TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 is open: the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (TNPDCL, formerly part of TNEB) has invited online applications from Tamil Nadu Diploma engineers for 500 one-year Technician (Diploma) Apprentice training places for 2026-27. The stipend is ₹10,900 a month. You apply on the NATS portal between 28 October and 28 November 2026, and shortlisting is based on your diploma percentage. This is apprenticeship training, not a regular job. If you hold a Tamil Nadu diploma in electrical, electronics or computer engineering, TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 is a good chance to get one year of training in a power utility.
TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (TNPDCL) |
| Conducted with | Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region), Chennai |
| Scheme | Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973, Technician (Diploma) Apprentices |
| Training places | 500 |
| Stipend | ₹10,900 per month |
| Duration | One year |
| Who can apply | Tamil Nadu diploma engineers who passed in 2022 to May 2026 |
| Mode | Online, through the NATS portal |
| Last date | 28 November 2026 |
| Application fee | Not mentioned in the notification |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 28 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 28 November 2026 |
| Shortlist declared | Second week of December 2026 |
| Certificate verification at TNPDCL office | Fourth week of December 2026 (tentative) |
The shortlist is published on nats.education.gov.in: Home page bottom, Regional Events, BOAT (Southern Region), Apprenticeship News. Shortlisted candidates also get an email.
TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Discipline | No of Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 455 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 35 |
| Computer Engineering / Information Technology | 10 |
TNPDCL can increase or decrease the number of places, whatever the notification states.
TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
- Qualification: a regular, full-time Diploma in Engineering or Technology in the relevant discipline, from a State Board or Council of Technical Education, a university, or an institution recognised as equivalent by the State or Central Government.
- Pass-out year: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or May 2026.
- Domicile: the notification is for candidates “hailing from Tamil Nadu”.
- Degree holders: B.E / B.Tech and higher-qualified candidates are not required for diploma apprentice selection.
- Age: as per the Apprenticeship Rules. The notification gives no exact age numbers, so check the Apprenticeship Rules.
- Physical standards: as in Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules 1992.
- Not eligible: anyone who has already done or is doing NATS 2.0 / NAPS apprenticeship or PMIS internship, or who has one year or more of work experience.
Reservation and Ward Quota
- Reservation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwD follows the Apprentices Act. Certificates must be in the government format, or the claim is treated as General. BC/MBC candidates claiming OBC (NCL) need the approved OBC (NCL) certificate.
- Ward quota: up to 10% of places are reserved (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 for this quota.
- Ward candidates apply through the NATS student login, get a Ward Certificate in the Annexure ‘A’ format, and show it with the parent’s ID card copy at certificate verification. Nothing is posted to any office.
- If no ward candidates are available, the unfilled places go to other candidates.
TNPDCL Salary Details
| S. No. | Discipline | Training places |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrical and Electronics Engineering | ₹10,900 per month |
| 2 | Electronics and Communication Engineering | |
| 3 | Computer Engineering / Information Technology |
TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- The Board of Apprenticeship Training (SR) prepares a shortlist from the online application data, based on the percentage of marks in your diploma.
- Shortlisted candidates are told by email.
- They appear for certificate verification at the TNPDCL office.
There is no written exam or interview in the notification. No TA/DA, boarding or lodging is paid for attending verification.
TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 Stipend and Training
- Stipend: ₹10,900 per month for one year.
- After training, TNPDCL has no obligation to offer a job, and an apprentice cannot claim employment on the basis of completing the training.
How to Apply for TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 on NATS
Application is only through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal, nats.education.gov.in.
If you are already registered (old or new NATS portal)
- Go to nats.education.gov.in, click Student, then Student Login. If you were on the old portal (mhrdnats.gov.in), use Forgot Password to reset and complete the enrolment form once. A 12-digit enrolment number is created.
- Log in, and under “Apply against advertised vacancies” search for Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL).
- Click Apply. The status should show “applied”.
If you are new to NATS
- Click Student, then Student Register, and complete the form to get your 12-digit enrolment number.
- Log in and apply to TNPDCL as above.
Important: enter your diploma percentage in the “% of marks” column on NATS, taken from the provisional certificate or consolidated mark sheet. If it is blank, your candidature is not considered. Incomplete or wrong applications, and those after the last date, are rejected.
For help with enrolment verification, email tncop@boat-srp.com. The notification warns against touts and says canvassing leads to disqualification.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Website (NATS Portal) | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Download Now |
| Application Link (Student Login) | Apply Now |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many apprentice places are in TNPDCL Recruitment 2026?
500: 455 in Electrical and Electronics, 35 in Electronics and Communication, and 10 in Computer Engineering / IT.
What is the stipend?
₹10,900 per month for one year.
What is the last date to apply?
28 November 2026.
Is this a permanent job in TNEB?
No. It is one-year apprenticeship training, and TNPDCL does not have to offer a job afterwards.
Can B.E / B.Tech graduates apply?
No. The notification is for Diploma holders, and higher-qualified candidates are not required.
How are candidates selected?
By shortlisting on the percentage of diploma marks, followed by certificate verification at the TNPDCL office.
About This Information
This TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 article summarises the TNPDCL apprentice notification for 2026-27, issued with the Board of Apprenticeship Training (SR), Chennai. This website is not affiliated with TNPDCL, TNEB, BOAT (SR) or the NATS portal. We do not charge any fee for jobs or applications. Dates may change, so confirm them on nats.education.gov.in before you apply. If you find an error, tell us and we will correct it.
