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Advt No: TNPDCL NOTIFICATION 2026-27Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL)Published: 30/10/2026Last Updated: 30/10/2026

TNEB TNPDCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Online Form

Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) has invited online applications for 500 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice training vacancies for the 2026-27 session through the NATS portal.

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Important Dates

Online Application Start Date
28th October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online
28th November 2026
Shortlisted Candidates List Release
Second week of December 2026
Certificate Verification (Tentative)
Fourth week of December 2026
Vacancies & Eligibility
Official Cadre
Vacancies500Total Posts
Prescribed Qualification

Diploma / ITI

Detailed vacancy & qualification criteria in the matrix below

Application Fee

CategoryFee
All Candidates
Nil (₹0)
Free / Nil (Online registration via NATS portal)
Online: UPI, Cards & Net Banking

Age Limit

As per Apprenticeship Rules (No specific numerical age limit mentioned in the notification)
OBC: +3ySC/ST: +5yPwD: +10yExSM

Vacancy Details & Educational Qualifications

Official allocations across cadres, vacancies, category quota, and prescribed eligibility criteria.

9 Allocations
Technician (Diploma) ApprenticeElectrical & Electronics

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Sanctioned Seats:455 Posts
Electrical and Electronics EngineeringPass / Prescribed Norms

Full-time Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Technician (Diploma) ApprenticeElectrical & Electronics

Electronics and Communication Engineering

Sanctioned Seats:35 Posts
Electronics and Communication EngineeringPass / Prescribed Norms

Full-time Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice

Computer Engineering / Information Technology

Sanctioned Seats:10 Posts
Computer Engineering / Information TechnologyPass / Prescribed Norms

Full-time Diploma in Computer Engineering or Information Technology

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL)Electrical & Electronics

Selection Process

Diploma in Relevant Stream

Shortlisting based on diploma marks and certificate verification

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL)Prescribed Discipline

Eligible Disciplines

Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Computer Engineering/Information Technology.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL)Prescribed Discipline

Passing Years

2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and May 2026.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL)Prescribed Discipline

Domicile

Applicants must be from Tamil Nadu.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL)Prescribed Discipline

Previous Apprenticeship

Candidates who have already completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under NATS 2.0/NAPS are not eligible.

Mandatory Post-Qualification Experience / Council Registration
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL)Prescribed Discipline

Work Experience

Candidates with one year or more of work experience are not eligible.

Mandatory Post-Qualification Experience / Council Registration
Total Sanctioned Posts:500 Posts

Mode of Selection / Selection Process

Sequential qualification stages in chronological order

2 Sequential Stages
01Screening

Shortlisting based strictly on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed diploma examination

Shortlisting on eligibility & score cutoff

02Verification

followed by certificate verification at the TNPDCL office

Original matriculation, marksheets & category audit

How to Fill Form

Step-by-step verified candidate procedure for error-free form submission

6 Guided Steps
01Step 1

Visit Official Portal

Go to the official National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal.

02Step 2

Step 2 Protocol

Log in with your credentials or complete the 'Student Register' sign-up process if applying for the first time.

03Step 3

Step 3 Protocol

Secure and note your 12-digit enrolment number.

04Step 4

Step 4 Protocol

Access your dashboard, search for Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL), and select the relevant apprentice notification.

05Step 5

Enter Candidate Credentials

Click 'Apply', accurately fill in your mandatory diploma percentage, verify all entered details, and submit the form.

06Step 6

Enter Candidate Credentials

Ensure the application status displays 'Applied' and retain your enrolment details for future verification steps.

Detailed Notification & Overview

Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) has released an official notification for 500 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice positions across Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Communication, and Computer Engineering / IT disciplines. Eligible candidates holding a full-time diploma who passed between 2022 and May 2026 can apply online through the NATS portal from 28th October 2026 to 28th November 2026. Selected trainees will receive a monthly stipend of ₹10,900 for a one-year training duration. Selection is finalized via merit shortlisting based on diploma marks and subsequent certificate verification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

6 Essential Questions

Q1What is the application schedule and registration deadline for TNEB TNPDCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The online application window commences on 28th October 2026 and closes on 28th November 2026. Candidates must complete their submissions via the NATS portal before the deadline.

Q2What are the educational qualifications required for these apprentice posts?

Candidates must possess a regular full-time Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or Computer Engineering/Information Technology from a recognized board or university.

Q3Are there any age limit criteria or restrictions on passing years?

There is no specific numerical age limit mentioned, as age is governed by standard Apprenticeship Rules. Eligible passing years include 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and up to May 2026.

Q4Is there any application fee for submitting the online form?

No application fee is specified for registering and applying through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal.

Q5How can candidates submit their applications and check for shortlisting updates?

Candidates must register on the official NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in), obtain their 12-digit enrollment number, apply to TNPDCL under advertised vacancies, and accurately enter their diploma scores. Shortlisted lists will be posted on the portal and communicated via registered email.

Q6How can applicants verify official notifications and portals securely?

All authentic announcements, enrolment verifications, and shortlist declarations are hosted exclusively on the official NATS portal under Regional Events → BOAT (Southern Region) → Apprenticeship News.

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