BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 660 Posts: Eligibility & Dates
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 660 Posts: Eligibility & Dates
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has released the Artisan Recruitment 2026 notification under Advt. No. 01/2026 for 660 Artisan Grade IV posts across nine manufacturing units. The trades include Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, and Foundryman. Instructions on how to apply will be hosted on the BHEL Careers website, careers.bhel.in, by 19 October 2026.
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) |
| Recruitment | Artisan Recruitment 2026 (Artisan Grade IV) |
| Advt. No. | 01/2026 |
| Post name | Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Foundryman |
| Total vacancies | 660 |
| Job location | Ranipet, Visakhapatnam, Bengaluru, Haridwar, Hyderabad, Bhopal, Jhansi, Tiruchirappalli |
| Age limit | Upper age limit 27 years (Gen / EWS) as on 1 October 2026, relaxation as per rules |
| Mode of application | Details to be hosted on careers.bhel.in |
| Last date | Not mentioned |
| Official website | careers.bhel.in |
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | October 2026 |
| Reservation and relaxation details on BHEL Careers portal | 19 October 2026 |
| Selection process and how-to-apply details on BHEL Careers website | By 19 October 2026 |
| Application start date | Not mentioned |
| Last date to apply | Not mentioned |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | December (tentative) |
Application Fee
The notice does not mention the application fee. Candidates should check careers.bhel.in for fee details.
Age Limit
The upper age limit is given as on 1 October 2026.
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Gen / EWS | 27 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 30 years |
| SC / ST | 32 years |
- PwD and Ex-Serviceman relaxation will be as per Government rules.
- Up to 7 years of age relaxation is allowed on the basis of relevant work experience in the prescribed format.
BHEL Artisan Vacancy 2026 – Post-Wise Details
The manpower requirement is tentative, and the actual requirement may vary after further assessment. Category-wise reservation will be as per Government guidelines.
| Post (Trade) | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 278 |
| Welder | 104 |
| Turner | 52 |
| Machinist | 101 |
| Electrician | 90 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 23 |
| Foundryman | 12 |
| Total | 660 |
BHEL Artisan Vacancy 2026 – Unit-Wise Details
| Unit | Location | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler Auxiliaries Plant (BAP) | Ranipet, Tamil Nadu | 75 |
| Heavy Plates and Vessels Plant (HPVP) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh | 120 |
| Electronics Division (EDN) | Bengaluru, Karnataka | 45 |
| Solar Business Division (SBD) | Bengaluru, Karnataka | 30 |
| 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 |
| High Pressure Boiler Plant (HPBP) | Tiruchirappalli | 150 |
| Total | — | 660 |
Trade-Wise Vacancies in Each Unit
- BAP: Fitter 48, Welder 6, Turner 10, Machinist 7, Electrician 4
- HPVP: Fitter 60, Welder 25, Turner 6, Machinist 14, Electrician 6, Electronics Mechanic 3, Foundryman 6
- EDN: Fitter 3, Welder 2, Electrician 20, Electronics Mechanic 20
- SBD: Fitter 16, Welder 2, Turner 6, Machinist 3, Electrician 2, Foundryman 1
- HEEP: Fitter 20, Welder 6, Turner 5, Machinist 14, Electrician 12, Foundryman 3
- HPEP: Fitter 10, Turner 22, Machinist 23, Electrician 5
- HEP: Fitter 19, Welder 3, Turner 3, Machinist 15, Electrician 18, Foundryman 2
- TP: Fitter 22, Welder 10, Machinist 10, Electrician 18
- HPBP: Fitter 80, Welder 50, Machinist 15, Electrician 5
Eligibility Criteria
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational qualification | Class X plus National Trade Certificate (NTC / ITI) plus National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the respective trade |
| Minimum marks | 60% for Gen and OBC candidates, 55% for SC and ST candidates, in both NTC/ITI and NAC |
- Desirable: Knowledge of the regional language for the units in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, and Hindi for the other units.
- Candidates can apply to the vacancies of only one unit. They should choose the unit carefully.
Compassionate Ground Vacancies
As per company policy, the Artisan Grade IV vacancies are partially earmarked for dependents of deceased BHEL employees on compassionate grounds. Details are given under "Compassionate Consideration" on careers.bhel.in. If these vacancies are not filled for want of qualified candidates, they may be filled through open selection.
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Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT), to be held on the same day for all vacancies in December (tentative).
- Further stages: Not mentioned in the notice.
The full selection process and instructions will be hosted on the BHEL Careers website by 19 October 2026.
Salary
The notice does not mention the salary for Artisan Grade IV posts.
How to Apply for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website, careers.bhel.in.
- Check the selection process and how-to-apply details, which will be hosted by 19 October 2026.
- Decide the unit and trade you want, as one candidate can apply against vacancies of one unit only.
- Follow the application steps given on the BHEL Careers portal.
FAQs – BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are available in BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
A total of 660 vacancies are available, including 278 Fitter, 104 Welder, 101 Machinist, 90 Electrician, 52 Turner, 23 Electronics Mechanic and 12 Foundryman posts.
What is the last date to apply for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
The notice does not state the last date. Application details will be hosted on careers.bhel.in by 19 October 2026.
What is the qualification required for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
Candidates need Class X plus NTC (ITI) plus NAC in the respective trade, with at least 60% marks for Gen and OBC and 55% marks for SC and ST.
What is the age limit for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
The upper age limit is 27 years for Gen / EWS, 30 years for OBC (NCL) and 32 years for SC / ST, as on 1 October 2026.
When is the BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 exam?
The Computer Based Test will be held on the same day for all vacancies in December (tentative).
How can I apply for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
Candidates should check careers.bhel.in, where the process will be hosted by 19 October 2026. One candidate can apply to one unit only.