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BHEL Artisan Grade-IV Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 660 Vacancies

Advt No: 01/2026 Notice ID: #78 Aspirant Bharat Verified Total Posts: 660 Posts Pay: Pay Scale Rs. 29,500 - 62,000/- per month plus Industrial DA and HRA
Important Dates & Deadlines
  • Application Start Date: 2026-10-18
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 2026-11-18
  • Last Date for Fee Payment: 2026-11-18
  • Examination / CBT Schedule: Computer Based Test (CBT) in December 2026
  • Admit Card Availability: Available 4 to 7 Days Before Exam
Application Fee & Payment Mode
General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 500/- | SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 100/- processing fee | Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card or UPI.
Payment Methods: Pay the Examination Fee through Online Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm). Fees once submitted are non-refundable.
Age Limit & Category Relaxation Criteria
Prescribed Age Benchmark: 18 to 27 Years as on October 01, 2026
  • Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years of age as on the crucial cut-off date.
  • Upper age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST candidates.
  • Upper age relaxation of 3 years is granted to OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates.
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive 10 years relaxation as per central guidelines.
Total Vacancy Details: 660 Posts Posts
Primary Educational Requirement: Matriculation (Class 10) plus National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) or ITI in relevant trade
Post Name Cadre / Group Vacancies Eligibility
Artisan (Fitter) Grade-IV 180 Class 10 + NTC/NAC in Fitter Trade
Artisan (Electrician) Grade-IV 160 Class 10 + NTC/NAC in Electrician Trade
Artisan (Welder) Grade-IV 140 Class 10 + NTC/NAC in Welder Trade
Artisan (Machinist) Grade-IV 100 Class 10 + NTC/NAC in Machinist Trade
Artisan (Turner) Grade-IV 80 Class 10 + NTC/NAC in Turner Trade
Detailed Educational Qualification & Eligibility Criteria
  • Matriculation (Class 10) pass from a recognized Board of Education.
  • Candidates must possess National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, or Turner trade from NCVT/SCVT.
  • Minimum aggregate marks in technical certificate must be 60% for General/OBC/EWS and 50% for SC/ST candidates.
  • Crucial Date for Qualification: All qualifying degrees, diplomas, marksheets, and registered certificates must have been officially passed and awarded on or before the application closing deadline (2026-11-18).
  • Recognition Standard: Degrees and certifications must be acquired from an institution or university officially recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), AICTE, NCTE, or respective statutory state/central councils.
Selection Process & Examination Pattern
  • Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of Technical Trade Knowledge (70 marks) and General Aptitude (30 marks).
  • Skill and Practical Trade Test of qualifying nature for shortlisted candidates.
  • Final merit list calculation strictly based on marks secured in the CBT.
  • Document verification and pre-employment medical examination at designated BHEL hospitals.
  • Negative Marking: For objective multiple-choice computer-based tests, standard negative marking rules apply (typically 1/3rd or 1/4th deduction for each incorrect answer).
  • Final Merit List: Prepared strictly on the basis of marks scored in competitive examination stages, subject to clearing the qualifying skill test and document verification.
How to Fill Online Application Form (Step-by-Step Guide)
  1. Visit the official BHEL careers portal at https://www.bhel.com.
  2. Click on the Artisan Grade-IV Recruitment 2026 notification link under Current Openings.
  3. Complete the candidate registration using an active email address and mobile number.
  4. Enter your educational records, ITI marks, and trade certification numbers accurately.
  5. Upload clear scanned copies of your recent passport photograph, signature, and category certificates.
  6. Pay the application processing fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
  7. Download and retain a printed copy of the final application submission form for future reference.
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