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Vacancy Details
- Artisan Grade-IV: 660 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10 + NTC/ITI + NAC in the respective trade- UR: 285
- EWS: 66
- OBC: 162
- SC: 114
- ST: 33
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 56 years
Application Fees
- UR/EWS/OBC: ₹1072
- SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen: ₹472
Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination: Candidates appear for a Computer Based Examination (CBE) of 120 objective questions for 120 marks; duration 90 minutes. Minimum qualifying marks are 40% for UR/EWS and 30% for OBC/SC/ST; PwBD and Ex-servicemen may have further relaxations under specified conditions.
- Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted from the CBE will undergo document verification to confirm eligibility, certificates and supporting documents as per the notification.
- Qualifying Skill Test: Shortlisted candidates (typically in the ratio 1:3 against vacancies, up to 5 for a single vacancy) must qualify a Skill Test relevant to the trade. The Skill Test is qualifying in nature.
- Final Merit List: Final merit is prepared based on CBE marks among candidates who are found eligible in document verification and who qualify the Skill Test.
How to Apply
- Visit the official BHEL Careers website at https://careers.bhel.in.
- Find ‘Artisan Recruitment 2027 – Advertisement No. 01/2026’.
- Read the detailed recruitment advertisement and examination instructions.
- Check the unit-wise and trade-wise vacancies, qualification requirements and age conditions.
- Select one manufacturing unit and one trade only.
- Follow the online registration and application instructions on the recruitment portal.
- Enter personal, qualification, category and contact information accurately.
- Upload required supporting documents as per portal requirements.
- Pay the applicable examination and processing fees using the prescribed online payment facility.
- Ensure both application submission and fee transaction are successful.
- Retain the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference; only the last submitted application will be considered if multiple are submitted.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date:
- Last Date to Apply Online:
- Qualification and Age Cut-off Date:
- Tentative Computer Based Examination Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum eligibility and qualification requirements?
Candidates must have Class 10 (Matriculation), a National Trade Certificate (NTC/ITI) and a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade. Only full-time regular courses are accepted and the qualification cut-off date is 01-10-2026; minimum marks required are 60% for General/OBC and 55% for SC/ST in both NTC/ITI and NAC.
How do I apply for the BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2027?
Apply online at the BHEL Careers portal (https://careers.bhel.in) by locating ‘Artisan Recruitment 2027 – Advertisement No. 01/2026’ and following the online registration and application instructions. Upload required documents, pay the prescribed fees and ensure the application and fee transaction are successful.
What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?
The last date to apply online is 18-11-2026. The online application window opens on 21-10-2026.
What is the selection process for the Artisan Grade-IV posts?
Selection includes a Computer Based Examination (CBE), followed by document verification and a qualifying Skill Test. Final merit is based on CBE marks among candidates who clear document verification and the Skill Test.
What salary and pay scale are offered for selected candidates?
Selected candidates receive consolidated wages of Rs. 24,000 per month during the one-year temporary period. After successful completion and regularization, pay scale is Rs. 29,500 – 65,000 with applicable allowances as per company rules.
