Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) will hold walk-in interviews on 22 and 23 October 2026 for 29 apprentice seats at its Navi Mumbai unit, and there is no written test. BEL is a Navratna (top-tier) public sector company under the Ministry of Defence. An apprentice is a trainee who learns on the job for one year and gets a monthly stipend, which is a fixed allowance and not a salary.
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Recruitment Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice and ITI (Trade) Apprentice |
| Organization | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Navi Mumbai unit, a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Defence |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | 170004/2026/HR/NAMU/APP dated 12.10.2026 |
| Location | Maharashtra (BEL Navi Mumbai unit, Taloja MIDC) |
| Total Vacancies | 29 (Graduate 14, Diploma 4, ITI 11) |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech (Electronics and Communication, Mechanical, Computer Science or IT), B.Sc/B.Com/BA, Diploma (Electrical, Mechanical) or ITI in the listed trades |
| Age Limit | Maximum 25 years as on 01.10.2026 (varies by post — see table below) Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Walk-in interview only (no written test) |
| Pay Scale | Stipend of Rs 10,560 to Rs 17,500 a month for one year |
| How to Apply | Register on NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) for Graduate and Diploma posts or NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) for ITI posts, then walk in for the interview |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | NATS 2.0 portal (Graduate and Diploma) and Apprenticeship India portal (ITI) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12.10.2026 |
| Walk-in Interview: Graduate and Diploma Apprentices | 22.10.2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Walk-in Interview: ITI Apprentices | 23.10.2026 at 10:00 AM |
Walk-in Interview Venue and Contact
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Venue | L1, M.I.D.C Industrial Area, Taloja, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra – 410208 |
| Questions | Email namuhr@bel.co.in |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not specified in the notification |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Discipline / Trade | Stipend (per month) | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | B.Tech / B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering | Rs 17,500 | 3 |
| Graduate Apprentice | B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering | Rs 17,500 | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice | B.Tech / B.E. in Computer Science or Information Technology | Rs 17,500 | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice | B.Sc, B.Com or B.A. | Rs 12,500 | 6 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Diploma in Electrical Engineering | Rs 12,500 | 1 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | Rs 12,500 | 3 |
| ITI Apprentice | Fitter | Rs 11,040 | 4 |
| ITI Apprentice | Turner | Rs 11,040 | 1 |
| ITI Apprentice | Machinist | Rs 11,040 | 1 |
| ITI Apprentice | Electrician | Rs 11,040 | 2 |
| ITI Apprentice | Draughtsman (Mechanical) | Rs 11,040 | 1 |
| ITI Apprentice | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | Rs 10,560 | 1 |
| ITI Apprentice | Welder (G and E) | Rs 10,560 | 1 |
| Total | 29 |
The notice does not print a grand total or a category-wise split (General, OBC, SC, ST). The total of 29 comes from adding the rows above, and reservation follows government rules.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals can apply. |
| Graduate Apprentice: B.E./B.Tech | A 4-year B.E./B.Tech in Electronics and Communication, Mechanical, or Computer Science or Information Technology. It must be recognised by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) or the Government of India, and you must have passed on or after 01.10.2023. |
| Graduate Apprentice: B.Sc, B.Com, BA | A 3-year degree recognised by AICTE or the Government of India, passed on or after 01.10.2023. |
| Diploma Apprentice | A diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an AICTE or Government approved institute, passed on or after 01.10.2023. |
| ITI Apprentice | A certificate of completion in your trade from the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or a State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT). |
| Age Limit | Up to 25 years for Graduate and Diploma apprentices and up to 21 years for ITI apprentices, as on 01.10.2026. The notice gives no minimum age. Check your age eligibility → |
| Earlier apprenticeship | You cannot apply if you have done, or are doing, an apprenticeship under NATS or NAPS at any other organisation. |
| Registration | Graduate and Diploma apprentices must register on the NATS portal. ITI apprentices must register on the NAPS portal. |
| Age Relaxation Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC and ST candidates | 5 years |
| OBC candidates | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
In short: a General candidate must be 25 or younger (21 or younger for ITI) on 01.10.2026. An OBC candidate gets 3 extra years, so the limit becomes 28 for graduates and diploma holders and 24 for ITI.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Register online | Graduate and Diploma apprentices register on NATS. ITI apprentices register on NAPS. You will need the registration number later. |
| Stage 2: Walk-in interview | Come to the Taloja venue at 10:00 AM. Graduate and Diploma candidates come on 22.10.2026 and ITI candidates on 23.10.2026. Carry your original documents. |
| Stage 3: Interview marks | Selection depends only on the marks you get in the interview. You need at least 35% if you are General, EWS (Economically Weaker Section) or OBC-NCL (OBC Non-Creamy Layer, meaning the family income is under the OBC limit). You need at least 30% if you are SC, ST or PwBD. Reservation follows government norms. |
| Stage 4: Result | BEL emails the shortlisted candidates and then publishes the list of selected candidates on its website. |
In short: there is no written exam. Your interview marks alone decide selection, and you must reach the minimum percentage for your category to be considered.
