MPPGCL ATPS Chachai ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Electrician, Fitter, Turner, Welder, Motor Mechanic and COPA Posts
Madhya Pradesh Power Generating Company Limited (MPPGCL), through its Amarkantak Thermal Power Station (ATPS), Chachai in Anuppur district, has invited applications for 29 ITI apprentice seats across six trades: Electrician (10), Fitter (8), Turner (3), Welder (3), Motor Mechanic (3) and COPA (2). The training lasts one year and pays a stipend of Rs 9,600 per month. These seats are open only to domicile candidates of Madhya Pradesh.
Bhaiya, didi, if you have an ITI certificate and are MP domicile, this is a good chance to get a year of hands-on training inside a working power plant. The last date is 20 November 2026. Remember, this is apprenticeship training, not a job, and the company has no duty to give you employment afterwards. Read the conditions below before you apply on the portal. For more openings, see our Madhya Pradesh government jobs and ITI government jobs pages on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights of MPPGCL ATPS Chachai ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | MPPGCL, Amarkantak Thermal Power Station, Chachai |
| Scheme | One-year ITI apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act 1961 |
| Total Vacancies | 29 |
| Stipend | Rs 9,600 per month |
| Location | Chachai, District Anuppur (M.P.) |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
How Many Vacancies Are There in MPPGCL Chachai ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The category split is different for every trade, so check the row for your trade. The columns follow the notice: UR, OBC, ST, SC, EWS.
| Trade | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Electrician | UR 3 / OBC 2 / ST 2 / SC 2 / EWS 1 | 10 |
| Fitter | UR 3 / OBC 2 / ST 2 / SC 1 / EWS 0 | 8 |
| Turner | UR 1 / OBC 1 / ST 1 / SC 0 / EWS 0 | 3 |
| Welder | UR 1 / OBC 1 / ST 1 / SC 0 / EWS 0 | 3 |
| Motor Mechanic | UR 1 / OBC 1 / ST 1 / SC 0 / EWS 0 | 3 |
| COPA | UR 1 / OBC 1 / ST 0 / SC 0 / EWS 0 | 2 |
| All trades | UR 10 / OBC 8 / ST 7 / SC 3 / EWS 1 | 29 |
Check your category first. Turner, Welder and Motor Mechanic have no SC or EWS seat, and COPA has no ST, SC or EWS seat. Electrician is the only trade with a seat in every category. Vacancy numbers may change as per the Hon’ble MP High Court decision on OBC reservation. The company also says the vacancy number is final but may change on review, and it may fill seats that fall vacant during the year from the applications received through this advertisement.
What is the Eligibility for MPPGCL Chachai ITI Apprentice 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Qualification | ITI pass (SCVT/NCVT) in the relevant trade |
| Institute | Government or non-government ITI recognised in Madhya Pradesh |
| Domicile | Only MP domicile (मूलनिवासी) candidates |
| District preference | Anuppur, Shahdol, Umaria, Katni and Jabalpur |
| Earlier apprenticeship | Not registered earlier for apprenticeship in any establishment |
| Work experience | Not worked in any institution for one year or more |
The notification does not state any ITI passing-year cut-off. You can apply in only one trade; applying in more than one trade may lead to rejection of your application.
Age Limit
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum (all categories) | 18 years |
| Maximum (General) | 25 years |
| SC / ST / OBC (non-creamy layer) | 5 years relaxation |
| Divyang (PwD) | 10 years relaxation |
Age is counted as on 20 November 2026. Divyang reservation applies only with 40% or more disability, and not in hazardous trades.
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What is the Salary (Stipend) for MPPGCL Chachai ITI Apprentices 2026?
The stipend is Rs 9,600 per month, paid as per the directions of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India. The notice says no other allowance or benefit is admissible. You get 13 days casual leave, 3 days optional leave and 10 days medical leave, plus the weekly off.
You must also arrange your own accommodation. Company housing is given only if vacant, on a prescribed fee, on a sharing basis and only to trainees, on the condition that they will not stay there with family. Safety gear such as a helmet, gloves, safety shoes and goggles is also your own cost.
What is the Selection Process for MPPGCL Chachai Apprentices 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| 1 | Applications are screened for eligibility |
| 2 | Merit list on the percentage of CGPA (semester-average) marks in your ITI trade |
| 3 | If marks are equal, the older candidate gets priority |
| 4 | Waiting list used if needed |
| 5 | Medical fitness certificate submitted at joining |
The notice does not mention a written test or interview, but the company may cancel, limit or extend the selection process without notice or reason, and it may select or reject any trainee without giving a reason. So keep checking the official website.
How to Apply Online for MPPGCL Chachai ITI Apprentice 2026?
This is a register-then-apply process on the apprenticeship portal, and registration is mandatory before you apply.
- Open the apprenticeship portal (link in Essential Links) and choose Register as Candidate.
- Fill Personal Details (Aadhaar number, category, name, parents’ names, date of birth, gender) and Contact Details (address, mobile, e-mail, password).
- Fill the Qualification Section, upload your certificates, choose your sector and trade in the Preference Section, then upload your photo, date of birth proof and scanned signature. Preview, edit if needed and confirm.
- Log in, go to Establishment Search, choose Amarkantak Thermal Power Station, Chachai, District Anuppur and apply against the vacancy that matches your eligibility.
- Submit before 11:59 PM on 20 November 2026 and save the confirmation.
Create an e-mail ID that will stay valid for at least one year. The offer letter comes to your apprentice profile on the portal, and all correspondence is by e-mail only.
What are the Important Dates for MPPGCL Chachai ITI Apprentice 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 21 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 20 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Age counted as on | 20 November 2026 |
The notice does not give an application start date.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Seat
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| False or incomplete details | The application will be rejected for incomplete, wrong or false information |
| Concealed facts | If you are found ineligible or to have hidden information during the selection process, your candidature will be cancelled and training may be terminated |
| Category | The category you fill in (SC, ST, OBC, EWS or Divyang) will not be changed later under any circumstances |
| Joining | Selection is cancelled if you do not join within the prescribed time |
| No job promise | Training only. The company is not bound to give employment after it |
| Insurance | Selected apprentices must take accident insurance of at least Rs 1 lakh |
| Documents for the office | Give the portal registration copy, insurance policy, medical certificate, Aadhaar photocopy and an agreement on Rs 500 stamp paper |
| Non-selected candidates | No correspondence or enquiry will be entertained |
After training, you must pass the exam conducted by MSDE, Government of India, to receive the National Apprenticeship Certificate.
Is There an Application Fee for MPPGCL Chachai ITI Apprentice 2026?
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Essential Links for MPPGCL Chachai ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Register and Apply on Apprenticeship India Portal
- Visit MPPGCL Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Madhya Pradesh Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you hold an ITI in one of these six trades and are an MP domicile, do not wait for the last week. Register on the portal early, check your category row in the vacancy table, and apply by 20 November 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more ITI government jobs and apprenticeship notices.