Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, a Navratna Central Government Public Sector Undertaking, has released three separate circulars dated 14 August 2026 for engagement of 530 Apprentice Trainees for the year 2026-27 under the Board of Apprenticeship Training, Southern Region (BOAT-SR) – 90 Graduate Apprentices, 60 Technician Apprentices and 380 Trade Apprentices. These are one-year training engagements under the Apprentices Act. Monthly stipend is Rs. 12,300 for Graduate, Rs. 10,900 for Technician and Rs. 10,560 to Rs. 11,040 for Trade Apprentices, with subsidised food and hostel facilities. The online application portal is open from 14 August 2026 at 15:00 hrs and closes on 12 September 2026 at 23:45 hrs at trichy.bhel.com. Selection is based entirely on qualifying exam marks merit – no written test, no interview. Preference is given to candidates from Tamil Nadu institutions at all three levels. No application fee is charged. BHEL has no obligation to offer employment after training.
Important Note: Three things every eligible candidate must register for before applying at trichy.bhel.com. First, Graduate and Technician Apprentice candidates must first register on the NATS 2.0 portal (nats.education.gov.in) and obtain their 12 or 16-digit Student Enrolment Number – this is mandatory before accessing the BHEL Trichy application form. Second, Trade Apprentice candidates must register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and complete mandatory Aadhaar e-KYC verification – your name, date of birth and gender on NAPS must match your SSLC certificate exactly. Mismatches cause application rejection. Third, Postgraduate degree holders cannot apply for Graduate Apprentice posts – even if you hold a BE or BTech plus a postgraduate degree, your PG disqualifies you under the NATS process manual. This rule also covers integrated PG courses. Apply only for the Diploma-level Technician Apprentice if you wish to requalify.
BHEL Trichy Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
| Category | Navratna Central Government PSU |
| Circular Date | 14 August 2026 (three separate circulars) |
| Posts | Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 530 (90 Graduate + 60 Technician + 380 Trade) |
| Training Duration | 1 year (12 months) |
| Training Location | BHEL Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
| Governing Acts | Apprentices (Amendment) Act, 1973 (Graduate and Technician); Apprentices Act, 1961 (Trade) |
| Qualification | Degree or Diploma or ITI (pass-out 2022 to 2026) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years as on 1 August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only – trichy.bhel.com |
| Portal Prerequisite | NATS 2.0 registration (Graduate and Technician); NAPS registration (Trade) |
| Application Fee | None |
| Stipend | Rs. 12,300 (Graduate), Rs. 10,900 (Technician), Rs. 10,560 to Rs. 11,040 (Trade) |
| Selection | Merit based on qualifying exam marks. No written test, no interview |
| Preference | Candidates from Tamil Nadu institutions |
| Post-Training Employment | Not guaranteed. BHEL has no obligation to offer employment |
| Application Opens | 14 August 2026, 15:00 hrs |
| Last Date | 12 September 2026, 23:45 hrs |
| Official Website | bhel.com and trichy.bhel.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Circular Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Application Portal Opens | 14 August 2026, 15:00 hrs |
| Last Date for Online Application | 12 September 2026, 23:45 hrs |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 August 2026 |
Vacancy Details
Graduate Apprentice – 90 Posts (Stipend Rs. 12,300 per month)
| Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 50 |
| Accountant (B.Com) | 13 |
| Assistant-HR (B.A) | 10 |
| Civil Engineering | 8 |
| Computer Science Engineering | 3 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 3 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 3 |
| Total | 90 |
Technician Apprentice – 60 Posts (Stipend Rs. 10,900 per month)
| Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 40 |
| Computer Engineering | 6 |
| Civil Engineering | 6 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 5 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 3 |
| Total | 60 |
Trade Apprentice – 380 Posts (Stipend Rs. 10,560 to Rs. 11,040 per month)
| Trade | Duration | Posts | Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 12 months | 125 | Rs. 11,040 |
| Welder | 12 months | 115 | Rs. 10,560 |
| COPA | 12 months | 45 | Rs. 10,560 |
| Electrician | 12 months | 30 | Rs. 11,040 |
| Turner | 12 months | 20 | Rs. 11,040 |
