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TNMVMD Apprentice 2026 : Apply for 79 Engineering Posts

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Published: 20 October 2026Gazette-Verified Official Notice

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Vacancies
79 Seats
Closing Date
29 October 2026
Qualification
Degree or Diploma in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering (Full Time)
Salary / Pay
Monthly Stipend: Graduate Rs. 12,300 | Technician Diploma Rs. 10,900
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Important Schedule & Dates

Online Application Starts29 September 2026
Last Date to Apply Online29 October 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment29 October 2026
Admit Card Release DateAvailable before exam
Written Exam / CBT DateMerit List Announcement on 7 November 2026

Application Fee

Nil (No application fee for any category)

Payment Mode: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

Age Limit & Criteria

As prescribed under the Apprenticeship Rules (Minimum 18 Years)

Age relaxation provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwD as per Government norms.

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Full Notification Details

Tamil Nadu Motor Vehicles Maintenance Department (TNMVMD), Chennai, in collaboration with the Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region), invites online applications for 79 apprenticeship training positions for the financial year 2026-27.

The engagement comprises 18 seats for Graduate Apprentices in Mechanical and Automobile Engineering and 61 seats for Technician (Diploma) Apprentices in Mechanical and Automobile streams across regional automobile workshops in Tamil Nadu.

Graduate apprentices will receive a consolidated monthly stipend of Rs. 12,300, while Technician Diploma apprentices will receive Rs. 10,900 per month during the one-year apprenticeship training. Training adheres strictly to the Apprenticeship Act norms.

Candidates must have passed a regular full-time Degree or Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a recognized State Council or University in Mechanical or Automobile disciplines. Candidates who completed their qualifying exam in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 and have not undergone prior apprenticeship training are eligible.

Eligible graduates and diploma holders must enroll on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal at nats.education.gov.in, search for establishment name TAMIL NADU MOTOR VEHICLES MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT, and apply on or before 29 October 2026. The shortlist will be published on 7 November 2026.

Step-by-Step Application Guide

1

Open the official recruitment portal using the direct application link provided below.

2

Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) with your active email address and mobile number.

3

Fill in educational qualifications, personal details, and category certificate numbers accurately.

4

Upload required scanned photographs and signatures in the dimensions specified by the commission.

5

Pay the prescribed application fee through authorized net banking, card, or UPI channels.

6

Download and print the final confirmation slip and fee receipt for future verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common candidate queries for TNMVMD Apprentice 2026

What is the stipend for TNMVMD apprentices in 2026?

Graduate apprentices receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 12,300, while Technician Diploma apprentices receive Rs. 10,900 per month throughout the one-year training.

When is the application deadline for TNMVMD Apprentice recruitment?

Online applications on the NATS portal close on 29 October 2026. The shortlisted candidate list will be declared on 7 November 2026.

Which engineering branches are eligible for TNMVMD apprenticeship?

Degree or Diploma holders in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering are exclusively eligible for these 79 apprenticeship positions.

Is there any application fee for TNMVMD apprenticeship?

No application fee is charged. Applying through the official NATS government portal is completely free for all candidate categories.

Recruitment Progress Timeline

Stage 1 of 5:Application
  1. 1(Current stage)
    ApplicationCurrentLast Date: 29 Oct 2026
  2. 2(Upcoming stage)
    Admit CardExpected before exam
  3. 3(Upcoming stage)
    Exam / CBTMerit List Announcement on 7 November 2026
  4. 4(Upcoming stage)
    Answer KeyAwaited
  5. 5(Upcoming stage)
    Final ResultAwaited

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