CMWSSB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 108 Engineering Seats in Chennai

CMWSSB apprentice recruitment 2026 gives engineering graduates and diploma holders a chance to train at Chennai’s water board. The Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board has opened 108 one-year training seats.

Applications go through the national apprenticeship portal, NATS. The window opened on 17 September 2026 and closes on 17 October 2026.

CMWSSB Apprentice Vacancy at a Glance

About CMWSSB

CMWSSB is the Tamil Nadu government body that supplies drinking water and runs sewerage services in Chennai. Engineers there handle pipelines, pumping, treatment and maintenance work.

An apprenticeship here puts you close to that field work. It suits students who want civil, mechanical or electrical experience in a public utility.

Streams and Qualification

The seats are split by discipline. Check each stream against your own degree.

• Graduate Apprentice: Civil or Mechanical Engineering (shared allocation)
• Graduate Apprentice: Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Technician Apprentice: Civil Engineering (diploma)

Graduate seats need a full-time B.E. or B.Tech. Diploma seats need a full-time diploma in the relevant branch. One summary says the course should have been completed between 2022 and 2026. Confirm this in the official notice.

The age limit is not stated separately. It follows the standard apprenticeship rules. The employer has not specified more.

Stipend

Graduate Apprentices receive Rs. 12,300 a month. Technician Apprentices receive Rs. 10,900 a month. The training lasts one year under the Apprentices Act.

The board has no duty to offer a job after training. Treat this as a skill-building year.

Selection Process

Reports of the notice say there is no written exam. The board checks eligibility, then calls shortlisted candidates for certificate verification in Chennai. The shortlist is expected in the fourth week of October 2026.

The employer has not specified the complete selection process. Watch the official site for updates.

How to Apply for CMWSSB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Register on nats.education.gov.in and complete your profile.
2. Search for the establishment, Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board.
3. Pick the vacancy that matches your degree or diploma, then click Apply.
4. Save the confirmation before 17 October 2026.

The notification does not mention an application fee. Do not pay anyone for a seat.

Documents to Keep Ready

The employer has not published a full document list in the summaries I could confirm. Keep your degree or diploma certificate, mark sheets, ID proof and passport photo ready. Check the official notice for the exact list.

Important Instructions

• Apply only for the stream that matches your branch.
• Use an active email ID and mobile number.
• Check the CMWSSB website for the official notification.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seats are open in CMWSSB apprentice recruitment 2026?

There are 108 seats. Of these, 76 are for graduates and 32 for diploma holders.

Is this a permanent job?

No. It is a one-year apprenticeship with no promise of a job.

Is there an application fee?

The notification does not mention one.

What is the official contact?

Not specified by employer.

Final Words

If you hold a recent engineering degree or diploma, enrol on NATS now. Seats are limited and the closing date is 17 October 2026.

Official source: CMWSSB website. Direct apply: NATS portal.

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