Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Tiruchirappalli has released a recruitment notification for 530 Apprentice vacancies for the training year 2026-27. The vacancies are available under Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice and Graduate Apprentice categories.
BHEL has issued three separate circulars dated 14 August 2026. The recruitment is particularly useful for ITI pass-outs, Diploma holders and engineering/graduate candidates looking for apprenticeship training in a major Central Public Sector Undertaking.
The online application process started on 14 August 2026 at 3:00 PM and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 12 September 2026 at 11:45 PM. There is no application fee for these apprentice positions.
BHEL Trichy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) |
| Unit | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
| Recruitment | Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 |
| Post Names | Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 530 |
| Trade Apprentice | 380 |
| Technician Apprentice | 60 |
| Graduate Apprentice | 90 |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Job/Training Location | BHEL Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
| Notification Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Official Website | BHEL |
BHEL Trichy Vacancy Details
BHEL has announced 530 tentative apprentice training positions across three categories.
Trade Apprentice: 380 Posts
The Trade Apprentice vacancies are intended for candidates who have completed the relevant ITI trade. Vacancies include trades such as:
- Fitter
- Welder
- Electrician
- Machinist
- Other relevant designated trades
The exact trade-wise distribution should be checked in the official Trade Apprentice circular before applying.
Technician Apprentice: 60 Posts
There are 60 Technician Apprentice positions for eligible candidates holding a relevant Diploma in Engineering/Technology.
Graduate Apprentice: 90 Posts
The Graduate Apprentice category has 90 vacancies, including disciplines such as:
| S. No. | Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mechanical Engineering | 50 |
| 2 | Civil Engineering | 8 |
| 3 | Computer Science Engineering | 3 |
| 4 | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 3 |
| 5 | Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 3 |
| 6 | Accountant | 13 |
| 7 | Assistant-HR | 10 |
| Total | 90 | |
Technician Apprentice – 60 Posts
| S. No. | Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mechanical Engineering | 40 |
| 2 | Computer Engineering | 6 |
| 3 | Civil Engineering | 6 |
| 4 | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 3 |
| 5 | Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 5 |
| Total | 60 | |
Trade Apprentice – 380 Posts
| S. No. | Trade | Duration (Months) | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fitter | 12 | 125 |
| 2 | Welder | 12 | 115 |
| 3 | Electrician | 12 | 30 |
| 4 | Turner | 12 | 20 |
| 5 | Machinist | 12 | 20 |
| 6 | Instrument Mechanic | 12 | 7 |
| 7 | Motor Mechanic | 12 | 12 |
| 8 | Mechanic R & AC | 12 | 6 |
| 9 | COPA | 12 | 45 |
| Total | 380 | ||
Educational Qualification
The required qualification depends upon the apprentice category.
Trade Apprentice
Candidates should have passed 10th/SSLC and possess the relevant ITI qualification from NCVT/SCVT in the applicable trade.
Technician Apprentice
Candidates should possess a relevant full-time Diploma in Engineering/Technology from a recognised institution.
Graduate Apprentice
Candidates should possess the relevant full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology or other prescribed graduate disciplines.
The recruitment is intended for recent pass-outs, with the eligibility information indicating candidates who completed the relevant qualification during 2022 to 2026 may apply, subject to the conditions in the respective circular.
Age Limit
The candidate’s age should generally be between:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 27 years
The age is calculated as on 1 August 2026. Relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved categories according to the applicable government rules.
BHEL Trichy Apprentice Stipend
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend during the one-year apprenticeship training.
| Category | Stipend per Month (Consolidated) |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹12,300 |
| Technician Apprentice | ₹10,900 |
| Trade Apprentice – Fitter, Electrician, Turner, Machinist, Instrument Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Mechanic R&AC | ₹11,040 |
| Trade Apprentice – Welder, COPA | ₹10,560 |
In addition to the stipend, subsidized food and hostel facilities are available across all three categories.
The exact Trade Apprentice stipend varies according to the trade. This is a training stipend, not a regular employee salary.
Training Duration
The apprenticeship training will be for one year (12 months).
Candidates should also note that completing apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment with BHEL. Apprenticeship is intended to provide practical industry training and experience.
Selection Process
There is no separate written examination or interview for these apprentice positions.
Selection will be made through a merit list based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination:
- Trade Apprentice: ITI marks
- Technician Apprentice: Diploma marks
- Graduate Apprentice: Degree marks
In case of a tie between candidates, the prescribed tie-breaking criteria will be applied.
Therefore, candidates with higher qualifying-examination marks are likely to have a better chance of appearing in the selection list.
Application Fee
There is no application fee.
Eligible candidates can apply for the BHEL Trichy Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 without paying an application fee.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification/Circular Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 14 August 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Online Application Last Date | 12 September 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
How to Apply for BHEL Trichy Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The application process involves registration on the relevant government apprenticeship portal followed by submission of the application through the BHEL Trichy portal.
For Graduate and Technician Apprentices
- Register on the NATS 2.0 apprenticeship portal.
- Obtain your apprenticeship registration/enrolment details.
- Visit the BHEL Trichy apprenticeship application portal.
- Complete the registration/application form.
- Enter your educational and personal details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Verify all information carefully.
- Submit the application before 12 September 2026, 11:45 PM.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
BHEL’s apprenticeship instructions require candidates to register on the applicable government apprenticeship portal before submitting the BHEL application.
For Trade Apprentices
Trade Apprentice candidates should complete registration on the Apprenticeship India/NAPS portal and then complete the BHEL Trichy application as instructed in the Trade Apprentice notification.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep scanned copies of the relevant documents ready, including:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- 10th/SSLC certificate or mark sheet
- ITI certificate/mark sheets, where applicable
- Diploma certificate/mark sheets, where applicable
- Degree certificate/mark sheets, where applicable
- Community certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Apprenticeship registration/enrolment details
- Other documents specified in the respective notification
BHEL’s application instructions specifically require documents such as photograph, signature, 10th/SSLC mark sheet and prescribed qualification mark sheets to be uploaded.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| BHEL Official Website | BHEL Official Website |
| BHEL Trichy Portal | BHEL Trichy |
| BHEL Trichy Apprentice Application | Apply Online |
| NATS Registration | NATS 2.0 Portal |
| Apprenticeship India | Apprenticeship India Portal |
| Graduate Apprentice Notification | BHEL Graduate Apprentice Notification PDF |
| Technician Apprentice Notification | BHEL Technician Apprentice Notification PDF |
| NATS 2.0 Registration (Graduate/Technician Apprentice) | NATS |
| RDSDE (NAPS) Registration (Trade Apprentice) | NAPS |
The official BHEL documents confirm that candidates must use the prescribed apprenticeship registration process and then apply through the BHEL Trichy apprenticeship portal.
BHEL Trichy Apprentice Advertisement Number
BHEL has issued three separate circulars rather than one consolidated advertisement number:
- Trade Apprentice: TP:HR:R:AA113
- Technician Apprentice: TP:HR:R:TA 2026-27
- Graduate Apprentice: TP:HR:R:GA 2026-27
All three circulars are dated 14 August 2026.
Important Note
Candidates should carefully check the separate notification applicable to their category because the eligibility conditions, registration portal and trade/discipline requirements differ between Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentices.
Also, BHEL describes these as tentative apprenticeship vacancies, meaning the number may be subject to change according to the company’s requirements.
Some Important Useful Links
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| Official Website | Click Here |