Description
Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation Ltd (TNSTC), Metropolitan Transport Corporation Ltd (MTC), and State Express Transport Corporation Tamil Nadu Ltd (SETC TN Ltd) invite online applications for engagement of apprentices for the year 2025-26. Eligible graduates and diploma holders from Tamil Nadu can apply for one-year apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973.
Department
Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation Ltd (TNSTC), Metropolitan Transport Corporation Ltd (MTC), and State Express Transport Corporation Tamil Nadu Ltd (SETC TN Ltd)
Post Designation
Apprenticeship Trainees – Graduate Apprentices (Engineering & Non-Engineering), Diploma Apprentices (Technician)
Job Location
Multiple regions across Tamil Nadu including Villupuram, Kumbakonam, Madurai, Tirunelveli, Salem, Chennai (MTC), and SETC TN Ltd.
Application Start Date
18 September 2025
Application Closing Date
18 October 2025
How To Apply?
- Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal: https://nats.education.gov.in
- Register/log in as a student.
- Search for the respective organization name depending on the region (e.g., TNSTC Villupuram, MTC Chennai).
- Select “Apply against advertised vacancies.”
- Complete and submit the online application.
- Keep track of application status through the portal.
Salary
- Rs. 9,000 per month for Graduate Apprentices (Engineering and Non-Engineering)
- Rs. 8,000 per month for Diploma Apprentices (Technician)
Total Vacancy
- Graduate Apprentices: 458 vacancies across various disciplines and regions
- Diploma Apprentices: 561 vacancies across various disciplines and regions
- Graduate in General (Arts/Science/Commerce/Humanities): 569 vacancies
Qualification
- Graduate Apprentices: Degree in Engineering/Technology (B.E/B.Tech) with First Class or equivalent.
- Diploma Apprentices: Diploma in Engineering/Technology (Full-time) recognized by State/Central Government.
- Graduate Non-Engineering Apprentices: Degree in Arts, Science, Commerce, Humanities (BA/BSc/BCom/BBA/BBM/BCA etc.) from UGC approved university.
Age Eligibility
As per Apprenticeship Rules (Age limits are followed under the Apprenticeship Act 1973)
Age Relaxation
As per Government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates with valid certificates.
Offline or Online Exam
No written exam. Shortlisting based on percentage marks in the prescribed qualification. Certificate verification is conducted offline for shortlisted candidates.
Important Links
- Apprenticeship Portal: https://nats.education.gov.in
- TNSTC, MTC, SETC Official Notification PDF attached or accessible via the portal.
- Contact Email for clarifications: tncop@boat-srp.com
