BEL Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026: Golden PSU Training Opportunity (Walk-In | 99 Vacancies)

High-Stipend Apprenticeship in Defence PSU | Graduate, Diploma & ITI | Walk-In Selection

BEL Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026 opens a powerful career gateway for fresh graduates, diploma holders, non-engineering candidates, and ITI pass-outs to train with a Navratna Defence PSU under the Ministry of Defence. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has announced paid apprenticeship openings at its Chennai (Nandambakkam) Unit.

This BEL Apprenticeship offers real defense-sector exposure, structured skill training, and future career pathways such as Trainee Engineer engagement and advanced certification programs. With a stipend of up to ₹17,500 per month and eligibility for candidates who passed between 2021 and 2025, this stands out as one of the most valuable apprenticeship opportunities of 2026.

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

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Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale & Qualification Details

📋 Category-wise Vacancy Details

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🔹 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

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🔹 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

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🔹 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

1. Register on the NATS Portal (for Graduate/Diploma)
2. Register on Apprenticeship India Portal (for ITI)
3. Complete profile 100% with Aadhaar authentication
4. Download registration proof
5. Attend the walk-in on the allotted date with documents
6. 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

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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

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FAQs:

🔗 Important Links

• BEL Official Website
• NATS Registration
• Apprenticeship Portal
• Walk-In Venue – BEL Nandambakkam, Chennai
• Helpdesk – 044-22338135 / 142

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