
BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 515 Grade-IV Posts
1. Description – BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2025
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), a Maharatna PSU, has released the detailed notification (Advt. No. 04/2025) for the recruitment of Artisan Grade-IV posts across its manufacturing units. A total of 515 vacancies are available across various trades such as Fitter, Welder, Machinist, Electrician, Turner, Foundryman, and Electronics Mechanic.
The online application window will remain open from 16 July 2025 to 12 August 2025. Selection will be through a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a Skill Test and Document Verification. Selected candidates will initially be appointed as Temporary Employees for 1 year and later regularized with a pay scale of Rs. 29,500 – 65,000.
2. Key Highlights – BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2025
Organization | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) |
Official Website | www.bhel.com |
Advertisement No | 04/2025 |
Post Name | Artisan (Grade-IV) |
Total Vacancies | 515 Posts |
Trades Available | Fitter – 344 Posts | Welder – 171 Posts |
Educational Qualification | Class 10th + ITI/NTC + NAC in relevant trade (60% Gen/OBC, 55% SC/ST) |
Application Fee | ₹1072 (UR/OBC/EWS), ₹472 (SC/ST/PwD/ExSM) |
Mode of Application | Online |
Selection Process | CBT → Skill Test & Document Verification |
Application Start Date | 16 July 2025 (10:00 AM) |
Last Date to Apply | 12 August 2025 (11:45 PM) |
3. Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Class X + ITI/NTC + NAC in relevant trade from a recognized institute
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Minimum Marks:
- General/OBC: 60%
- SC/ST: 55%
- Desirable: Knowledge of regional language depending on the state of posting.
- UR / EWS: 27 years
- OBC (NCL): 30 years
- SC / ST: 32 years
- PWD: Additional 10 / 13 / 15 years relaxation as per category
- Work Experience: Up to 7 years relaxation based on valid experience format
Age Limit & Relaxation (as on 01 July 2025)
4. Application Fee
- UR / OBC / EWS: Exam Fee: ₹600 | Processing Fee + GST: ₹472 Total: ₹1072
- SC / ST / PWD / ExSM: Exam Fee: NIL | Processing Fee + GST: ₹472 | Total: ₹472
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking)
- Note: Bank charges may apply separately.
5. Important Dates – BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2025
Short Notification Release | 10 July 2025 |
Official Notification Release | 12 July 2025 |
Online Application Start Date | 16 July 2025 (10:00 AM) |
Online Application Last Date | 12 August 2025 (11:45 PM) |
CBT Exam Date | Mid-September 2025 (Tentative) |
Admit Card Release | 1 week before exam |
6. How to Apply Online – BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official BHEL careers portal: https://careers.bhel.in
- Click on the relevant Artisan Grade-IV recruitment link.
- Register with basic details and verify through OTP/email.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference.
7. Required Documents to Apply – BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2025
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Passport-size Colour Photograph
Format:
.jpeg / .jpg
, Size:10 KB – 100 KB
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Signature
Format:
.jpeg / .jpg
, Size:10 KB – 50 KB
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Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
Format:
.pdf
, Size:up to 500 KB
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ITI Trade Certificate (Fitter/Welder)
Format:
.pdf
, Size:up to 500 KB
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Category Certificate (if applicable)
Format:
.pdf
, Size:up to 500 KB
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PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Format:
.pdf
, Size:up to 500 KB
8. Salary & Pay Scale – BHEL Artisan Grade-IV
Selected candidates for the Artisan (Grade-IV) posts at BHEL will receive a monthly salary in the pay scale of:
- Pay Scale: ₹29,500 – ₹65,000 (as per BHEL norms)
- This includes basic pay along with admissible allowances such as DA, HRA, and other benefits as per company rules.
- Candidates will be governed by the BHEL wage agreement applicable to their respective units. The pay scale and other allowances will be detailed in the full notification.
9. Selection Process
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Stage I: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Trade-wise MCQ exam (100 marks)
- Cutoffs: UR/EWS – 30 marks | OBC/SC/ST – 22.5 marks
- Top candidates in 1:5 ratio shortlisted -
Stage II: Skill Test & Document Verification
- Qualifying nature only
- Final merit list based on CBT marks only - Direct Skill Test: For BEST/RUNNER-UP Apprentice at National Skill Competition
10. Vacancy Details – BHEL Artisan Grade-IV Recruitment 2025
Trade/Discipline | No. of Posts |
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Fitter | 176 |
Welder | 97 |
Turner | 51 |
Electrician | 65 |
Machinist | 104 |
Foundryman | 04 |
Electronics Mechanic | 18 |
Total | 515 |
The full notification will likely provide a more detailed breakdown, including reservations (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) and possibly other trades if applicable.
11. Helpdesk / Support
- Email: bhelartisans2025@bhel.in (official email not mentioned; placeholder until confirmed)
- Keep Registration ID & Trade details ready while sending queries.
Important Links
Official Website | Click here |
Newspaper Advertisement (English) | Click here |
Newspaper Advertisement (Hindi) | Click here |
Official Notification | Click here |
Apply Online link will activated soon | Click here |
COMPASSIONATE CONSIDERATION | Click here |
BHEL Medical Examination Rules | Click here |
Experience Certification Performa(For Age Relaxation) | Click here |
BHEL Exam Pattern | Click here |
BHEL Artisan Syllabus | Click here |
FAQ's | Click here |
Career Page | Click here |
Good luck to all the candidates! Remember to stay calm, confident, and focused as you head into your examination.