BEL Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026: Golden PSU Training Opportunity (Walk-In | 99 Vacancies)
This article provides official government job recruitment details including vacancies, eligibility, application process, important dates, and selection process.
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High-Stipend Apprenticeship in Defence PSU | Graduate, Diploma & ITI | Walk-In Selection
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a prestigious Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, has released the official notification for BEL Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026 at its Chennai (Nandambakkam) Unit.
This recruitment drive offers Graduate, Diploma, Non-Engineering, and ITI candidates a rare chance to receive paid apprenticeship training in a defence PSU environment, along with future career pathways such as Trainee Engineer engagement and advanced training programs.
If you passed your qualification between 2021 and 2025, this is one of the best apprenticeship opportunities in 2026 with a stipend of up to ₹17,500 per month.
BEL Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
- Organization: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
- Unit: Chennai (Nandambakkam)
- Post Type: Apprentice Trainee
- Total Vacancies: 99 Posts
- Training Duration: 1 Year
- Stipend: ₹11,040 to ₹17,500/month
- Selection Mode: Walk-In
- Scheme: NATS / Apprentices Act
- Job Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Eligible Batch: 2021–2025
- Walk-In Dates: 05, 06 & 07 Feb 2026
Total Vacancies
99 Apprenticeship Training Places
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BEL Chennai Apprenticeship Walk-In Notification 2026
Short Description – BEL Apprenticeship Vacancy 2026
BEL Chennai is engaging Graduate Apprentices, Diploma Apprentices, Optional Apprentices (B.Com/BBA/BBM), and ITI Apprentices for one-year paid training under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) and Apprentices Act, 1961.
Candidates selected through the walk-in process will gain hands-on experience in a defence electronics PSU, making this apprenticeship extremely valuable for future roles in both the public sector and private sector jobs.
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a prestigious Navaratna Defence PSU under the Ministry of Defence has invited applications for engagement of BEL Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026. Detailed eligibility, terms of reference, and application instructions are available in the BEL Apprentices Notification (PDF) Merged .
Important Dates & Application Fee – BEL Apprentice 2026
📌 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | January 2026 |
| Application Begins | Ongoing |
| Walk-In Date (Diploma & B.Com) | 05 Feb 2026 |
| Walk-In Date (B.E/B.Tech – Mech & Civil) | 06 Feb 2026 |
| Walk-In Date (ECE/EEE/CSE) | 07 Feb 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 09:30 AM |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | Nil |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Not Applicable |
Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale & Qualification Details
📋 Category-wise Vacancy Details
🔹 Category-I: Graduate Apprentices (64 Posts)
| Discipline | Vacancies | Monthly Stipend |
| Electronics & Communication | 29 | ₹17,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 25 | ₹17,500 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 05 | ₹17,500 |
| Computer Science | 03 | ₹17,500 |
| Civil Engineering | 02 | ₹17,500 |
🔹 Category-II: Diploma Apprentices (10 Posts)
| Discipline | Vacancies | Monthly Stipend |
| ECE | 05 | ₹12,500 |
| Mechanical | 05 | ₹12,500 |
🔹 Category-III: Optional Apprentices (10 Posts)
| Qualification | Vacancies | Stipend |
| B.Com / BBA / BBM | 10 | ₹12,500 |
🔹 ITI Apprentices (15 Posts)
| Trade | Vacancies | Stipend |
| Electronics Mechanic | 06 | ₹11,040 |
| Fitter | 06 | ₹11,040 |
| Electrician | 03 | ₹11,040 |
📌 Note
• Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Graduate/Diploma/Optional: Max 25 Years
- ITI: Max 21 Years
• Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 Years
- OBC – 3 Years
- PwBD – 10 Years
• Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation
01 January 2026
How to Apply – BEL Apprenticeship Walk-In 2026
Application Procedure for BEL Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026
- Register on the NATS Portal (for Graduate/Diploma)
- Register on Apprenticeship India Portal (for ITI)
- Complete profile 100% with Aadhaar authentication
- Download registration proof
- Attend the walk-in on the allotted date with documents
- Reporting time: 09:30 AM (strict)
📍 Venue:
Bharat Electronics Limited
Nandambakkam, Chennai – 600089
Documents Required for BEL Apprenticeship Walk-In
- SSLC / 10th Marksheet
- 12th Marksheet
- Degree/Diploma Certificate
- All Semester Marksheets
- Aadhaar Card
- NATS/NAPS Registration Proof
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS / OBC-NCL Certificate (latest)
- CGPA Conversion Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-Size Photograph
Selection Process – BEL Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026
- Merit-Based Shortlisting (Marks in qualification)
- No Written Exam/Interview for apprenticeship
- Reservation as per Govt. norms
- Selected list published on the BEL website
- Intimation via Email
Important Instructions
- Only Southern Region candidates are eligible
- Candidates with more than 1 year of private experience are not eligible
- Higher qualification holders are not eligible
- No TA/DA will be paid
- No hostel accommodation
- Mobile phones are strictly prohibited
- Suppression of facts leads to disqualification
- Apprenticeship duration is ONE YEAR only
Why This Job is Perfect For You
This BEL Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026 is ideal for:
- Fresh engineers seeking PSU exposure
- Diploma holders wanting industry training
- Commerce graduates aiming for PSU experience
- ITI candidates seeking defence PSU skills
- Candidates planning Trainee Engineer roles
- Students preparing for future PSU jobs
- Job seekers wanting certified NATS training
FAQs:
Q1. What is the stipend for the BEL Apprenticeship 2026?
👉 Stipend ranges from ₹11,040 to ₹17,500 per month depending on category.
Q2. Is there any exam for the BEL Apprentice selection?
👉 No, selection is purely based on merit in qualification.
Q3. Who is eligible to apply for the BEL Apprenticeship 2026?
👉 Candidates passed between 2021–2025 from eligible disciplines and regions.
🔗 Important Links
- BEL Official Website
- NATS Registration
- Apprenticeship Portal
- Walk-In Venue – BEL Nandambakkam, Chennai
- Helpdesk – 044-22338135 / 142