Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MAHADISCOM)

MAHADISCOM Apprentice Recruitment 2024 | 6000 Graduate & Technician Apprentice Posts

Location: Various Districts, Maharashtra, India

Posted on: May 20, 2024

Application Deadline: June 10, 2024

Job Type: Apprenticeship Training (1 year)

Job Description

Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MAHADISCOM) has released a notification for the engagement of 6000 Graduate and Technician Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates and diploma holders to gain practical training experience in the power distribution sector.

About MAHADISCOM

Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MAHADISCOM) is the largest electricity distribution utility in India, serving over 2.5 crore consumers across Maharashtra. The company is responsible for the distribution of electricity throughout the state except for Mumbai city. MAHADISCOM is committed to providing reliable and quality power supply to its consumers and continuously works towards enhancing its infrastructure and services.

Vacancy Details

Apprentice Type Number of Vacancies Stipend (per month)
Graduate Apprentice 2500 ₹15,000/-
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice 3500 ₹9,000/-
Total 6000

Discipline-wise Vacancy Distribution

Discipline Graduate Apprentice Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Total
Electrical 1500 2100 3600
Civil 400 500 900
Mechanical 300 400 700
Electronics & Telecommunication 200 300 500
Computer Science/IT 100 200 300
Total 2500 3500 6000

Category-wise Reservation

Category Percentage
Open/General 40%
SC 13%
ST 7%
VJNT 3%
NT-B 2.5%
NT-C 3.5%
NT-D 2%
OBC 19%
EWS 10%

Note: Horizontal reservation will be provided as per Government of Maharashtra rules for Women (30%), Person with Disability (4%), and Ex-Servicemen (15%).

Training Period & Stipend

  • The training period for both Graduate and Technician Apprentices will be 1 year (12 months)
  • Graduate Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000/-
  • Technician (Diploma) Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,000/-

Selection Process

The selection process for Apprenticeship will be based on the following criteria:

  1. Merit List Preparation: Based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination (BE/B.Tech or Diploma)
  2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification
  3. Medical Examination: Selected candidates will undergo a medical examination to assess their fitness

How to Apply

Candidates need to apply through the NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) portal and MAHADISCOM portal. Follow these steps to apply:

  1. Register on the NAPS portal: https://apprenticeshipindia.org/
  2. Generate a unique registration number from the NAPS portal
  3. Visit the MAHADISCOM website: https://www.mahadiscom.in/
  4. Navigate to the "Careers" section and click on "Apprentice Recruitment 2024"
  5. Register on the MAHADISCOM portal using the NAPS registration number
  6. Fill the application form with accurate details
  7. Upload scanned copies of required documents
  8. Submit the application and take a printout for future reference

Documents Required

  • Recent passport-sized color photograph
  • Scanned signature
  • SSC/10th certificate and mark sheet (for age proof)
  • HSC/12th certificate and mark sheet
  • Degree/Diploma certificate and all semester mark sheets
  • Caste certificate (if applicable)
  • Non-creamy layer certificate for OBC/VJNT/NT-B/NT-C/NT-D (issued after April 1, 2023)
  • EWS certificate (if applicable, issued after April 1, 2023)
  • Disability certificate (if applicable)
  • Ex-serviceman discharge book (if applicable)
  • Domicile certificate of Maharashtra
  • Aadhar Card

Important Information

  • The apprenticeship training is for 1 year (12 months) and does not guarantee employment in MAHADISCOM after completion
  • Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or who are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in any organization are not eligible to apply
  • Candidates must be domiciled in Maharashtra
  • The selection and deployment of apprentices will be subject to detailed provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961
  • No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the document verification/medical examination

Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria

For Graduate Apprentice:

  • Educational Qualification: Candidates should have a 4-year degree in Engineering or Technology (BE/B.Tech) in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Electronics & Telecommunication, or Computer Science/IT from a recognized university
  • Year of Passing: The degree should have been completed in 2022, 2023, or 2024
  • Percentage Required: Minimum 55% marks for General/EWS/OBC and 50% marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates

For Technician (Diploma) Apprentice:

  • Educational Qualification: Candidates should have a 3-year Diploma in Engineering in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Electronics & Telecommunication, or Computer Science/IT from a recognized board/university
  • Year of Passing: The diploma should have been completed in 2022, 2023, or 2024
  • Percentage Required: Minimum 55% marks for General/EWS/OBC and 50% marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates

Age Limit (as on closing date of application):

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 35 years

Age Relaxation:

Category Age Relaxation
SC/ST 5 years
OBC/VJNT/NT-B/NT-C/NT-D 3 years
PwBD 10 years
Ex-Servicemen Period of service + 3 years

Additional Conditions:

  • Candidates should not have undergone apprenticeship training previously or currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in any organization
  • Candidates should be domiciled in Maharashtra
  • Candidates should not have any work experience of one year or more
  • Candidates should be medically fit
  • Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply

Important Dates

Event Date
Online Application Start Date May 20, 2024
Last Date to Apply Online June 10, 2024
Merit List Publication (Tentative) June 25, 2024
Document Verification (Tentative) July 5-15, 2024
Medical Examination (Tentative) July 20-30, 2024
Joining of Selected Candidates (Tentative) August 2024

Other Details

Official Website https://www.mahadiscom.in/
Application Mode Online (through NAPS portal and MAHADISCOM portal)
Selection Process Merit Based + Document Verification + Medical Examination
Training Period 1 year (12 months)
Job Location Various MAHADISCOM offices and substations across Maharashtra