TN PWD Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 760 Vacancies | PWD Tamil Nadu

Highlights

Post & Organization Details

The Public Works Department (PWD), Tamil Nadu has released a notification for the engagement of Apprentices for the financial year 2026‑27 under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act, 1973. A total of 760 training places are available across three categories: Graduate Engineering, Technician (Diploma) and Non‑Engineering Graduate.

Vacancy Details

Category I – Graduate Apprentices (Engineering/Technology)

Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices (Engineering/Technology)

Category III – Non‑Engineering Graduate Apprentices

Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit: As per Apprenticeship Rules (no specific upper limit mentioned).
• Domicile: Candidate must be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
• Passing Years Eligible: 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025.
• Category‑wise Educational Requirements:
  • Graduate Apprentices: Regular full‑time Degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognised university or an equivalent professional qualification.
  • Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: Regular full‑time Diploma in Engineering/Technology from a State Council/Board of Technical Education, a university, or an equivalent recognised diploma.
  • Non‑Engineering Graduate Apprentices: Regular full‑time UGC‑approved Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Humanities (e.g., BA, B.Sc., B.Com., BBA, BCA, BBM) from a recognised university.
• Previous Training/Experience: Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act, 1973, or possess one year or more of work experience are ineligible.

Pay Scale & Salary

The stipend varies by category:

• Graduate Apprentices (Engineering/Technology) – ₹9,000 per month
• Technician (Diploma) Apprentices – ₹8,000 per month
• Non‑Engineering Graduate Apprentices – ₹9,000 per month

Application Fee

No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting based on academic percentage/CGPA in the qualifying examination.
2. Email intimation to shortlisted candidates.
3. Certificate verification at PWD, Chennai.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official NATS portal: nats.education.gov.in.
2. For first‑time users:
   • Click on “Student” → “Student Register”.
   • Complete the registration form to obtain a 12‑digit Enrollment Number (ATN…).
   • Log in using your email ID and password.
   • Navigate to “Apply against advertised vacancies”.
   • Search for “Public Works Department Tamilnadu”.
   • Click “Apply” and ensure the status shows “Applied”.
3. For candidates already registered:
   • Log in via “Student Login”.
   • If password is forgotten, use “Forgot Password” to reset it.
   • Verify/complete your application form.
   • Proceed to “Apply against advertised vacancies”, search “Public Works Department Tamilnadu”, and click “Apply”.
4. Upload required documents: Provisional Certificate or Consolidated Mark Sheet of the qualifying degree/diploma with the percentage of marks clearly mentioned.
5. Submit the application before the last date.

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FAQs

1. What is the last date to apply for TN PWD Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
   The last date is 25 June 2026.
2. How many vacancies are available in TN PWD Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
   A total of 760 apprentice positions are advertised across three categories.
3. Who is eligible to apply for TN PWD Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
   Candidates who are residents of Tamil Nadu, have completed the relevant degree or diploma in 2022‑2025, and meet the educational and experience criteria mentioned above are eligible.