PSUBharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)

BHEL Recruitment & Apprenticeship 2026

BHEL (Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited) is India's largest power equipment manufacturing PSU, with major units in Haridwar, Bhopal, Trichy, Hyderabad, and Jhansi. BHEL regularly recruits Trade Apprentices, Engineer Trainees, and Graduate/Technician Apprentices across its manufacturing divisions.

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Varies by division and cycle — recent notifications include BHEL Haridwar Trade Apprentice (187 posts) and BHEL Jhansi Apprentice (47 posts), with similar cycles across Bhopal, Trichy, and Hyderabad unitsAge: As per the Apprentices Act, 1961 — typically 14–28 years, relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD10th pass + ITI…
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Vacancies
Varies by division and cycle — recent notifications include BHEL Haridwar Trade Apprentice (187 posts) and BHEL Jhansi Apprentice (47 posts), with similar cycles across Bhopal, Trichy, and Hyderabad units
Education
10th pass + ITI (NCVT) in relevant trade for Trade Apprentice; Diploma/B.E./B.Tech for Technician/Graduate Apprentice and Engineer Trainee
Age Limit
As per the Apprentices Act, 1961 — typically 14–28 years, relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD
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Opening Timeline

BHEL Haridwar Trade Apprentice 2026Applications 02–15 Jul 2026 (division-specific — check hwr.bhel.com)
Other Division CyclesReleased periodically across Bhopal, Trichy, Jhansi, Hyderabad — check careers.bhel.in

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification10th pass + ITI (NCVT) in relevant trade for Trade Apprentice; Diploma/B.E./B.Tech for Technician/Graduate Apprentice and Engineer Trainee
Age LimitAs per the Apprentices Act, 1961 — typically 14–28 years, relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD
NationalityIndian citizen

Exam Pattern

Trade ApprenticeMerit-based selection on ITI marks — no written exam at most divisions
Engineer TraineeGATE score based / written exam + interview depending on cycle

Syllabus

Trade Apprentice (Merit-based)

  • ITI Final Year Marks
  • NCVT Trade Certificate
  • Document Verification

Engineer Trainee (where applicable)

  • Core Engineering Subject (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics)
  • General Aptitude
  • GATE Score (for GATE-based recruitment)

Frequently Asked Questions — BHEL

How do I apply for BHEL apprenticeship 2026?+

BHEL apprenticeships are notified division-by-division (Haridwar, Bhopal, Trichy, Jhansi, Hyderabad). Applications are usually submitted through the respective division's recruitment page (e.g. hwr.bhel.com for Haridwar) or the central NAPS/NATS government apprenticeship portal. Check careers.bhel.in for the latest active division notifications.

What is the eligibility for BHEL Trade Apprentice?+

Candidates need 10th pass along with an ITI (NCVT-recognised) certificate in the relevant trade such as Fitter, Machinist, Turner, Welder, or Electrician.

What is the BHEL apprentice stipend/salary?+

BHEL Trade Apprentices receive a stipend as per the Apprentices Act, 1961, generally in the range of Rs. 7,000–9,000 per month depending on the trade and division, in line with government-notified apprentice stipend rates.

Is BHEL apprenticeship a permanent government job?+

No. Apprenticeship is a fixed-term training program (typically 1 year) under the Apprentices Act and does not guarantee permanent employment. However, it provides valuable hands-on manufacturing experience and is a strong resume addition for further PSU/private sector opportunities.

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