BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has released a notification for 660 posts of Artisan Grade-IV in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic and Foundryman trades at its nine manufacturing units.
Candidates with 10th, ITI and NAC in the trade can apply online on careers.bhel.in from 21.10.2026 to 18.11.2026. Selection will be through a computer based exam and a skill test.
About BHEL:
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited is a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Heavy Industries. It is India’s largest power plant equipment maker, with manufacturing units in Haridwar, Bhopal, Tiruchirappalli, Hyderabad, Jhansi, Ranipet, Visakhapatnam and Bengaluru.
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026:
| Organization Name | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) |
| Post Name | Artisan Grade-IV |
| Total Vacancies | 660 |
| Trades | Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Foundryman |
| Qualification | 10th + ITI (NTC) + NAC in the trade |
| Age Limit | Up to 27 years (as on 01.10.2026) |
| Salary | Rs. 24,000 (first year), then Rs. 29,500 – 65,000 |
| Job Location | 9 BHEL units across India |
| Freshers / Experienced | Freshers (ITI + NAC holders) |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 November 2026 |
| Official Website | careers.bhel.in |
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Online Application Start | 21.10.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18.11.2026 (11:45 PM) |
| Age and Qualification Cut-off | 01.10.2026 |
| Computer Based Exam (Tentative) | 11.12.2026 |
BHEL Artisan Openings 2026 – Details
Trade-wise Vacancies
| Trade | Posts |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 278 |
| Welder | 104 |
| Machinist | 101 |
| Electrician | 90 |
| Turner | 52 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 23 |
| Foundryman | 12 |
| Total | 660 |
Unit-wise Vacancies
| BHEL Unit | Location | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| High Pressure Boiler Plant (HPBP) | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu | 150 |
| Heavy Plates and Vessels Plant (HPVP) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh | 120 |
| Boiler Auxiliaries Plant (BAP) | Ranipet, Tamil Nadu | 75 |
| Heavy Electrical Equipment Plant (HEEP) | Haridwar, Uttarakhand | 60 |
| Heavy Power Equipment Plant (HPEP) | Hyderabad, Telangana | 60 |
| Heavy Electrical Plant (HEP) | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | 60 |
| Transformer Plant (TP) | Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh | 60 |
| Electronics Division (EDN) | Bengaluru, Karnataka | 45 |
| Solar Business Division (SBD) | Bengaluru, Karnataka | 30 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| UR | OBC | SC | EWS | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 285 | 162 | 114 | 66 | 33 | 660 |
PwBD and Ex-Servicemen reservation is included within these posts. Unit-wise and trade-wise category split is given in the official vacancy breakup PDF. Candidates can apply for only one unit and one trade.
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- 10th / Matriculation pass
- ITI (NTC) in the related trade
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the same trade
- Minimum 60% marks (General / OBC / EWS) or 55% (SC / ST) in both ITI and NAC
- Only full-time regular courses are accepted
Who Can Apply?
- ✔ Passed 10th and ITI (NTC) in the trade
- ✔ Has NAC (apprenticeship certificate) in the same trade
- ✔ Got 60% (Gen/OBC/EWS) or 55% (SC/ST) in ITI and NAC
- ✔ Studied in full-time regular mode
- ✔ Age up to 27 years on 01.10.2026 (with relaxation)
Age Limit (as on 01.10.2026)
Maximum age is 27 years for General and EWS candidates. Even after all relaxations, the age must not be more than 56 years.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (General / OBC / SC-ST) | 10 / 13 / 15 years |
| Relevant work experience (min. 6 months) | Up to 7 years |
| J&K domicile (1980–1989) | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government rules |
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Exam Fee | Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | Rs. 600 | Rs. 400 + GST | Rs. 1,072 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Nil | Rs. 400 + GST | Rs. 472 |
The fee is paid online and is not refundable.
BHEL Artisan Salary / Pay Scale
Under the BHEL Artisan Recruitment, selected candidates first work as Temporary Artisan for one year at Rs. 24,000 per month. After successful completion, they are regularised as Artisan Grade-IV in the pay scale of Rs. 29,500 – 65,000 with DA, HRA and other PSU benefits.
Selection Process of BHEL Careers:
Selection in the BHEL Artisan Recruitment is done in two stages. Final merit is based on the computer based exam.
