Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) has released the notification for engagement of Diploma (Technician) Apprentices for the year 2026-27 under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act, 1973. A total of 500 Diploma Technician Apprentice training places are available in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Computer Engineering/Information Technology.
Eligible candidates who are Diploma holders in Engineering and passed their qualification during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or May 2026, and are hailing from Tamil Nadu, can apply online through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal. The apprenticeship training will be for one year, with a monthly stipend of Rs. 10,900.
Official Notification PDF: TNPDCL Recruitment 2026
TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) |
| Recruitment | Diploma (Technician) Apprentices |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Total Training Places | 500 |
| Qualification | Diploma in Engineering / Technology |
| Eligible Passing Years | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & May 2026 |
| Stipend | Rs. 10,900 per month |
| Training Duration | One Year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Portal | NATS |
| Application Start Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 November 2026 |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu |
TNPDCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026
TNPDCL has announced 500 training places for Diploma (Technician) Apprentices in three engineering disciplines. The largest number of vacancies is available for Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
| Discipline | No. of Training Places | Monthly Stipend | Training Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 455 | Rs. 10,900 | One Year |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 35 | Rs. 10,900 | One Year |
| Computer Engineering / Information Technology | 10 | Rs. 10,900 | One Year |
| Total | 500 | Rs. 10,900 | One Year |
TNPDCL has stated that it may increase or decrease the number of vacancies mentioned in the notification.
TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
The recruitment is specifically for eligible Diploma holders in Engineering who satisfy the prescribed apprenticeship requirements.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Diploma in Engineering or Technology in the relevant discipline. The diploma must be:
- A regular full-time Diploma in Engineering or Technology granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education established by a State Government in the relevant discipline; or
- A regular full-time Diploma in Engineering or Technology granted by a University in the relevant discipline; or
- A Diploma in Engineering and Technology granted by an institution recognised by the State Government or Central Government as equivalent to the above qualifications.
The notification specifically states that higher-qualified candidates such as B.E./B.Tech. and above are not required for Diploma Apprentice selection.
Eligible Passing Years
Applicants must be Diploma holders who passed their qualification during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or May 2026. The notification also specifies that applicants should be hailing from Tamil Nadu.
Age Limit
The age limit will be followed according to the applicable Apprenticeship Rules. The notification does not specify a separate numerical age limit.
TNPDCL Apprentice Reservation 2026
Reservation of vacancies will be followed according to the guidelines under the Apprentices Act for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwD categories.
Candidates claiming reservation must produce the prescribed certificate in the Government standard format. If the required certificate is not produced, the reservation claim will be considered under the General category. BC/MBC candidates claiming OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) reservation must produce an OBC (NCL) certificate in the approved format.
TNPDCL Ward Quota 2026
Up to 10% of the vacancies are reserved through horizontal reservation for wards of regular/permanent employees of TNEB Limited, TNPDCL, TNPGCL, TNGECL and TANTRANSCO.
Wards of contract, temporary, casual or retired employees are not eligible to claim the 10% Ward Quota. Eligible ward candidates must apply through the NATS portal and obtain the prescribed Ward Certificate provided as Annexure-A of the notification.
The Ward Certificate has to be produced only at the time of Certificate Verification. A copy of the parent's ID card must also be produced during verification. No hard copy or soft copy of the Ward Certificate needs to be sent separately to the concerned offices.
TNPDCL Apprentice Training Duration 2026
The duration of the apprenticeship training is one year as prescribed under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act, 1973.
TNPDCL Apprentice Stipend 2026
Selected Diploma Technician Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 10,900 during the one-year apprenticeship training period.
| Post | Stipend | Training Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma (Technician) Apprentice | Rs. 10,900 per month | One Year |
Previous Training / Experience Eligibility
Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing NATS 2.0 / NAPS Apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act, 1973, PMIS Internship Training, or candidates having one year or more experience are not eligible to apply.
TNPDCL Apprentice Selection Process 2026
The selection process is based on shortlisting according to the percentage of marks obtained in the basic prescribed qualification applicable to the respective discipline.
The Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region) will prepare the shortlist using the online application data. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through their registered email ID and will have to appear for Certificate Verification at the TNPDCL Office.
