BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026
Advt. No. 01/2026
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has released a short notification for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 01/2026) to fill 660 vacancies for Artisan Grade-IV posts on a permanent basis across its various manufacturing units nationwide. Eligible candidates seeking a stable technical career in a premier Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) should review the important details below.
Recruitment Summary
| Organization Name | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) |
| Post Name | Artisan Grade – IV |
| Total Vacancies | 660 Posts |
| Job Location | Various BHEL Manufacturing Units Across India |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | careers.bhel.in |
Notification Overview
| Parameter | Details |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. 01/2026 (Artisan Recruitment – 2027) |
| Detailed Notification Release | By 19 October 2026 |
| Selection Stages | Computer Based Test (CBT) & Skill Test |
| CBT Exam Date | December 2026 (Tentative) |
Vacancy Details
The total of 660 tentative openings are distributed across multiple trades and manufacturing plants. Below is the unit-wise and post-wise breakdown:
| S.No. | Post / Trade | Total |
| 1 |
Fitter
|
278
|
| 2 |
Welder
|
104
|
| 3 |
Turner
|
52
|
| 4 |
Machinist
|
101
|
| 5 |
Electrician
|
90
|
| 6 |
Electronics Mechanic
|
23
|
| 7 |
Foundryman
|
12
|
|
Total
|
660
|
Qualification
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Educational Requirement: Class X (Matriculation) PLUS National Trade Certificate (NTC/ITI) PLUS National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade.
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Minimum Marks: Must have secured not less than 60% marks for General & OBC candidates, and 55% marks for SC & ST candidates, in both NTC/ITI and NAC examinations.
Age Limit & Age Relaxation
The crucial date for determining the upper age limit is October 1, 2026.
| Category | Upper Age Limit | Age Relaxation Details |
| Gen / EWS |
27 Years
|
As per standard guidelines |
| OBC (NCL) |
30 Years
|
3 Years |
| SC / ST |
32 Years
|
5 Years |
| PWD / Ex-Servicemen |
As per Govt. Rules
|
Provided per official governance norms |
| Work Experience | Up to 7 Years |
Based on relevant work experience in the prescribed format
|
Application Fees
| Category | Total Fee Amount |
| UR / EWS / OBC | Rs. 1,072/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 472/- |
Selection Process
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Computer Based Test (CBT): An objective online exam conducted simultaneously for all units.
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Skill Test: Practical assessment for candidates qualifying the CBT phase.
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Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final authentication of credentials and health fitness check before permanent onboarding.
How to Apply
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Visit the official BHEL careers web portal at careers.bhel.in.
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Read the detailed notification carefully and note that candidates can apply for vacancies in only one manufacturing unit of their choice.
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Complete the online registration using valid personal and contact details.
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Fill out the application form with education and trade details, and upload scanned copies of required documents.
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Pay the category-wise application fee online and submit your final application form. Keep a printout for future records.
Important Dates & Links
| Apply Start | Soon… |
| Detailed Notification Date | By 19 October 2026 |
| Online Application Window | To be updated via detailed notification |
| CBT Exam Date | December 2026 (Tentative) |
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