Stage 1 – Computer Based Examination (CBE)
All eligible candidates take an online objective exam of 120 marks. Minimum qualifying marks are 40% for UR / EWS and 30% for OBC, SC and ST.
Stage 2 – Document Verification and Skill Test
Candidates are shortlisted in about 1:3 ratio of unit-wise and trade-wise vacancies. After checking original documents, they take a skill test in their trade. The skill test is qualifying only.
Final Merit and Joining
The final list is made on CBE marks of candidates who pass the skill test. Selected candidates must serve at the allotted unit for at least 20 years, and transfer requests are not accepted in that period.
BHEL Artisan Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Related Questions | 70 | 70 |
| Engineering Drawing / Calculations | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Total (90 minutes) | 120 | 120 |
Each correct answer gets 1 mark and 0.25 mark is cut for each wrong answer. The exam is in Hindi, English and one regional language.
Why Apply for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
The BHEL Artisan Recruitment has 660 posts in a Maharatna PSU, which is a big number for ITI holders. After one year, the job becomes regular with pay up to Rs. 65,000 and PSU benefits like medical, PF and quarters.
Posts are spread over nine units, so candidates can choose a unit near their home state.
How to Prepare for BHEL Artisan Exam 2026?
The BHEL Artisan Recruitment exam is mostly trade based, so focus on your ITI subjects.
- Revise full ITI trade theory of your trade – 70 questions come from it.
- Practise workshop calculation, science and engineering drawing questions.
- Do daily reasoning practice like series, coding and analogy.
- Solve previous BHEL Artisan and other PSU ITI papers with a timer.
- Keep practising hands-on work of your trade for the skill test.
Documents Required for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026
Keep these documents ready for the BHEL Artisan Recruitment form:
- ✔ 10th certificate (date of birth proof)
- ✔ ITI / NTC certificate and mark sheets
- ✔ NAC certificate and mark sheet
- ✔ Caste / EWS / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen certificate (if any)
- ✔ Experience certificate (for age relaxation, if any)
- ✔ Photo, signature and ID proof
How to Apply for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
The BHEL Artisan Recruitment form is filled only online. Follow these steps:
- Visit careers.bhel.in and open the Artisan recruitment link.
- Register with your e-mail and mobile number.
- Select one BHEL unit and one trade.
- Fill personal, ITI and NAC details and upload photo, signature and documents.
- Pay the fee online and submit before 18.11.2026 (11:45 PM).
- Print the application form for future use.
Important Points to Remember
- Apply for only one unit and one trade.
- ITI and NAC must be in the same trade with minimum marks.
- There is 0.25 negative marking in the CBE.
- Skill test is qualifying; merit is on CBE marks.
- Selected candidates must serve 20 years in the allotted unit.
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
BHEL Artisan Grade-IV Recruitment 2026 – 660 Posts
Apply Online – BHEL Artisan Grade-IV
Download BHEL Artisan Notification (PDF)
BHEL Artisan Unit-wise Vacancy PDF
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BHEL Artisan Recruitment- Frequently Asked Questions:
Q1: What is the last date for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to apply online is 18.11.2026 (11:45 PM). The form opened on 21.10.2026.
Q2: How many posts are there in BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
A: 660 Artisan Grade-IV posts: Fitter 278, Welder 104, Machinist 101, Electrician 90, Turner 52, Electronics Mechanic 23 and Foundryman 12.
Q3: What is the qualification for BHEL Artisan?
A: 10th pass with ITI (NTC) and NAC in the same trade, with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST) in both ITI and NAC.
Q4: Can ITI holders without NAC apply?
A: No. NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) in the relevant trade is compulsory.
Q5: What is the age limit?
A: Up to 27 years for General/EWS as on 01.10.2026. OBC get 3 years and SC/ST get 5 years relaxation.
Q6: What is the salary of BHEL Artisan?
A: Rs. 24,000 per month for the first year as Temporary Artisan, then Rs. 29,500 – 65,000 after regularisation.
Q7: What is the BHEL Artisan exam pattern?
A: 120 questions in 90 minutes: Trade 70, Engineering Drawing/Calculations 30 and Reasoning 20. 0.25 mark is cut for each wrong answer.
Q8: When is the BHEL Artisan exam?
A: The computer based exam is tentatively on 11.12.2026.
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