NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake opens 174 training opportunities for graduates, learners, technicians and artisans across South Africa.
For graduates and young professionals struggling to break into the energy sector, the NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake arrives at a critical moment.
With 174 learner opportunities now open nationwide, the programme offers structured, paid training linked to real operational work.
Applications close on 21 January 2026, leaving a narrow window for eligible candidates.
Why the NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake Matters Right Now
South Africa’s electricity transmission system is undergoing long-term reform, expansion, and modernisation.
The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) sits at the centre of that shift, responsible for maintaining and strengthening the national grid.
What makes the NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake significant is not just the number of opportunities, but the range of skills being developed.
Engineering, finance, safety, human resources, project delivery, IT, procurement, and artisan trades are all included.
In a job market where many graduates hold qualifications but lack workplace exposure, NTCSA’s structured on-the-job training model provides a realistic entry point into the energy sector — without overstating guarantees of permanent employment.
Who Can Apply and Where the Opportunities Are-NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake
The intake covers five main categories, spread across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Bloemfontein, Eastern Cape and Northern Cape.
Engineer in Training (EIT) – 43 Positions
Designed for engineering graduates with BEng or BSc degrees, including:
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Civil
- Industrial
- Mechatronics
- Computer Science / Information Systems Engineering
Training period: 24 months (on-the-job)
Submit Applications to Sibongile Ramaphoko (Email)–RamaphSB@ntcsa.co.za
Graduate in Training (GIT) – 52 Positions
This stream supports both technical and non-technical graduates, including:
- Architecture, geology, land surveying
- Law, commerce, accounting
- Economics and finance
- Human resources and psychology
- Procurement and supply chain
- Safety, security, and environmental management
- Project delivery (technical and non-technical)
Training period: 24 months
Submit Applications to Portia Makgato (Email) –MakgatPM@ntcsa.co.za
Learner (Non-Technical) – 11 Positions
For diploma holders in:
- Information Technology
- Commerce
- Logistics and transport
- Supply chain or information management
Training period: 12 months
Submit Applications to Ineshia Bilankulu (Email)-BilankI@ntcsa.co.za
Technician in Training / Pupil Technician – 57 Positions
For candidates who have completed S4 or a diploma in:
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current or Telecommunications)
- Civil Engineering
- Surveying
This pathway includes institutional and workplace training, with the opportunity to complete P1/P2 or a full diploma.
Submit Applications to Mbavhalelo Matumba(Email)-matumbm@ntcsa.co.za
Learner Artisan – 11 Positions
Targeted at school leavers with:
- Grade 12 (Mathematics and Physical Science)
- OR N3 Engineering
- OR NCV Level 4
Training period: 3 years, with the opportunity to attain a trade test certificate.
Submit Applications to Valentine Choenyana(Email)-ChoenyNV@ntcsa.co.za
How the Application Process Works-NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake
Applications for the NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake are email-based, not submitted through a central portal.
Each category has a designated contact person and email address, and applications must be sent accordingly.
Applicants must include:
- A detailed CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certifications must be no older than 6 months
Closing date: 21 January 2026
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
NTCSA advises that candidates who do not receive feedback within 28 days after closing should regard their application as unsuccessful.
Equity, Fairness, and What Applicants Should Know-NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake
NTCSA confirms its commitment to employment equity and diversity, with preference potentially given to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
This does not remove the requirement to meet minimum qualifications.
Candidates with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply.
It is also important to understand what the intake does not promise:
- It is not an automatic path to permanent employment
- It does not replace professional registration requirements
- Placement depends on operational needs and performance
That transparency makes the programme more credible — and worth serious consideration.
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FAQs: NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake
Is the NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake paid?
Yes. These are formal training positions with structured workplace exposure.
Can I apply for more than one category?
You may apply for multiple categories if you meet the requirements, but each application must be emailed separately.
Do I need work experience to apply?
No. These opportunities are designed for graduates, learners, and early-career candidates.
Will NTCSA help me get professionally registered?
The programme offers workplace exposure, but professional registration remains the responsibility of the candidate.
What happens after the training period ends?
Completion does not guarantee permanent employment, but it significantly improves employability within the sector.
Final Thought
The NTCSA 2026 Learner Intake is not a shortcut into employment — it is a structured opportunity to build real skills inside South Africa’s transmission environment.
For candidates who meet the requirements and understand the commitment involved, this intake represents practical access to one of the country’s most critical industries.
With the closing date approaching quickly, preparation — not speculation — is what will separate successful applicants from the rest.
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