CESCOM Mysuru Opens 200 Apprentice Trainee Posts for Engineering & Non-Engineering Graduates
The Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited (CESCOM), a Karnataka government-owned power distribution utility headquartered in Mysuru, has rolled out a fresh apprenticeship notification for the year 2026-2027. A total of 200 apprentice trainee posts are open across Engineering Graduate, Diploma (Technician) and Non-Engineering streams, all under the Apprentices Act. If you are a recent BE/Diploma/B.A./B.Sc./B.Com./BBA/BCA pass-out from Karnataka, this is a clean, merit-based one-year training opportunity in a Karnataka government PSU.
The application window is open from 08 May 2026 to 29 May 2026 through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at nats.education.gov.in. There is no written exam and no interview — selection is purely on the marks secured in your qualifying examination, shortlisted by the Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region). In this GovtJobsAlert.in guide, you will get the full discipline-wise vacancy list, stipend, eligibility, dates and step-by-step application process in simple language.
Key Highlights — CESCOM Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited is one of the five state-owned ESCOMs of Karnataka, supplying power to Mysuru, Chamarajanagar, Mandya, Hassan and Kodagu districts. Through this recruitment, CESCOM will place 200 fresh trainees in its operations and field circles for one year of structured on-the-job training.
- Recruiting Body: CESCOM Mysuru (Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited)
- Notification No.: CESC/AHR/TRN/11/2026-TRNG/2696 dated 30.04.2026
- Total Vacancies: 200
- Post Categories: Engineering Graduate (80) + Technician Diploma (55) + Non-Engineering (65)
- Monthly Stipend: ₹10,900 to ₹12,300 per month
- Training Duration: 01 year under the Apprentices Act, 1961
- Educational Qualification: BE/B.Tech, 3-year Diploma or Graduate degree (BA/B.Sc./B.Com./BBA/BCA)
- Eligibility: Pass-outs of 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 only
- Domicile: Karnataka state candidates only with knowledge of Kannada
- Selection: Merit-based on qualifying exam marks (no written test, no interview)
- Application Mode: Online via NATS portal
- Last Date: 29 May 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — CESCOM Apprentice 2026
The 200 vacancies are split across three apprentice categories. Each category has its own discipline-wise breakdown — please note the difference between BE/B.Tech (Graduate Apprentice) and 3-year Diploma (Technician Apprentice), as the two have different stipends and training tracks.
| Apprentice Category | Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Graduate | Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 78 |
| Engineering Graduate | Civil Engineering | 2 |
| Technician (Diploma) | Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 53 |
| Technician (Diploma) | Civil Engineering | 2 |
| Non-Engineering | B.Com | 30 |
| Non-Engineering | B.B.A | 10 |
| Non-Engineering | B.C.A | 10 |
| Non-Engineering | B.A | 7 |
| Non-Engineering | B.Sc | 8 |
So in total: 80 Graduate Apprentices + 55 Diploma Technician Apprentices + 65 Non-Engineering Apprentices = 200 posts. SC/ST/OBC/PWD reservation will be applied as per Apprentices Act guidelines, but the category claimed in your online NATS application is the only one that will be considered, so please tick it correctly the first time.
Eligibility Criteria — CESCOM Apprentice 2026
Educational Qualification
The basic education bar is the freshly completed degree or diploma in the relevant stream — provisional certificates are also accepted. Please match your qualification to the right apprentice slot.
- Engineering Graduate Apprentices: BE/B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering OR Civil Engineering from a recognised University (AICTE / State / Central Govt. recognised). See more options on our engineering govt jobs page.
- Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: 3-year Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering OR Civil Engineering from a recognised State/Central Govt. polytechnic. Browse more openings on our diploma govt jobs page.
- Non-Engineering Apprentices: BA / B.Sc. / B.Com. / BBA / BCA from a recognised University. Find similar roles on our graduate govt jobs page.
- Pass-out year window: Only candidates who passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
- Mandatory: Knowledge of reading and writing Kannada + Karnataka domicile.
Who is NOT Eligible
- Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.
- Candidates currently undergoing apprenticeship under the same Act.
- Candidates with one year or more of work experience after their qualifying exam.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: As per Apprenticeship Rule (no specific upper limit stated in the notification)
- Age Relaxation: As per Apprenticeship Rule for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates
What is the Salary / Stipend for CESCOM Apprentice 2026?
CESCOM has fixed the monthly stipend in line with the latest Apprentices Act rates. The stipend is paid directly to the apprentice’s bank account, and is the only financial benefit during the one-year training period.
- Engineering Graduate Apprentice: ₹12,300 per month
- Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: ₹10,900 per month
- Non-Engineering Apprentice: ₹12,300 per month
Important Note on Employment: This is strictly a one-year training programme — there is no guarantee of employment with CESCOM after the training period. CESCOM is also not bound to pay any TA/DA, boarding or lodging during document verification. Treat this as a structured industry exposure year that strengthens your resume for future PSU and private power-sector jobs.
What is the Selection Process for CESCOM Apprentice 2026?
The selection is fully merit-based. There is no written exam, no interview — only your qualifying examination marks decide the result. The shortlisting is done by the Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region) through the NATS portal.
- Submit the online application on the NATS portal, mapping it to CESCOM
- The shortlist is prepared based on your qualifying degree/diploma marks (per discipline, per category)
- Shortlisted candidates are intimated through their registered email ID
- Shortlist will also be published on the NATS portal under the BOAT (Southern Region) → Apprenticeship News section
- Document verification at CESC Corporate Office, Mysuru — between 15.06.2026 to 19.06.2026 (11 AM to 4 PM)
- Successful candidates are placed in CESCOM operational and field circles for 01 year
How to Apply Online for CESCOM Apprentice 2026?
The application is processed entirely through the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in. You must first register (or login) on NATS, then apply against the CESCOM advertised vacancies. CESCOM does not accept any offline forms or emails.
- Visit the NATS portal at https://nats.education.gov.in/index.php and click on the Student section
- New users → click Student Register and complete the Step 1 registration; existing users → use Forgot Password to reset
- Login with your registered email ID and complete the Student Application Form with your education, address and bank details
- Once submitted, NATS will generate your unique 12-digit Enrollment number — note it carefully
- Go to ‘Apply against advertised vacancies’ → search ‘Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited’ → click Apply
- Upload all supporting documents (mark sheet, degree/diploma, ID proof, category certificate) before final submission
- Take a printout of the application for your records
The window stays open from 08 May 2026 to 29 May 2026. There is no last-minute extension policy, so please complete the form well before the deadline.
Important Dates — CESCOM Apprentice 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 08 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply on NATS | 29 May 2026 |
| Declaration of Shortlisted Candidates | 05 June 2026 |
| Document Verification Window | 15 to 19 June 2026 |
Application Fees — CESCOM Apprentice 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | NIL |
There is no application fee for any candidate. NATS-based apprenticeship recruitments under the Apprentices Act do not levy an application fee, and CESCOM has not announced any fee in this notification either.
Essential Links — CESCOM Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online via NATS Portal
- Visit CESCOM Mysuru Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Karnataka Government Jobs
CESCOM is a respected name in Karnataka’s power sector, and a one-year stint as its trainee will give you valuable hands-on exposure to electricity distribution operations, customer service, accounting and administration. If you are a Karnataka domicile and a recent pass-out, please apply on NATS by 29 May 2026 without delay, and keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in for the shortlist announcement on 05 June 2026.