Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Ghaziabad Unit — a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence — has released Notification No. 12930/64/HRD/GAD/02, dated 7 September 2026, for the engagement of 38 Diploma Apprentices for the training year 2026-27. This one-year apprenticeship, conducted under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (Amended), is open to diploma holders in four engineering trades. This article covers the complete details — vacancy breakup, eligibility, stipend, and the exact steps to apply through the NATS portal.
1. Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Ghaziabad Unit |
| Company Status | Navratna Public Sector Enterprise, Ministry of Defence |
| Notification Number | 12930/64/HRD/GAD/02, dated 07.09.2026 |
| Engagement Type | Diploma Apprentice |
| Governing Act | Apprentices Act, 1961 (as Amended) |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Training Duration | One year |
| Total Vacancies | 38 |
| Mode of Application | Online, via the NATS portal |
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification release date | 7 September 2026 |
| Online application start | 7 September 2026 |
| Online application close | 25 September 2026 |
| Age reckoning date | 1 August 2026 |
3. Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 38, spread across four engineering trades:
| Trade | Notes |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | — |
| Computer Science | Includes Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Science & Technology, Computer Technology, and Computer Engineering |
| Electronics | Includes Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, and related streams |
| Civil Engineering | — |
- The exact trade-wise seat split within the 38 total is detailed in the official notification.
- Vacancies are indicative and may be changed by BEL Management at its discretion.
4. Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
Educational Qualification
A Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline (Mechanical, Computer Science, Electronics, or Civil), from an institution recognised by AICTE or approved by the Government of India.
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)
- Maximum age: 21 years
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
Reservation
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates is applicable as per Government of India guidelines.
5. Selection Process
Selection is based on academic merit — candidates are shortlisted according to the percentage of marks obtained in their qualifying Diploma examination, in the discipline relevant to their applied trade. There is no written examination or interview involved in this specific drive.
6. Stipend Structure
Selected Diploma Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹12,500.
- Training runs for one year, governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended), along with BEL’s internal rules and policies.
- Canteen facilities are available at the unit, but on a chargeable basis.
- No permanent job guarantee: Completion of the apprenticeship does not create any obligation on BEL Ghaziabad to offer regular employment or placement. Apprentices cannot claim a regular job merely on the basis of having completed their training.
7. Application Fee
There is no application fee for this recruitment. It is completely free to apply.
8. How to Apply
Applications are accepted only through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal.
- Visit nats.education.gov.in
- Click on “Student,” then “Student Register.”
- Complete the registration form with your personal and educational details.
- On successful registration, a unique Enrolment Number will be generated — save this for your records.
- Log in to your NATS profile and search for “Bharat Electronics Limited – Ghaziabad” under the list of establishments offering apprenticeship opportunities.
- Apply against the listed Diploma Apprentice vacancy, selecting your relevant engineering discipline.
- Ensure all your details — name, educational qualification, and percentage — are entered accurately before final submission.
Important: BEL Ghaziabad has stated it does not take responsibility for responding to candidates regarding non-selection or non-issuance of a call/engagement letter. Suppression of facts or furnishing false information will lead to disqualification or rejection of candidature. For any queries, contact only through the official email provided in the notification — no other mode of communication (phone, post, or in-person) will be entertained.
9. Frequently Asked Questions
38 vacancies for Diploma Apprentices at BEL Ghaziabad, across Mechanical, Computer Science, Electronics, and Civil Engineering trades.
25 September 2026. The application window opened on 7 September 2026.
A Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Computer Science, Electronics, or Civil) from an AICTE-recognised or Government of India-approved institution, with a maximum age of 21 years as on 1 August 2026.
No. Selection is based purely on the percentage of marks scored in the qualifying Diploma examination.
₹12,500 per month.
No. This recruitment is completely free to apply for.
No. BEL Ghaziabad has clearly stated that completing the apprenticeship creates no obligation to offer regular employment, and apprentices cannot claim a job based on completing their training.
Only through the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) — register as a student, obtain your Enrolment Number, then apply against the Bharat Electronics Limited-Ghaziabad listing.
No. This is a separate notification specifically for BEL’s Ghaziabad unit, with its own dates, vacancy count, and eligibility conditions. BEL’s other units run their own independent apprenticeship drives at different times.
Only through the official email address mentioned in the notification. No other medium of communication will be entertained.
10. Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification – BEL Ghaziabad Diploma Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 | Download PDF |
| NATS Registration & Application Portal | nats.education.gov.in |
| Official BEL Website | bel-india.in |
Read the complete official notification carefully before applying, and ensure your NATS registration details exactly match your Diploma certificate. Rely only on the official email address given in the notification for any queries — BEL does not entertain communication through other channels.
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