BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 – 660 Posts, Online Form Open
📌 Overview
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 is open. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited has invited online applications for 660 Artisan Grade-IV posts across its manufacturing units under Advertisement No. 01/2026. The application window runs from 21-10-2026 to 18-11-2026 on careers.bhel.in. Candidates holding a Class 10 certificate with ITI and apprenticeship training in trades such as Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic and Foundryman can apply.
📌 Overview
| Organization | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) |
| Post Name | Artisan Grade-IV |
| Advertisement Number | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 660 |
| Pay Scale | ₹29,500 – ₹65,000 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | careers.bhel.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Released | 13-10-2026 |
| Detailed Notification Released | 17-10-2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 21-10-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18-11-2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 18-11-2026 |
| CBT Exam (Tentative) | 11-12-2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details (Trade-wise)
| Fitter | 278 |
| Welder | 104 |
| Turner | 52 |
| Machinist | 101 |
| Electrician | 90 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 23 |
| Foundryman | 12 |
| Total | 660 posts |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Class 10th pass from a recognized board, along with a National Trade Certificate (ITI) and National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade. Candidates need at least 60% marks (General/OBC) or 55% marks (SC/ST). Trade-specific conditions are given in Advt No. 01/2026.
🎯 Age Limit
| Maximum Age | 27 years as on 01-10-2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per BHEL Artisan recruitment rules (Advt No. 01/2026) |
💸 Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1072 (including ₹400 + GST processing fee) |
| SC / ST / PH / Ex-Servicemen | ₹472 (including ₹400 + GST processing fee) |
| Payment Mode | Debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI |
🧾 Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) — tentatively on 11-12-2026
- Document Verification
📥 How to Apply
- Go to the BHEL careers portal: careers.bhel.in and open the Artisan Recruitment 2026 (Advt 01/2026) link.
- Read the detailed notification and check your trade-wise eligibility.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then fill the application form.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature, ITI/NAC certificates and other documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the fee online and submit the form on or before 18-11-2026; save the acknowledgement for future reference.
🏢 About Organization
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, established in 1964, is India's leading public sector engineering and manufacturing company, operating across power, defence, transportation and renewable energy sectors with manufacturing units spread across India.
🔗 Important Links
| BHEL Careers Portal | careers.bhel.in |
| BHEL Official Website | www.bhel.com |
| Advt 01/2026 Notification PDF | Available on the BHEL careers portal |
❓ FAQs
When did the BHEL Artisan 2026 online application start?
The online application for BHEL Artisan Grade-IV Recruitment 2026 (Advt 01/2026) opened on 21-10-2026 at careers.bhel.in.
What is the last date to apply for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online form and pay the fee is 18-11-2026.
How many vacancies are there in BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
There are 660 Artisan Grade-IV posts across 7 trades — Fitter (278), Welder (104), Turner (52), Machinist (101), Electrician (90), Electronics Mechanic (23) and Foundryman (12).
What is the eligibility for BHEL Artisan Grade-IV posts?
Class 10 pass with an ITI certificate (NTC) and National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade; 60% marks for General/OBC candidates and 55% for SC/ST candidates.
What is the application fee for BHEL Artisan 2026?
General, OBC and EWS candidates pay ₹1072 while SC, ST, PH and ex-servicemen candidates pay ₹472, including the processing fee of ₹400 plus GST.
What is the age limit for BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age is 27 years as on 01-10-2026, with relaxation as per BHEL recruitment rules.
When is the BHEL Artisan CBT exam 2026?
The Computer-Based Test is tentatively scheduled for 11-12-2026.
What is the pay scale for BHEL Artisan Grade-IV?
Selected candidates are placed in the pay scale of ₹29,500 – ₹65,000.