- Shortlisting based on Diploma marks
- Publication/intimation of shortlisted candidates
- Certificate Verification
- Apprenticeship engagement
TNPDCL NATS Registration and Application Process 2026
Candidates must apply through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal. The notification provides different procedures depending on whether the candidate is already registered on the old portal, registered on the new portal, or is enrolling for the first time.
For Candidates Already Registered on the Old NATS Portal
- Visit nats.education.gov.in.
- Click Student.
- Click Student Login.
- Use the registered email ID and reset the password if required.
- Complete the new portal migration/enrolment process.
- Log in with the new password.
- Under Apply against advertised vacancies, search for Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL).
- Click Apply.
- Confirm that the application status shows Applied.
For Candidates Already Registered on the New NATS Portal
- Log in to the NATS portal using the registered email ID and password.
- Go to Apply against advertised vacancies.
- Search for Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL).
- Click Apply.
- Check that the application status shows Applied.
For First-Time NATS Registration
- Visit nats.education.gov.in.
- Click Student.
- Select Student Register.
- Complete the registration/application form.
- A unique 12-digit Enrolment Number will be generated.
- Log in using the email ID and password.
- Go to Apply against advertised vacancies.
- Search for Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL).
- Click Apply.
- Confirm that the status shows Applied.
The notification makes it mandatory to enter the percentage of marks obtained in the Diploma examination in the NATS portal. Candidates are advised to enter the percentage using their Diploma Provisional Certificate or Consolidated Mark Sheet. If the percentage of marks is not furnished, the candidature will not be considered.
TNPDCL Apprentice Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 November 2026 |
| Shortlisted Candidates List | Second Week of December 2026 |
| Certificate Verification | Fourth Week of December 2026 (Tentatively) |
Documents Required for TNPDCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep their relevant documents ready for the application and Certificate Verification process. Depending on the candidate's category and eligibility, documents may include:
- Diploma Provisional Certificate or Consolidated Mark Sheet
- NATS Enrolment details
- Community/Caste Certificate, where applicable
- OBC (NCL) Certificate, where applicable
- PwD Certificate, where applicable
- Ward Certificate, for candidates claiming Ward Quota
- Parent's ID Card copy, for eligible Ward candidates
- Other certificates required during Certificate Verification
TNPDCL Apprentice Certificate Verification 2026
Shortlisted candidates must appear for Certificate Verification at the TNPDCL Office. The notification states that no TA/DA will be paid for attending Certificate Verification and no boarding or lodging expenses will be admissible.
For Ward Quota candidates, the prescribed Ward Certificate and a copy of the parent's ID card must be produced at the time of Certificate Verification.
Does TNPDCL Apprentice Recruitment Guarantee a Job?
No. Completion of the apprenticeship does not create any obligation on TNPDCL, TNEB Limited, TNPGCL, TNGECL or TANTRANSCO to offer employment to the apprentice. An apprentice cannot claim a right to employment solely on the basis of completing the apprenticeship training.
TNPDCL Apprentice Application Rejection
Incomplete or erroneous online applications received after the due date will be rejected. The notification states that no further communication in this regard will be entertained.
Candidates should therefore ensure that their NATS profile is complete, the correct discipline is selected, and the Diploma percentage is entered correctly before submitting the application.
Important Instructions for TNPDCL Recruitment 2026
- The recruitment is for Diploma (Technician) Apprentices.
- A total of 500 training places are available.
- The monthly stipend is Rs. 10,900.
- The training duration is one year.
- Eligible Diploma passing years are 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and May 2026.
- Candidates should be hailing from Tamil Nadu.
- Higher-qualified candidates such as B.E./B.Tech. and above are not required for Diploma Apprentice selection.
- The age limit will be as per Apprenticeship Rules.
- Candidates who have already undergone/currently undergoing NATS/NAPS apprenticeship, PMIS Internship Training or have one year or more experience are not eligible.
- Selection is based on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed Diploma qualification.
- Shortlisted candidates must attend Certificate Verification.
- No TA/DA will be paid for Certificate Verification.
- No boarding or lodging expenses will be provided.
- Incomplete or erroneous applications received after the due date will be rejected.
TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 Official Application Portal
Candidates have to submit their applications through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal. The notification directs candidates to use the NATS student login and search for Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) under advertised vacancies.
