TNSTC MTC SETC Recruitment 2026 for 1,518 Apprentice Posts

Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) Chennai, and State Express Transport Corporation (SETC) have released the latest Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,518 vacancies across Graduate Apprentice (Engineering), Technician (Diploma) Apprentice, and Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) categories. Candidates possessing B.E./B.Tech, Diploma in Engineering, or regular Bachelor’s Degrees such as B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., BBA, BBM, and BCA are eligible to apply online through the NATS portal. This one-year apprenticeship programme offers an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates and diploma holders to gain valuable industry experience in Tamil Nadu’s public transport sector while receiving a monthly stipend. Interested candidates must submit their applications before 28 August 2026.

Name of OrganizationTamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), MTC Chennai & SETC Tamil Nadu
Post NameApprentice
EducationB.E./B.Tech, Diploma in Engineering, B.A./B.Sc./B.Com./BBA/BBM/BCA or Equivalent
Total Vacancies1,518
Salary₹10,900–₹12,300 per month
Age LimitAs per Apprenticeship Rules
Application FeeNil
Selection ProcessMerit Basis (As per Apprenticeship Rules)
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationTamil Nadu
Last Date To Apply28 August 2026

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancyEducation
Graduate Apprentice (Engineering)457First Class B.E./B.Tech in Relevant Engineering Discipline
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice438Diploma in Engineering / Technology
Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering)623B.A./B.Sc./B.Com./BBA/BBM/BCA or Equivalent
Total1,518

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official NATS portal and complete student registration if you are a new applicant.
  2. Log in using your NATS enrolment credentials.
  3. Click on “Apply against Advertised Vacancies.”
  4. Search for the relevant TNSTC, MTC Chennai, or SETC apprenticeship notification.
  5. Select the appropriate apprenticeship category based on your qualification.
  6. Upload the required documents, including educational certificates and other supporting documents.
  7. Review all the details carefully before final submission.
  8. Submit the online application on or before 28 August 2026 and save a copy of the application for future reference.

Application form, details & registration

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