Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has released the short notice for the BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 01/2026, Artisan Recruitment – 2027) for 660 Artisan Grade IV vacancies. The posts are in seven trades across nine BHEL manufacturing units, including Tiruchirappalli, Visakhapatnam, Haridwar, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Jhansi and Ranipet.
Candidates who have passed Class 10 along with an ITI (NTC) and a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the respective trade can apply. The detailed notification with the online application dates will be released on careers.bhel.in by 19 October 2026.
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BHEL Artisan Notification 2026 Out
The short notice for the BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 has been issued under Advt. No. 01/2026 (Artisan Recruitment – 2027). The notification contains the trade-wise and unit-wise vacancy, eligibility conditions, age limit, selection process and other important instructions. The detailed notification will be released soon.
BHEL Artisan Notification 2026 Official PDF – Click to Download
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026: Overview
The recruitment process is conducted to fill up 660 Artisan Grade IV vacancies in various trades across nine BHEL manufacturing units. This recruitment is very important for candidates who are looking for a government job after ITI + NAC.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) |
| Post Name | Artisan Grade IV |
| Advt No. | 01/2026 (Artisan Recruitment – 2027) |
| Vacancy | 660 (Tentative) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | To be announced in the detailed notification |
| Educational Qualification | Class 10 + ITI (NTC) + NAC in the respective trade |
| Age Limit | 27 years (Gen/EWS) as on 01.10.2026 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Salary | As per BHEL norms |
| Job Location | Across nine BHEL units in India |
| Official Website | careers.bhel.in |
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 short notice has been published, and the detailed notification with the online application dates will be released on the BHEL careers portal by 19 October 2026. The BHEL Artisan CBT for all units will be held on the same day in December 2026 (tentative).
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short notice (Advt. 01/2026) | October 2026 (Employment News) |
| Detailed notification, reservation and how-to-apply details | By 19 October 2026 on careers.bhel.in |
| Online application start and last date | To be announced in the detailed notification |
| Age crucial date | 1 October 2026 |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | December 2026 (tentative), same day for all units |
BHEL Artisan Vacancy 2026
The number of vacancies has been announced. A total of 660 tentative vacancies have been notified across seven trades in nine BHEL manufacturing units.
BHEL Units and Locations
| Code | BHEL Unit | Location | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Boiler Auxiliaries Plant (BAP) | Ranipet, Tamil Nadu | 75 |
| B | Heavy Plates and Vessels Plant (HPVP) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh | 120 |
| C | Electronics Division (EDN) | Bengaluru, Karnataka | 45 |
| D | Solar Business Division (SBD) | Bengaluru, Karnataka | 30 |
| E | Heavy Electrical Equipment Plant (HEEP) | Haridwar, Uttarakhand | 60 |
| F | Heavy Power Equipment Plant (HPEP) | Hyderabad, Telangana | 60 |
| G | Heavy Electrical Plant (HEP) | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | 60 |
| H | Transformer Plant (TP) | Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh | 60 |
| I | High Pressure Boiler Plant (HPBP) | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu | 150 |
| Total | 660 |
Trade-wise Vacancy
| Trade | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 278 |
| Welder | 104 |
| Machinist | 101 |
| Electrician | 90 |
| Turner | 52 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 23 |
| Foundryman | 12 |
| Total | 660 |
Unit-wise and Trade-wise Vacancy
| Trade | BAP | HPVP | EDN | SBD | HEEP | HPEP | HEP | TP | HPBP | 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 |
Note: The vacancies are tentative and may change. Category-wise reservation will follow Government guidelines.
BHEL Artisan Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must fulfil all the eligibility conditions prescribed by BHEL. The final eligibility conditions should be checked from the detailed notification before applying.
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Class 10 + National Trade Certificate (NTC/ITI) + National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the respective trade |
| Minimum Marks (Gen/OBC) | 60% in both NTC/ITI and NAC |
| Minimum Marks (SC/ST) | 55% in both NTC/ITI and NAC |
| Desirable | Knowledge of the regional language for units in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka; Hindi for other units |
Age Limit (as on 01/10/2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | 27 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 30 years |
| SC/ST | 32 years |
| PwD/Ex-Servicemen | Relaxation as per Government rules |
| Relevant work experience | Up to 7 years relaxation (in prescribed format) |
BHEL Artisan Online Form 2026
The BHEL Artisan Online Application process will start after the release of the detailed notification on careers.bhel.in by 19 October 2026. The BHEL Artisan Online Form will be accepted online only through the official website careers.bhel.in.
BHEL Artisan Apply Online 2026 Link – Click Here
How to Apply
- Visit careers.bhel.in and check the Artisan Recruitment – 2027 (Advt. 01/2026) detailed notification.
- Check the unit-wise vacancy for your trade. You can apply to only ONE unit.
- Keep your Class 10, ITI (NTC) and NAC certificates and mark sheets ready.
- Apply online once the link is active, following the instructions in the detailed notification.
- Dependants of deceased BHEL employees can check the “Compassionate Consideration” link on careers.bhel.in.
Application Fee
The application fee will be announced in the detailed notification.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents/details ready:
- Class 10 certificate and mark sheet
- ITI (NTC) certificate and mark sheet
- NAC certificate
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC), wherever applicable
- PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
- Ex-Servicemen certificate, wherever applicable
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Valid ID proof
- Payment details
BHEL Artisan Selection Process
Under the selection of candidates for Artisan Grade IV posts, candidates have to undergo the following stages of the selection process:
Stage 1 → Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Stage 2 → Document Verification
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Final Selection
Selection for the BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 will include a Computer Based Test (CBT), which will be held on the same day for all units in December 2026 (tentative). Full details of the selection process will be released on careers.bhel.in by 19 October 2026.
FAQs
Q1. Is BHEL Artisan Notification 2026 Out?
Yes, BHEL Artisan Notification 2026 has been released as a short notice under Advt. No. 01/2026 (Artisan Recruitment – 2027).
Q2. How many vacancies are there in BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
There are 660 tentative vacancies of Artisan Grade IV.
Q3. Which trades are included?
Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic and Foundryman.
Q4. What is the qualification for BHEL Artisan?
Class 10 + ITI (NTC) + NAC in the respective trade, with at least 60% (Gen/OBC) or 55% (SC/ST) in both ITI and NAC.
Q5. What is the age limit for BHEL Artisan 2026?
27 years for Gen/EWS, 30 years for OBC (NCL) and 32 years for SC/ST as on 1 October 2026.
Q6. When is the BHEL Artisan exam?
The CBT will be held on the same day for all units in December 2026 (tentative).
Q7. Can I apply to more than one BHEL unit?
No. One candidate can apply against the vacancies of only one unit.
Q8. What is the selection process for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification.
Q9. When will the detailed notification be released?
The detailed notification will be released on careers.bhel.in by 19 October 2026.
Q10. What is the official website for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
The official website is careers.bhel.in
