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Vacancy Details
- Graduate Apprentice – Mechanical Engineering / Automobile Engineering: 18 vacancies
Qualification: A Degree in Engineering or Technology (Regular – Full time) - Technician (Diploma) Apprentice – Mechanical Engineering / Automobile Engineering: 61 vacancies
Qualification: A Diploma in Engineering or Technology (Regular – Full time)
Qualification Requirements
Application Fees
- All: ₹0
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the percentage of marks obtained in the basic prescribed qualification.
- Certificate Verification: Shortlisted candidates must attend certificate verification at TNMVMD, Chennai.
How to Apply
- Register or login to the National Web Portal at https://nats.education.gov.in.
- Complete the application form and obtain a unique enrollment number.
- Under ‘Apply against advertised vacancies’, search for ‘TAMIL NADU MOTOR VEHICLES MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT’.
- Click apply and ensure the status shows as ‘applied’.
- Upload the provisional certificate or consolidated mark sheet and ensure percentage of marks is entered in the portal.
- Apply on or before 29-10-2026.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Online Application starting date:
- Last date for applying TAMIL NADU MOTOR VEHICLES MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT:
- Declaration of Shortlisted list:
- Verification of certificates for shortlisted candidates at TNMVMD, Chennai:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for these posts?
Graduate Apprentice posts require a Degree in Engineering or Technology (regular, full time). Technician (Diploma) Apprentice posts require a Diploma in Engineering or Technology (regular, full time).
How do I apply for TNMVMD Recruitment 2026?
Register or login at https://nats.education.gov.in, complete the application to obtain an enrollment number, search for ‘TAMIL NADU MOTOR VEHICLES MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT’, click apply and upload your provisional certificate or consolidated mark sheet with percentage entered on the portal.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 29-10-2026.
What is the selection process for these apprenticeships?
Selection is through shortlisting based on the percentage of marks in the basic prescribed qualification followed by certificate verification at TNMVMD, Chennai.
What is the salary/pay scale for the posts?
Pay ranges from Rs. 10,900 to Rs. 12,300 per month; Graduate Apprentices receive Rs. 12,300 and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices receive Rs. 10,900 as listed.





