BHEL Artisan Grade IV Recruitment 2026
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 (2027 batch): Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 to fill 660 Artisan Grade-IV posts in seven trades across nine manufacturing units in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
This is a rare chance for ITI pass candidates to join a leading engineering PSU. You first work as a Temporary Artisan for one year at ₹24,000 per month, and are then regularised on the pay scale of ₹29,500 - ₹65,000. You apply online on careers.bhel.in from 21 October 2026 and the last date is 18 November 2026, 11:45 PM.
Latest Update: Online applications for BHEL Artisan 2026 are open from 21 October 2026, 10:00 AM. The last date is 18 November 2026, 11:45 PM. The computer based exam is tentatively planned for 11 December 2026.
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Artisan Grade-IV (Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Foundryman) |
| Total Vacancies | 660 (tentative) |
| Job Location | 9 BHEL manufacturing units (see vacancy table) |
| Application Mode | Online only at careers.bhel.in |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Examination (CBE), then Document Verification and Skill Test |
| Pay | ₹24,000 per month for the first year, then ₹29,500 - ₹65,000 |
| Official Website | careers.bhel.in |
BHEL Artisan 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 21 October 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 November 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Qualification and Age Cut-off Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Computer Based Exam (tentative) | 11 December 2026 |
The notice says these dates are tentative and may change. Any change will be shown on careers.bhel.in.
BHEL Artisan Vacancy 2026
The 660 vacancies are tentative, and the actual number can vary after further assessment. Some posts are earmarked for dependents of deceased BHEL employees on compassionate grounds. If those are not filled, they can go to open selection.
Trade-wise and unit-wise vacancies
| Trade | BAP Ranipet | HPVP Visakhapatnam | EDN Bengaluru | SBD Bengaluru | HEEP Haridwar | HPEP Hyderabad | HEP Bhopal | TP Jhansi | HPBP Tiruchirappalli | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 48 | 60 | 3 | 16 | 20 | 10 | 19 | 22 | 80 | 278 |
| Welder | 6 | 25 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 50 | 104 |
| Turner | 10 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 52 |
| Machinist | 7 | 14 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 23 | 15 | 10 | 15 | 101 |
| Electrician | 4 | 6 | 20 | 2 | 12 | 5 | 18 | 18 | 5 | 90 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 0 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Foundryman | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Total | 75 | 120 | 45 | 30 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 150 | 660 |
Category-wise vacancies by unit
| Unit | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | PwBD (incl.) | Ex-Servicemen (incl.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAP, Ranipet (Tamil Nadu) | 32 | 8 | 20 | 14 | 1 | 75 | 4 | 10 |
| HPVP, Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | 47 | 12 | 32 | 20 | 9 | 120 | 5 | 16 |
| EDN, Bengaluru (Karnataka) | 19 | 4 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 45 | 2 | 6 |
| SBD, Bengaluru (Karnataka) | 14 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 30 | 2 | 4 |
| HEEP, Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | 35 | 6 | 8 | 11 | 0 | 60 | 2 | 8 |
| HPEP, Hyderabad (Telangana) | 25 | 6 | 16 | 9 | 4 | 60 | 16 | 9 |
| HEP, Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | 24 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 60 | 5 | 8 |
| TP, Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | 24 | 6 | 17 | 13 | 0 | 60 | 3 | 8 |
| HPBP, Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | 65 | 15 | 40 | 28 | 2 | 150 | 6 | 21 |
| Total | 285 | 65 | 162 | 115 | 33 | 660 | 45 | 90 |
You can apply for only one manufacturing unit and one trade. If you submit more than one application, only the last submitted one is counted.
BHEL Artisan Eligibility 2026
Educational Qualification (as on 1 October 2026)
- Class 10 pass, plus
- National Trade Certificate (NTC / ITI) in the respective trade, plus
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the respective trade
- Not less than 60% marks for General and OBC candidates and 55% marks for SC and ST candidates in both NTC/ITI and NAC
Desirable: knowledge of the regional language (Tamil, Telugu or Kannada) for the south units, and Hindi for the other units.
Important conditions:
- ITI and NAC certificates or mark sheets must be issued up to 1 October 2026.
- Only full-time regular courses are counted.
- SC / ST / PwBD candidates applying for posts not reserved for them are treated as general candidates, and no relaxation in minimum marks is given.
- Ex-servicemen claiming trade equivalency from an Army, Air Force or Naval institute do not need the minimum marks, but must show the equivalence certificate.
- Persons already selected as temporary employees in BHEL and not yet regularised cannot apply.
BHEL Artisan Age Limit and Relaxation
The upper age limit for General and EWS candidates is 27 years as on 1 October 2026.
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (General) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 years |
| Work experience | Up to 7 years, for a minimum of 6 months of relevant experience in the prescribed format |
| J&K domicile (1.1.1980 to 31.12.1989) | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government rules |
Whatever the relaxations, the maximum age including all of them cannot go beyond 56 years as on 1 October 2026.
BHEL Artisan Salary 2026
- First year: you work as a Temporary Artisan on a consolidated wage of ₹24,000 per month.
