TNPDCL Diploma (Technician) Apprentice Vacancy 2026

TNPDCL Recruitment 2026 - Diploma (Technician) Apprentice

TNPDCL has released an official notification for the recruitment of Diploma (Technician) Apprentice posts (500 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 28 Nov 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

TNPDCL Diploma (Technician) Apprentice - Overview

Organization	TNPDCL
Post Name	Diploma (Technician) Apprentice
Total Vacancies	500
Qualification	Diploma
Location	Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Salary	Rs. 10,900 per MONTH
Job Type	Temporary
Application Start Date	28 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply	28 Nov 2026
Official Website	www.tnpdcl.org

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for TNPDCL Diploma (Technician) Apprentice recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: Diploma. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Diploma (Technician) Apprentice position at TNPDCL will receive a salary of Rs. 10,900 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	28 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply	28 Nov 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for TNPDCL Diploma (Technician) Apprentice recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: www.tnpdcl.org
Look for the Diploma (Technician) Apprentice recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	www.tnpdcl.org

Also Check

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many places are there in each discipline?

Electrical and Electronics Engineering has 455 places, Electronics and Communication Engineering has 35, and Computer Engineering / Information Technology has 10.

Which years of diploma passing are accepted?

Diplomas passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and May 2026 are accepted. You must also be from Tamil Nadu.

Can B.E or B.Tech graduates apply?

No. The notice says candidates with higher qualifications (B.E / B.Tech. and above) are not wanted for Diploma Apprentice selection.

Is there a written exam?

No. BOAT (SR) shortlists candidates on their percentage of marks in the diploma. Shortlisted candidates then attend certificate verification at the TNPDCL office, tentatively in the fourth week of December 2026.

I did a NAPS apprenticeship earlier. Can I apply?

No. Anyone who has done or is doing a NATS 2.0 / NAPS apprenticeship or PMIS Internship Training cannot apply, and neither can anyone with one year or more of experience.

What happens if I don't enter my percentage of marks?

Your application will not be considered. Entering your diploma percentage in the "% of marks" column is compulsory.

Who can use the 10% ward quota?

Only wards of regular (permanent) employees of TNEB LIMITED / TNPDCL / TNPGCL / TNGECL / TANTRANSCO. They show the Annexure 'A' Ward Certificate and a copy of the parent's ID card at certificate verification.

Where will the shortlist be published?

On nats.education.gov.in, under Regional Events, BOAT (Southern Region), Apprenticeship News, in the second week of December 2026. Shortlisted candidates are also told by email.

Is travel allowance paid for certificate verification?

No. No TA / DA is paid, and no boarding or lodging expenses are given. I wrote the clarification email as [email protected], which is how it appears on the printed page (split as "boat-" and "srp.com" across two lines). The PDF's text layer reads it as [email protected], without the hyphen. Please check the address against the PDF before publishing.