BHEL Trichy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - 530 Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts

Qualification: Varies by category - Degree in relevant discipline (Graduate Apprentice), Diploma in Engineering (Technician Apprentice), ITI pass from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute (Trade Apprentice)

Graduate Apprentice: 10+2 with full-time graduation in the relevant discipline (Engineering/Technology, B.Com for Accountant, B.A for Assistant-HR) from a Government recognized institution, with 60% marks for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and 50% for SC/ST candidates. Postgraduate qualification holders (including integrated PG courses) are not eligible. Technician Apprentice: High School pass with full-time Diploma in Engineering from a Government recognized institute, completed within the last 5 years, with 60% marks for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and 50% for SC/ST candidates. Trade Apprentice: High School pass with full-time ITI pass from an NCVT/SCVT recognized institute (NCVT only for Welder trade). Marks requirement not specified in the notification. Common conditions: Only candidates who completed their qualifying course in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible. Qualifications obtained via Distance Learning, Part-Time, Correspondence, or Sandwich courses are not considered. Candidates already undergoing or having completed apprenticeship elsewhere, or with one year or more of work experience, are not eligible.

18 to 27 years as on 1 August 2026 (General category), with relaxation for reserved categories

• NATS 2.0 / RDSDE (NAPS) enrolment or registration number
• Educational qualification certificates (Degree/Diploma/ITI mark sheets)
• SSLC certificate (for Aadhaar/e-KYC name, DOB and gender matching)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD, if applicable)
• Aadhaar card
• Passport-size photograph and signature
• Any other document as specified in the application form

1. 1Merit list preparation based on marks secured in the qualifying examination (Degree/Diploma/ITI)
2. 2Tie-breaking in favour of the older candidate in case of equal marks
3. 3Verification of physical fitness standards under Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992
4. 4Document verification of shortlisted candidates
5. 5Final engagement as apprentice upon successful verification

For Graduate and Technician Apprentice: Register on the MHRD NATS 2.0 portal at nats.education.gov.in and note the Student Enrolment Number. Visit the BHEL Trichy portal at trichy.bhel.com and open the Apprenticeship Application Portal (TRICHY) link. Register using the NATS enrolment number, verify via OTP, and create a password. Log in, complete the application form, and upload all required documents. Submit the form and save a copy for future reference and document verification. For Trade Apprentice: Register on the RDSDE (NAPS) portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and note the registration number. Complete Aadhaar verification and e-KYC, ensuring details match the SSLC certificate. Visit trichy.bhel.com and apply using the RDSDE (NAPS) registration number. Register on the BHEL portal, verify via OTP, create a password, and log in. Fill the application form, upload documents, and submit; retain a copy for verification.

Introduction Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Tiruchirappalli has released three separate circulars, all dated 14 August 2026, inviting online applications for engagement of apprentices for the year 2026-27. The recruitment spans three categories — Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, and Trade Apprentice — conducted under the Board of Apprenticeship Training, Southern Region (BOAT-SR), and offers a total of 530 one-year apprenticeship training positions at BHEL's Tiruchirappalli unit in Tamil Nadu. Vacancy Overview The 530 posts are distributed across three categories. Graduate Apprentice offers 90 posts covering Mechanical Engineering (50), Civil Engineering (8), Computer Science Engineering (3), Electronics & Communication Engineering (3), Electrical & Electronics Engineering (3), Accountant (13), and Assistant-HR (10). Technician Apprentice offers 60 posts across Mechanical Engineering (40), Computer Engineering (6), Civil Engineering (6), Electronics & Communication Engineering (3), and Electrical & Electronics Engineering (5). Trade Apprentice, the largest category with 380 posts, covers Fitter (125), Welder (115), Electrician (30), Turner (20), Machinist (20), Instrument Mechanic (7), Motor Mechanic (12), Mechanic R&AC (6), and COPA (45). Eligibility Eligibility requirements differ by category. Graduate Apprentice candidates need a full-time degree in the relevant discipline from a Government recognized institution, with 60% marks required for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and 50% for SC/ST candidates; postgraduate degree holders are excluded. Technician Apprentice candidates require a full-time Diploma in Engineering completed within the last five years, under the same marks criteria. Trade Apprentice candidates need a High School pass along with an ITI qualification from an NCVT/SCVT recognized institute, with NCVT mandatory for the Welder trade specifically. Across all categories, only 2022-2026 pass-outs are eligible, and distance, part-time, correspondence, or sandwich course qualifications are not accepted. Age Limit The age limit is uniform across all three categories: a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 27 years as on 1 August 2026 for General category candidates. Age relaxation is available as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates, and 10 years for Physically Challenged candidates with at least 40% disability. Salary Selected apprentices will receive a consolidated monthly stipend: ₹12,300 for Graduate Apprentices, ₹10,900 for Technician Apprentices, and between ₹10,560 and ₹11,040 for Trade Apprentices depending on the trade. Subsidized food and hostel facilities are also provided across all three categories during the training period. Selection Process Selection is purely merit-based, with no written examination involved. A merit list is prepared using marks secured in the candidate's qualifying Degree, Diploma, or ITI examination, as applicable. In case of a tie, preference is given to the older candidate. Selected candidates must also satisfy minimum physical fitness standards under the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, before being engaged for training. Application Process Graduate and Technician Apprentice candidates must first register on the MHRD NATS 2.0 portal to obtain their Student Enrolment Number, then apply through the BHEL Trichy portal at trichy.bhel.com using that number. Trade Apprentice candidates must register on the RDSDE (NAPS) portal, complete Aadhaar-based e-KYC verification, and then apply through the same BHEL Trichy portal using their RDSDE registration number. In both cases, candidates must register on the BHEL portal, verify via OTP, fill the application form, upload required documents, and submit before the deadline. Important Dates All three circulars were issued on 14 August 2026. The online application process began the same day at 15:00 Hrs and will close on 12 September 2026 at 23:45 Hrs, giving candidates nearly four weeks to complete and submit their applications. Conclusion BHEL Trichy Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 presents a substantial opportunity for degree, diploma, and ITI-qualified candidates to gain structured, one-year industrial training at a leading public sector enterprise, backed by a monthly stipend and subsidized living facilities. With 530 vacancies across diverse engineering and non-engineering disciplines, eligible candidates are encouraged to complete the required portal registrations and submit their applications well before the 12 September 2026 deadline.