| Machinist | 12 months | 20 | Rs. 11,040 |
| Motor Mechanic | 12 months | 12 | Rs. 11,040 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 12 months | 7 | Rs. 11,040 |
| Mechanic R and AC | 12 months | 6 | Rs. 11,040 |
| Total | 380 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Qualification | Minimum Marks | Passing Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 10+2 and full-time Degree in the relevant discipline (BE or BTech for engineering; B.Com for Accountant; B.A for HR) from a recognised institution | 60% for UR, OBC-NCL and EWS; 50% for SC and ST | 2022 to 2026 |
| Technician Apprentice | High School pass and full-time 3-year Diploma in Engineering from a recognised institution | 60% for UR, OBC-NCL and EWS; 50% for SC and ST | 2022 to 2026 |
| Trade Apprentice | High School pass and full-time ITI from NCVT or SCVT recognised institute. Welder trade requires NCVT only | Not specified | 2022 to 2026 |
Disqualifying conditions (applicable to all):
- Distance learning, part-time, correspondence or sandwich courses are not considered
- Candidates already undergoing apprenticeship or who have completed apprenticeship elsewhere are not eligible
- Candidates with 1 year or more of post-qualification work experience are not eligible
- Graduate Apprentice: Postgraduate degree or integrated PG holders are not eligible
Tamil Nadu Preference: Priority goes to candidates who passed their qualifying exam from institutions in Tamil Nadu. Candidates from other states are considered only if Tamil Nadu candidates are unavailable for a notified branch.
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (Minimum) | 18 years |
| General (Maximum) | 27 years |
| SC and ST | Upper limit relaxed by 5 years (32 years) |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer | Upper limit relaxed by 3 years (30 years) |
| Physically Challenged (minimum 40% disability) | Upper limit relaxed by 10 years (37 years) |
Stipend and Facilities
| Category | Monthly Stipend | Additional Facilities |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 12,300 | Subsidised food and hostel |
| Technician Apprentice | Rs. 10,900 | Subsidised food and hostel |
| Trade Apprentice – Fitter, Electrician, Turner, Machinist, Instrument Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Mechanic R and AC | Rs. 11,040 | Subsidised food and hostel |
| Trade Apprentice – Welder, COPA | Rs. 10,560 | Subsidised food and hostel |
Application Fee
No application fee for any of the three categories.
Reservation
| Category | Percentage |
|---|---|
| SC | 19% |
| ST | 1% |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer | 27% |
| EWS | 10% |
| Physically Challenged | 4% |
Reservation for dependents of regular BHEL employees (serving, retired or deceased) is as per company rules. Post-wise or trade-wise numeric breakup is not specified in the notifications.
Selection Process
Selection is purely merit-based with no written test and no interview.
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Merit List | Prepared based on marks in the qualifying exam (Degree for Graduate; Diploma for Technician; ITI for Trade) |
| 2. Tie-breaking | Older candidate in age is preferred |
| 3. Physical Fitness | Selected candidates must meet minimum physical fitness standards under Clause 4, Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 |
| 4. Document Verification | Updates on eligible candidate lists and document verification published on trichy.bhel.com or via email |
No TA or DA is paid for document verification or for joining upon selection.
How to Apply for BHEL Trichy Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27
Step 1 – Register on the Government Portal (mandatory before applying)
- Graduate and Technician Apprentices: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal – Click Here – and obtain the 12 or 16-digit Student Enrolment Number.
- Trade Apprentices: Register on the NAPS portal – Click Here – and complete mandatory Aadhaar e-KYC verification. Ensure name, date of birth and gender on NAPS match the SSLC certificate exactly.
Step 2 – Apply on the BHEL Trichy Portal
- Visit the BHEL Trichy official website – Click Here
- Go to the Apprenticeship Application Portal (TRICHY) link.
- Register with your email and mobile number; verify via OTP and create a password.
- Log in, fill the application form, and upload all required documents.
- Enter your NATS Enrolment Number (Graduate or Technician) or NAPS Registration Number (Trade) in the appropriate field.
- Review all details before submitting. Applications received in any other mode are rejected.