- After successful completion: you are regularised as Artisan Grade-IV at the minimum of the pay scale of ₹29,500 - ₹65,000, with allowances applicable at that time.
- A Best Apprentice from the All India Skill Competition is inducted with 2 increments, and a Runner-Up Apprentice at the minimum of the scale.
BHEL Artisan Application Fee 2026
| Category | Exam Fee | Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | ₹600 | ₹400 + GST | ₹1,072 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Nil | ₹400 + GST | ₹472 |
The fee is non-refundable. Bank charges for net banking, debit card or credit card payment may be extra.
BHEL Artisan Selection Process 2026
Selection has two stages, and you must clear both to enter the merit list.
- Stage I - Computer Based Examination (CBE): held in your trade, marked out of 100. The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for UR / EWS and 30% for OBC (NCL) / SC / ST. PwBD and Ex-Servicemen get a relaxed minimum (30% for UR / EWS and 22.5% for OBC / SC / ST) for shortlisting. The exam is trilingual: Hindi, English or a third language of your choice (Kannada, Telugu or Tamil).
- Stage II - Document Verification and Skill Test: candidates are shortlisted from the CBE in the ratio 1:3 of the vacancies in each trade and category (maximum 5 candidates where there is a single vacancy). The Skill Test is qualifying in nature.
The final merit list is made on the CBE score only, for candidates who are found eligible in document verification and qualify in the Skill Test. Selected candidates must also pass a medical examination by the company's authorised officer.
For the subject-wise syllabus and exam details, keep checking careers.bhel.in.
How to Apply for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026
- Go to the BHEL recruitment website careers.bhel.in and open the Artisan Recruitment 2027 link.
- Read Advertisement No. 01/2026 and the instructions carefully.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number. Enter your name exactly as in your Class 10 certificate.
- Select one manufacturing unit and one trade.
- Fill in your education, category and other details, and choose up to 5 exam centre preferences.
- Upload the documents asked for and pay the fee online.
- Submit before 18 November 2026, 11:45 PM and keep a print of the application.
Keep your email ID active for at least one year, as BHEL sends important messages only by email.
Documents Required
- Class 10 certificate (for name and date of birth)
- ITI (NTC) and NAC certificates and mark sheets
- Caste certificate for SC / ST, and OBC (NCL) certificate issued on or after 1 January 2026
- EWS Income and Asset Certificate valid for the financial year 2026-27
- Disability certificate in the prescribed format for PwBD candidates (at least 40% disability)
- Experience certificate in the prescribed format, if you claim age relaxation
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) if you work in a Government department, autonomous body or PSU
- Ex-servicemen undertaking form, if applicable
Important Instructions
- Pick your unit carefully. Selected Artisans must serve at the allotted unit for at least 20 years, and transfers are not allowed in this period.
- The CBE for all vacancies is held on the same day, so you cannot appear for two trades.
- The category you claim in the online form is final and cannot be changed later.
- OBC candidates not in the Non-Creamy Layer must apply as General.
- Wrong or false information leads to cancellation of candidature at any stage, even after joining.
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 FAQs
What is the last date to apply for BHEL Artisan 2026?
The last date is 18 November 2026 up to 11:45 PM. The application started on 21 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in BHEL Artisan Grade-IV 2026?
There are 660 tentative vacancies: Fitter 278, Welder 104, Turner 52, Machinist 101, Electrician 90, Electronics Mechanic 23 and Foundryman 12.
What is the qualification for BHEL Artisan?
Class 10 plus ITI (NTC) plus NAC in the same trade, with at least 60% marks (55% for SC / ST) in both ITI and NAC.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 27 years as on 1 October 2026 for General and EWS. SC / ST get 5 years and OBC-NCL gets 3 years of relaxation.
What is the salary of BHEL Artisan?
You get ₹24,000 per month as a Temporary Artisan for one year, then the pay scale of ₹29,500 - ₹65,000 after regularisation.
Is there an interview?
No interview is mentioned. Selection is by a computer based exam, followed by document verification and a qualifying skill test. The merit list depends on the exam score.
What is the application fee?
It is ₹1,072 for UR / EWS / OBC and ₹472 for SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen.
Can I apply for more than one unit or trade?
No. You can apply for one unit and one trade only. If you apply twice, the last submitted form is counted.
When is the BHEL Artisan exam?
The tentative date is 11 December 2026. Watch careers.bhel.in for any change.
BHEL Artisan 2026 Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (Advt. 01/2026) | Download Notification |
| Apply Online | BHEL Careers Portal |
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Final Words
The BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest ITI-level openings in a central PSU this year, with 660 posts, a one-year paid temporary stint and a regular scale of ₹29,500 - ₹65,000 after that. The competition will be high, so decide your trade and unit carefully, because you cannot change them later.
Apply before 18 November 2026, 11:45 PM and keep your ITI and NAC mark sheets ready.
Important: This article summarises the official BHEL Advertisement No. 01/2026. Always check careers.bhel.in for the latest updates and final details.