The Madhya Pradesh Poorv Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Limited (MPEZ), Jabalpur, has released the MPEZ Apprentices Recruitment 2026 notification. The recruitment drive offers 72 openings for Graduate and Technical (Diploma) Apprentices.
Candidates who have completed their B.E/B. Tech (Electrical/Civil/IT/CSE), B.Com., or Diploma (Electrical/Civil) from a recognized institution between 2022 and 2026, and are domicile residents of Madhya Pradesh, can apply from 25-05-2026 to 25-06-2026. For more information about the MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice vacancies, including eligibility criteria and the application process, visit the official website at https://www.mpez.co.in.
MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice Recruitment – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Madhya Pradesh Poorv Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Limited (MPEZ), Jabalpur |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice & Technical (Diploma) Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Department | Central Training Institute (CTI), MPEZ, Jabalpur |
| Total Training Seats | 72 (across 6 trades, including reserved seats for SC/ST/OBC/General) |
| Stipend | Graduate Apprentice: ₹12,300/- per month; Technical (Diploma) Apprentice: ₹10,900/- per month (no other allowances/benefits) |
| Duration of Training | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Offline (Application form to be downloaded from www.mpez.co.in and submitted by post or in person) + Mandatory NATS portal registration |
| Selection Mode | Merit-based on aggregate percentage marks in the qualifying degree/diploma + Medical fitness |
| Domicile Requirement | Madhya Pradesh domicile (Mool Niwasi) candidates only |
| Mandatory Requirement | Prior registration with 100% completed profile on the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in/) |
| Official Website | https://www.mpez.co.in |
MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Application Submission | 25-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission (by post or in person) | 25-06-2026 (up to 5:30 PM) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-01-2026 |
| Qualifying Exam Pass Year (Eligible Range) | 2022 to 2026 |
MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice – Vacancy Details
A total of 72 training seats have been announced across 6 trades. The vacancies are distributed across SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and General categories. The number of vacancies is provisional and may be revised during the review process.
| Cr. | Trade / Branch | Educational Qualification | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Electrical Engineering | B.E / B.Tech (Electrical Engineering) | 22 |
| 2 | Graduate Civil Engineering | B.E / B.Tech (Civil Engineering) | 3 |
| 3 | Graduate Commerce & Accounts | B.Com. | 13 |
| 4 | Technical (Diploma) Electrical Engineering | Diploma (Electrical Engineering) | 14 |
| 5 | Technical (Diploma) Civil Engineering | Diploma (Civil Engineering) | 3 |
| 6 | Graduate IT / CSE Engineering | B.E (IT / Computer Science Engineering) | 17 |
| Total | 72 |
MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions. Only Madhya Pradesh domicile (Mool Niwasi) candidates are eligible to apply. Candidates must mandatorily register on the NATS portal and have a valid Apprentice Registration Number before applying.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Domicile | Madhya Pradesh domicile (Mool Niwasi) only. A domicile certificate (Mool Niwasi Praman Patra) is mandatory. |
| Portal Registration (Mandatory) | 100% completed profile on the NATS portal is mandatory before applying. Without a valid Apprentice Registration Number, the Apprenticeship contract cannot be offered. |
| Educational Qualification | B.E/B. Tech (Electrical / Civil / IT / CSE), B.Com., or Diploma (Electrical / Civil Engineering) from a Government-recognized institution, passed between 2022 and 2026. |
| Year of Passing | The candidate’s date of passing the qualifying degree/diploma must not be more than 5 years from the date of NATS portal registration approval. Candidates who passed more than 5 years before the NATS registration approval date will not get NATS registration approval, and their selection will be cancelled. |
| Prior Apprenticeship | Candidates who have already completed Apprenticeship Training in the same trade at MPEZ or any other organization under the Apprentices Act 1961 are NOT eligible to apply again in the same trade. |
| Only One Branch Allowed | Candidates must apply for only ONE trade/branch. Application for more than one branch will be summarily rejected. |
MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – Age Limit
Age is calculated as of 01-01-2026. Minimum age for all categories is 18 years. Upper age relaxation of 5 years is available for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and PwBD (Divyang) candidates.
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 to 30 years (as on 01-01-2026) |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 to 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD (Divyang) | 18 to 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website www.mpez.co.in for any updates regarding the fee.
MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – Selection Process
Selection will be purely merit-based on the aggregate percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying degree/diploma examination. No written test is conducted. A waiting list will be maintained and may be used to fill vacancies as they arise.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Screening & Merit List: Applications received up to the last date will be screened for eligibility as per the advertisement. Candidates will then be ranked in order of merit (descending order of aggregate percentage in B.E/B.Tech/B.Com/Diploma). In case of a tie in marks, the candidate who is older in age will be given priority. |
| Stage 2 | NATS Registration Approval Verification: The date of passing the qualifying examination on the NATS portal must not be more than 5 years before the date of NATS registration approval. If NATS registration is not approved, the candidate’s selection will be cancelled. Candidates must also submit a Declaration Form in the prescribed format confirming that less than 5 years have passed since obtaining the Degree/Diploma (between 2022 and 2026). |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination: Final selection of any eligible candidate is subject to a Medical Fitness Certificate issued by the District Medical Officer (CMO). PwBD (Divyang) candidates must submit a Disability Certificate in the prescribed format issued by the authorized authority or District Medical Board. |
MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – Stipend
Stipend is payable as per the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India. No other allowances or benefits are admissible beyond the stipend.
| Category | Monthly Stipend (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹12,300/- |
| Technical (Diploma) Apprentice | ₹10,900/- |
MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – Job Locations
Selected candidates will be deputed for training at the following offices/locations of MPEZ across Madhya Pradesh. Candidates are required to finish their entire training at the designated location, as transfers to other sites are not permitted while the program is underway.
| Training / Job Locations |
|---|
| Corporate Office Jabalpur |
| O&M / City Circle Jabalpur |
| O&M Circle Narsinghpur |
| O&M Circle Seoni |
| O&M Circle Chhindwara |
| O&M Circle Balaghat |
| O&M Circle Mandla |
| O&M Circle Dindori |
| O&M Circle Katni |
| O&M Circle Sagar |
| O&M Circle Damoh |
| O&M Circle Panna |
| O&M Circle Chhatarpur |
| O&M Circle Tikamgarh |
| O&M Circle Rewa |
| O&M Circle Sidhi |
| O&M Circle Singrauli |
| O&M Circle Shahdol |
| O&M Circle Anuppur |
| O&M Circle Umaria |
How to Apply for MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27
Candidates must apply in offline mode. Applications submitted before 25-05-2026 or after 25-06-2026 (5:30 PM) will not be accepted. Before applying, candidates must mandatorily register and complete a 100% profile on the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in/) and obtain a valid Apprentice Registration Number.
Download the application form from the official website and submit it along with all required self-attested documents by post or in person to: Karyalay Mukhya Mahaaprabandhak (Prashikshan), Kendriya Prashikshan Sansthan SPB-2, Nayagaon, Jabalpur (M.P.) – 482008.
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Important Instructions for MPEZ Graduate & Technical Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 Candidates
- THIS IS NOT REGULAR EMPLOYMENT. This advertisement is for apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act 1961. MPEZ is not obligated to offer any employment after completion of training.
- Vacancies are only for Madhya Pradesh domicile (Mool Niwasi) candidates. Applications from non-MP domicile candidates will be rejected.
- Candidates must apply for only ONE trade/branch. Applications with more than one trade selected will be cancelled.
- NATS portal registration with 100% completed profile and a valid Apprentice Registration Number is mandatory before applying.
- The date of passing the qualifying examination must not be more than 5 years from the NATS registration approval date; if NATS registration is not approved, the selection will be cancelled.
- Candidates who have previously completed apprenticeship training in the same trade at MPEZ or any other organization cannot apply again for the same trade.
- If any candidate is found to have concealed or provided incorrect information at any stage, their candidature will be cancelled, and legal action may be taken.
- SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and PwBD candidates must carefully fill in their category; no category change will be permitted after submission.
- During the training period, selected candidates will be entitled to 13 days casual leave, 15 days medical leave, and weekly and national holidays.
- In case of an accident, the Employee Compensation Act, 1923, will be applicable.
- Candidates who do not join within the specified time will have their selection treated as automatically cancelled.
- MPEZ reserves the right to cancel/limit/extend the selection process without prior notice or providing any reason.
- All legal and judicial matters related to this advertisement and recruitment will be under the jurisdiction of the Jabalpur courts only.
- Selected candidates will be bound by all existing and future rules and regulations framed by MPEZ Jabalpur for apprentice engagement.
- All revisions/corrigenda (if any) will be hosted on the company’s official website www.mpez.co.in only.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| NATS Portal | Click Here |
| NATS Student Manual | Click Here |
| MPEZ Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What’s the deadline for the MPEZ apprenticeship applications?
Ans. You have until June 25, 2026, at 5:30 PM to submit your application.
Q2. How many apprenticeship seats are open?
Ans. The recruitment drive is looking to fill 72 seats in total.
Q3. What will the monthly stipend be if I am selected as a Graduate Apprentice?
Ans. Selected Graduate Apprentices will receive ₹12,300 each month.
Q4. Do I need to pay an application fee to apply?
Ans. There is no application fee required to apply for these positions.
Q5. Are candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh eligible?
Ans. No, these opportunities are exclusively open to candidates who hold a Madhya Pradesh domicile.
Q6. What qualifications do I need to be eligible?
Ans. You’ll need a degree like B.E/B.Tech (in Electrical, Civil, IT, or CSE), a B.Com., or a Diploma (in Electrical or Civil Engineering) from an approved institution.
Q7. What is the age requirement for these posts?
Ans. You must be at least 18 years old, and the maximum age limit for General candidates is 30 years. There are age relaxations for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates.