- Submit and retain a copy of the completed application for Document Verification.
Important Instructions
- Tamil Nadu institution pass-outs are given priority. Candidates from other states are considered only if seats remain after Tamil Nadu candidates are exhausted.
- Graduate Apprentice applicants holding a PG degree or integrated PG are not eligible.
- Welder trade requires NCVT certification only. SCVT is not accepted for Welder.
- All qualifying courses must be full-time. Distance, part-time, correspondence and sandwich courses are not accepted.
- Candidates with 1 year or more of post-qualification experience are not eligible.
- BHEL has no obligation to offer employment after training; apprentices cannot claim any right to employment.
- All future communication (eligible lists, DV schedule) is through trichy.bhel.com and email. Keep email and mobile active.
- Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (BHEL Trichy Portal) | Click Here |
| Trade Apprentice Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Technician Apprentice Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Graduate Apprentice Notification PDF | Click Here |
| NATS 2.0 Portal (Graduate and Technician registration) | Click Here |
| NAPS Portal (Trade registration) | Click Here |
| BHEL Official Website | Click Here |
BHEL Trichy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is BHEL Trichy Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
✅ Three circulars dated 14 August 2026 from Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Tiruchirappalli for 530 apprenticeship training posts (90 Graduate + 60 Technician + 380 Trade) for the year 2026-27 under BOAT-SR, with a 1-year training duration at BHEL Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 12 September 2026 at 23:45 hrs at trichy.bhel.com. The portal opened on 14 August 2026 at 15:00 hrs.
Q3. What are the qualification and marks requirements?
✅ Graduate Apprentice: Full-time Degree (BE or BTech or B.Com or B.A) with 60% (UR, OBC, EWS) or 50% (SC and ST). Technician Apprentice: Full-time 3-year Diploma with 60% or 50% as above. Trade Apprentice: Full-time ITI (NCVT or SCVT; Welder must be NCVT only). Qualification must have been passed in 2022 to 2026.
Q4. Do I need to register on NATS or NAPS before applying?
✅ Yes, mandatory. Graduate and Technician candidates must register on nats.education.gov.in and get their Enrolment Number first. Trade candidates must register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and complete Aadhaar e-KYC with details matching the SSLC certificate.
Q5. Is there an application fee?
✅ No. There is no application fee for any of the three categories.
Q6. What is the stipend?
✅ Rs. 12,300 per month for Graduate Apprentice, Rs. 10,900 for Technician Apprentice and Rs. 10,560 or Rs. 11,040 for Trade Apprentices depending on trade. Subsidised food and hostel are also provided.
Q7. I completed my BE in 2021. Can I apply?
✅ No. Only candidates who passed their qualifying degree, diploma or ITI in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible. 2021 pass-outs are not eligible.
Q8. I am from Rajasthan. Can I apply?
✅ Yes, but candidates from outside Tamil Nadu are considered only if eligible Tamil Nadu candidates are not available for the specific branch or trade after the Tamil Nadu preference pool is exhausted. Your chances are lower than Tamil Nadu candidates.
Q9. I hold a BE plus ME. Can I apply for Graduate Apprentice?
✅ No. Candidates holding a postgraduate qualification (including integrated PG courses) are not eligible for Graduate Apprentice under the NATS process manual.
Q10. What is the selection process?
✅ Pure merit based on marks in the qualifying exam (Degree or Diploma or ITI). In case of a tie, the older candidate is preferred. There is no written test and no interview.
Disclaimer
The information above relates to three circulars dated 14 August 2026 issued by Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Tiruchirappalli for 530 apprenticeship training posts (Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice and Trade Apprentice) for the year 2026-27 under the Board of Apprenticeship Training, Southern Region (BOAT-SR), as published on the official BHEL Trichy website trichy.bhel.com. Vacancy numbers are tentative and may change. Preference is given to candidates from Tamil Nadu institutions. Postgraduate holders cannot apply for Graduate Apprentice. Welder trade requires NCVT only. BHEL has no obligation to offer employment after training. All updates are published only on trichy.bhel.com. All links above lead only to the official BHEL website, BHEL Trichy website, NATS Government portal and NAPS Government portal.
