BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 660 Posts

BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should check the official BHEL recruitment portal for any changes to the application or examination schedule.

BHEL Artisan Vacancy Details 2026

BHEL has announced 660 vacancies across seven Artisan Grade IV trades.

The vacancies are distributed across multiple manufacturing units. Candidates should refer to the detailed advertisement for the unit-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution.

BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification

Candidates must meet the following educational requirements:

• Class 10: Must have passed Matriculation or an equivalent qualification.
• ITI/NTC: Must possess the prescribed National Trade Certificate (NTC/ITI) in the relevant trade.
• NAC: Must possess a National Apprenticeship Certificate in the relevant trade.
• Minimum Marks: Generally, 60% in both ITI/NTC and NAC for General/OBC candidates and 55% for eligible SC/ST candidates, subject to the detailed notification.

The required qualifications must be obtained by the prescribed cut-off date of 1 October 2026. Candidates should check the notification for accepted trades, certificate requirements and applicable exemptions.

BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The upper age limit for General and EWS candidates is 27 years as of 1 October 2026.

Additional age relaxation may be available for eligible Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Ex-Servicemen and candidates with qualifying work experience, subject to BHEL rules.

Candidates should consult the official notification for the complete age-relaxation conditions and maximum permissible age.

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Computer-Based Examination (CBE): Candidates must appear for the prescribed online examination.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce their original educational, category and other required documents.
3. Skill Test: Candidates must qualify in the trade-related skill test.
4. Final Merit List: Merit is prepared based on examination marks among candidates who satisfy the applicable eligibility, document verification and skill-test requirements.

The skill test is qualifying in nature. Candidates should read the detailed advertisement for the examination pattern, qualifying marks, negative marking and shortlisting rules.

• Class 10th marksheet and certificate
• ITI / National Trade Certificate (NTC) certificate and marksheet
• National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) and marksheet
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Valid photo ID proof, such as Aadhaar card, PAN card or voter ID
• Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates, if applicable
• EWS certificate, if applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Ex-servicemen documents, if applicable
• Work experience certificate, if claiming applicable age relaxation
• Valid email ID and mobile number
• Online payment details, if an application fee applies

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit their applications online:

1. Visit the official BHEL Careers website at https://careers.bhel.in/.
2. Open the current recruitment section and find Artisan Recruitment under Advertisement No. 01/2026.
3. Read the detailed notification carefully.
4. Check the eligibility criteria, trade-wise vacancies and manufacturing unit preferences.
5. Register using the required personal and contact details.
6. Complete the online application form with accurate educational and other information.
7. Upload the documents and photograph or signature wherever required.
8. Pay the applicable fee, if prescribed in the detailed notification.
9. Review the application carefully before submitting it.
10. Submit the form and save the application confirmation for future reference.

Applications should be submitted before the closing deadline. Candidates should retain their registration details and regularly check the official portal for examination updates.

Selected candidates will initially be engaged as Temporary Artisans for one year.

Regularisation is subject to successful completion of the temporary period and the applicable company rules. Other applicable allowances and benefits will be governed by BHEL's service conditions.

The 660 vacancies are spread across BHEL manufacturing units in different parts of India, including the following locations:

Candidates must carefully check the trade-wise vacancies available at each manufacturing unit before selecting their preferred location.

Important: Candidates can apply for only one manufacturing unit and one trade. Selected candidates are subject to the service and posting conditions specified in the official notification.