines. Candidates claiming reservation must provide certificates in the Government-standard format; otherwise, their claim will be considered as ‘General’ category only.
Previous Training/Experience
Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973, and/or have 1 year or more of work experience, are NOT eligible to apply.
Monthly Stipend
Selection Procedure
The Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region) prepares a shortlist from the online application data, based on the percentage of marks obtained in the basic prescribed qualification for the respective discipline. Shortlisted candidates are intimated through their registered email ID and must appear for Certificate Verification at the TNSTC Trichy Region office. No TA/DA is paid for attending certificate verification, and no boarding/lodging expenses are admissible.
Important: Upon completion of the apprenticeship period, the corporations have no obligation to offer employment to apprentices, nor can an apprentice claim any right to employment on the grounds of completing the apprenticeship.
Documents Required
- B.E./B.Tech/Diploma/B.A./B.Sc./B.Com/BBA/BCA (as applicable) Provisional Certificate or Consolidated Mark Sheet
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD), in Government-standard format, if claiming reservation
Note: Entering the percentage of marks in the “% of marks/CGPAx10” column on the NATS portal is mandatory; if not furnished, candidature will not be considered.
Important Dates
How to Apply
- Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal, nats.education.gov.in.
- New candidates (not previously enrolled): Click Student → Student Register → complete the application form to receive a 12-digit Enrolment Number (ATN…).
- Previously enrolled candidates: Log in with your registered email and password (use “Forgot Password” if migrating from the old portal www.mhrdnats.gov.in).
- Under “Apply against advertised vacancies,” search for your preferred corporation — “TAMILNADU STATE TRANSPORT CORPORATION VILLUPURAM LTD”, “TNSTC KUMBAKONAM”, “TNSTC SALEM SALEM REGION”, “TAMILNADU STATE TRANSPORT CORPORATION MADURAI LTD MADURAI REGION”, “TAMIL NADU STATE TRANSPORT CORPORATION LTD TIRUNELVELI REGION”, “METROPOLITAN TRANSPORT CORPORATION CHENNAI LTD”, or “STATE EXPRESS TRANSPORT CORPORATION TN LTD”.
- Click ‘Apply’ and upload your Provisional Certificate/Consolidated Mark Sheet with percentage of marks entered.
- Confirm your application status shows as “Applied”.
Why You Should Apply for This Post
With 1,518 apprenticeship training slots across engineering and non-engineering disciplines at Tamil Nadu’s major state transport corporations, this is one of the largest apprenticeship drives in the state, offering fresh graduates and diploma holders valuable hands-on training experience with a monthly stipend of up to Rs. 12,300.
Important Links
- Apply Online / NATS Portal
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Download NaukriPatra App
- Join NaukriPatra WhatsApp Channel
- Join NaukriPatra Telegram Channel
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many total apprenticeship training slots are there in TNSTC/MTC/SETC Recruitment 2026-27?
1,518 slots: 457 for Graduate Engineering Apprentices, 438 for Diploma Engineering Apprentices, and 623 for Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentices.
What is the last date to apply for TNSTC/MTC/SETC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
The last date for online application is 28 August 2026.
What is the monthly stipend for apprentices?
Rs. 12,300 for Graduate Apprentices (Engineering and Non-Engineering) and Rs. 10,900 for Diploma in Engineering (Technician) Apprentices.
Who is eligible to apply?
Graduate/Diploma holders in Engineering and Graduates in General streams from Tamil Nadu, who passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or May 2026, and have not previously undergone apprenticeship training.
What is the duration of the apprenticeship training?
1 year, as per the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973.
Does completing the apprenticeship guarantee a job?
No, the corporations have no obligation to offer employment to apprentices upon completion, nor can apprentices claim any right to employment on this basis.
What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, followed by Certificate Verification at the TNSTC Trichy Region office for shortlisted candidates.
Where can I download the official notification?
The official notification PDF is linked in the Important Links section above.
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