Karthik finished his engineering degree from Coimbatore in April 2026.
His first question was not about a job — it was about seniority.
In Tamil Nadu, government job seniority is counted from the date of Employment Exchange registration. Every month of delay means losing your place in line.
His father told him: “Go to the Empower Portal — register today itself.”
He registered in 12 minutes. His card showed his seniority date — May 13, 2026.
“Every day matters,” his father had said. He was right.
⚡ TVK UPDATE — May 2026: CM Vijay ne ₹4,000/month unemployment allowance announce kiya hai degree graduates ke liye. Diploma/12th holders ke liye ₹2,500/month. Registration ke liye Employment Exchange mein naam hona ZARURI hoga. ABHI register karein: 👉 tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in/Empower
💡 Quick Answer: New Registration: tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in/Empower → New User → Fill form → Submit Renewal: Same portal → Login → Renewal section → Candidate Renewal → Submit Registration valid for: 3 years PG/Professional degree holders: Apply through Regional Employment Office (Chennai or Madurai)
Why Register NOW — TVK Government Angle
Tamil Nadu’s new TVK government under CM C. Joseph Vijay has announced a ₹4,000/month unemployment allowance for degree graduates and ₹2,500/month for diploma/12th/ITI holders — while they search for jobs.
The expected eligibility condition: Must be registered with Tamil Nadu Employment Exchange (வேலைவாய்ப்பு பதிவு).
The scheme portal has not launched yet — but your registration date on the Employment Exchange card will matter. The earlier you register — the earlier you are in the system.
If you are:
- A recent graduate — register today
- Already registered but expired — renew immediately
- Registered and active — check your expiry date and renew if within 3 months
What is TNVelaivaaippu?
TNVelaivaaippu (தமிழ்நாடு வேலைவாய்ப்பு) — also called Empower Portal — is the official Tamil Nadu Employment Exchange online portal.
Managed by the Department of Employment and Training, Government of Tamil Nadu, this portal was launched on September 15, 2013. It has since become the central system for all employment exchange services across Tamil Nadu’s 38 districts.
Official portal URL: 👉 tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in/Empower
Who should register:
- 8th, 10th, 12th pass students
- ITI and Diploma holders
- Undergraduate degree holders
- Any Tamil Nadu resident seeking employment
Why registration matters:
- Seniority date for government job notifications
- Required for Employment Exchange-based job referrals
- Expected to be mandatory for TVK unemployment allowance
- Free — no fee charged
New Registration — Step by Step
Step 1: Open Official Portal
👉 tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in/Empower
Step 2: Click “New User Registration”
On the homepage, find the “For New User ID Registration — Click Here” option and click it.
Step 3: Agree to Terms
A popup will appear. Read the terms and click “I Agree” to proceed.
Step 4: Fill Registration Form
Enter your details carefully:
- Full Name
- Gender
- Father’s Name
- Date of Birth
- Email ID
- Mobile Number
- Aadhaar Card Number
- Family Card Number (Ration Card)
- Create User ID and Password
Step 5: Verify OTP
Confirm your mobile number and email ID through OTP verification.
Step 6: Add Qualifications
After account creation:
- Click “Add Qualification” under Profile Details
- Add all your educational qualifications one by one
- Upload scanned copies of original certificates
Step 7: Submit
Review all details and submit. Your Employment Registration Card will be generated with your seniority date.
⚡ Important: The registration date on your card is your seniority date for government job calls. Every day you delay, someone else gets ahead of you in the queue.
Renewal — How to Renew Your Employment Card
Employment registration expires every 3 years. You must renew before expiry to maintain your seniority.
⚡ Grace Period: Tamil Nadu government provides a grace period even after card expiry. If renewed within the grace period, your original seniority date is preserved. Check tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in for current grace period notification.
Renewal Steps:
Step 1: Go to 👉 tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in/Empower
Step 2: Click “Renewal” option on homepage
Step 3: Enter your User ID and Password (Date of Birth is default password if never changed) → Click Login
Step 4: Under “Update Profile” → Select “Renewal” → Click “Candidate Renewal”
Step 5: Your renewal information will be displayed — verify details
Step 6: Click “Renew” button → Click “Submit”
Step 7: Done — your card is renewed for 3 more years
⚡ Tip: Do not wait for your card to expire. Renew 1-2 months before expiry date. Login to your Empower portal account — expiry date is shown in your dashboard.
Login Process
Step 1: 👉 tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in/Empower
Step 2: Click “Candidate Login” on the homepage
Step 3: Enter:
- Exchange Code
- Gender
- Year of Registration
- Registration Number
- User ID and Password
Step 4: Click Login → Dashboard opens
Forgot Password? Default password is your Date of Birth (DDMMYYYY format). If you changed it and forgot — contact official support email with your registration details.
PG and Professional Degree Holders — Different Process
If you hold a Postgraduate (PG) degree or Professional degree (Law, Medicine, Engineering PG, MBA, MCA etc.) — you cannot register through the regular Empower Portal online.
You must visit:
- Professional Employment and Career Guidance Centre — Chennai (if your district is in North Tamil Nadu)
- Professional Employment and Career Guidance Centre — Madurai (if your district is in South Tamil Nadu)
Why separate office? PG and professional degree holders are placed in a different priority category for job referrals.
Documents Required
For New Registration:
- Aadhaar Card
- Family Ration Card / Family Card Number
- All educational qualification mark sheets and certificates
- School/College leaving certificate
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- Community certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photograph
For Renewal:
- Login credentials (User ID + Password)
- Updated qualification certificates (if any new qualifications added)
Official Links — All in One Place
| Task | Official Link |
|---|---|
| New Registration / Renewal / Login | tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in/Empower |
| Private Jobs Portal | tnprivatejobs.tn.gov.in |
| Skill Development | tnskill.tn.gov.in |
| National Career Services | ncs.gov.in |
| Tamil Nadu Government | tn.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
TNVelaivaaippu registration kaise karein? (வேலைவாய்ப்பு பதிவு எப்படி செய்வது?) Visit tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in/Empower → New User Registration → Fill form with Aadhaar, qualifications → Submit. Free and takes 10-15 minutes.
Registration validity kitni hai? 3 years. Renewal required within 3 months before or after expiry. Renewing within grace period preserves original seniority date.
TVK ₹4,000 scheme ke liye Employment Exchange registration zaroori hai? Official eligibility not yet announced — but strongly expected. Register NOW to be ready when the portal launches.
Renewal password kya hai? Default password is your Date of Birth in DDMMYYYY format. Example: 15 June 2000 = 15062000.
PG holders kahan register karein? PG and professional degree holders must visit Professional Employment and Career Guidance Centre — Chennai or Madurai based on residential district. Online registration is NOT available for them.
Employment card mein koi galti hai — kaise theek karein? Login to your account → Profile section → Edit details → Save. For major corrections — contact your district employment office.
Renewal kab karni chahiye? 1-2 months before expiry — not after. Your expiry date is visible on your Empower portal dashboard after login.
Final Note
If you are in Tamil Nadu and haven’t registered yet — open tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in/Empower right now.
Fresh graduate or renewal pending — do it today.
Your seniority date starts the moment you register. And with TVK’s ₹4,000 unemployment allowance expected soon — being on the Employment Exchange register is more important than ever.
Share this with anyone in Tamil Nadu searching for their Employment Exchange card or TVK scheme registration.