TNSTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is officially out for 1518 training slots across various transport corporations in Tamil Nadu. The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) and other state transport bodies are inviting online applications from eligible Graduate and Diploma holders in Engineering, as well as Non-Engineering Graduates. Eligible candidates hailing from Tamil Nadu who passed their degrees or diplomas between 2022 and May 2026 can apply through the official portal at nats.education.gov.in. This is a great opportunity to secure a one-year apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973.
TNSTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Criteria | Details |
| Organization Name | Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), MTC, SETC TN Ltd |
| Post Name | Graduate and Diploma (Technician) Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1518 Posts |
| Official Website | nats.education.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 28.07.2026 |
| Last Date For Registration | 28.08.2026 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | Not Applicable / No Fee Mentioned |
| Shortlist / Admit Card Release | Second week of September 2026 |
| Certificate Verification Date | Fourth week of September 2026 (Tentatively) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
| General / OBC / EWS | Nil (Not mentioned in notification) |
| SC / ST / PH | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Not Applicable |
Age Limit Details
| Criteria | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age | As per Apprenticeship Rules |
| Maximum Age | As per Apprenticeship Rules |
| Age Relaxation | As per Apprenticeship Rules for reserved categories |
TNSTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Graduate in Engineering / Technology | 457 |
| Diploma in Engineering (Technician) | 438 |
| Graduate in General (Arts/Science/Commerce) | 623 |
TNSTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
| Qualification Type | Official Requirement |
| Engineering Graduate | B.E/B.Tech (Regular - Full time) with First Class |
| Technician (Diploma) | Diploma in Engineering or Technology (Regular - Full time) |
| Non-Engineering Graduate | BA/B.Sc/B.Com/BBA/BBM/BCA (Regular - Full time) |
| Passing Years Allowed | Passed during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & May 2026 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Reservation Details |
| SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwD | Guidelines under Apprentices Act on Reservation will be followed |
| General / Unreserved | Candidates without standard format category certificates will be treated as General |
State-Wise Vacancy Details
| State | Eligibility |
| Tamil Nadu | Only candidates hailing from Tamil Nadu are eligible to apply |
| Other States | Not Eligible (Must hail from Tamil Nadu) |
Important Documents Required
| Document Type | Details |
| Educational Certificate | B.E/B.Tech/Diploma/Degree Provisional or Consolidated Mark Sheet |
| Caste Certificate | OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/PwD certificate in standard format (if applicable) |
| NATS Enrollment | Unique 12-digit Enrollment Number (ATN...) |
Syllabus Overview
| Subject | Details |
| Syllabus | Not Applicable. Selection is based purely on merit (marks percentage) |
| Exam Pattern | No Written Exam |
Exam Pattern
| Section | Details |
| Written Exam | No written examination |
| Interview | No interview; direct shortlisting based on basic prescribed qualification marks |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| Stage 1 | Shortlisting by BOAT (SR) based on percentage of marks in the basic prescribed qualification |
| Stage 2 | Certificate Verification at TNSTC Trichy Region office |
Salary Details
| Apprentice Type | Monthly Stipend |
| Graduate Apprentices (Engineering) | Rs. 12,300/- |
| Graduate Apprentices (Non-Engineering) | Rs. 12,300/- |
| Diploma in Engineering (Technician) | Rs. 10,900/- |
How to Apply
| Step | Action to be Taken |
| Step 1 | Visit the official National Web Portal at nats.education.gov.in to start the process. |
| Step 2 | Click on "Student" and register or login with your email ID and password. |
| Step 3 | Complete the application form to generate your unique 12-digit Enrollment Number. |
| Step 4 | Under the "Apply against advertised vacancies" section, search for the specific TNSTC Corporation. |
| Step 5 | Select your preferred corporation (e.g., TNSTC Villupuram, Kumbakonam, MTC Chennai, etc.). |
| Step 6 | Click on the "Apply" button and ensure the status changes to "applied". |
| Step 7 | Ensure you accurately enter your percentage of marks in the "% of marks" column in the portal, as it is mandatory. |
Important Links
| Link Type | URL / Destination |
| Apply Online Link | nats.education.gov.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