Stipend and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Training period | One year, under the Apprentices Act, 1961, through the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT) |
| Stipend: B.E./B.Tech graduates | Rs 17,500 a month |
| Stipend: B.Sc, B.Com, BA graduates | Rs 12,500 a month |
| Stipend: Diploma apprentices | Rs 12,500 a month |
| Stipend: ITI (Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Draughtsman) | Rs 11,040 a month |
| Stipend: ITI (COPA, Welder) | Rs 10,560 a month |
| Canteen | Available at nominal rates |
| Accommodation | Not provided |
| Travel (TA/DA) | No travel or daily allowance is paid for coming to the interview |
| Job after training | BEL has no duty to give you a regular job, and you cannot claim one because of this apprenticeship |
In plain terms, you will get between Rs 10,560 and Rs 17,500 a month for the year, depending on your qualification. BEL does not promise a job afterwards.
How to Apply
- Check that your qualification matches a post in the vacancy table, that you passed on or after 01.10.2023 (for degree and diploma), and that you are within the age limit.
- Graduate and Diploma apprentices: register on the NATS 2.0 portal. Click Student, then Student Register, and enter your email and mobile number. Verify the two OTPs (one-time passwords) you receive, fill in all details, preview your profile, click Final Submit and print the form.
- ITI apprentices: register on the NAPS portal. Click Candidate Login/Register, then Register, fill the form and submit to get a registration number. Activate it through the email you receive, log in, complete your profile 100 percent (photo, signature, education documents and bank account details) and authenticate your Aadhaar, which is compulsory. Then print the registration form or the enrolment mail.
Resize your photo and signature → - Print the BEL application form attached at the end of the notice, fill it in and sign it.
- Collect the original documents listed below, plus one copy of each.
- Reach the venue at Taloja by 10:00 AM on your day: 22.10.2026 for Graduate and Diploma apprentices and 23.10.2026 for ITI apprentices.
- BEL will email the shortlisted candidates and publish the list of selected candidates on its website.
Note: the notice also says interested candidates can register directly on the day of the walk-in. Because the BEL form and the document list ask for your NATS or NAPS registration number, it is safer to finish the portal registration before you travel.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| SSLC / 10th marks card | Original for checking, plus one copy |
| 12th marks card | Original for checking, plus one copy |
| Graduation, Diploma or ITI mark sheets | All semesters or all years, original plus one copy |
| Provisional B.E./B.Tech certificate | For graduate apprentices in Electronics and Communication, Mechanical, or Computer Science or Information Technology |
| Provisional B.Sc, B.Com or BA certificate | For graduate apprentices in these degrees |
| Diploma certificate or provisional diploma certificate | For diploma apprentices |
| ITI certificate of completion | Issued by NCVT or SCVT, for ITI apprentices |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD certificate | Only if it applies to you |
| NATS/NAPS registration number or enrolment mail | Proof of your portal registration |
| Aadhaar card | Original plus one copy |
| PAN card | Original plus one copy |
| BEL application form | Printed from the end of the notice, filled in and signed |
| Resume | One printed copy |
Bring every document in original for checking and hand in one copy of each when you join. The notice gives no photo size or file-format rules.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| NATS 2.0 Portal (Graduate and Diploma registration) | Click Here |
| NAPS Portal (ITI registration) | Click Here |
| BEL Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Register on the right portal: NATS for Graduate and Diploma posts, NAPS for ITI posts.
- Do not apply if you have already done, or are doing, an apprenticeship under NATS or NAPS somewhere else, because BEL will not accept you.
- Check your pass-out date: degree and diploma holders must have passed on or after 01.10.2023.
- Do not hide or change any detail, because false information leads to rejection of your candidature.
- Plan your travel and stay yourself, because BEL gives no accommodation and pays no travel allowance for the interview.
- Come on your own day: 22.10.2026 for Graduate and Diploma apprentices and 23.10.2026 for ITI apprentices.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the BEL Navi Mumbai apprentice interviews?
Graduate and Diploma apprentices are interviewed on 22.10.2026 and ITI apprentices on 23.10.2026, and both days start at 10:00 AM at Taloja, Navi Mumbai.
How many apprentice posts does BEL Navi Mumbai have?
There are 29 posts: 14 for graduate apprentices, 4 for diploma apprentices and 11 for ITI apprentices.
Is there a written exam for this BEL apprentice recruitment?
No, BEL selects apprentices only on the marks they get in the interview.
How much stipend will a BEL apprentice get?
The stipend is Rs 17,500 a month for B.E./B.Tech graduates, Rs 12,500 for other graduates and diploma holders, and Rs 11,040 or Rs 10,560 for ITI trades.
What is the age limit for BEL apprentices?
You must be at most 25 years old for graduate and diploma posts and at most 21 for ITI posts on 01.10.2026, with 5 extra years for SC and ST, 3 for OBC and 10 for persons with benchmark disabilities.
Who can apply for these BEL apprentice posts?
Degree and diploma holders in the listed subjects must have passed on or after 01.10.2023, and ITI candidates need a completion certificate from NCVT or SCVT.
Do I need to register on NATS or NAPS first?
Yes, Graduate and Diploma apprentices register on the NATS portal and ITI apprentices on the NAPS portal, and you must carry the registration number or enrolment mail to the interview.
Will BEL give me a permanent job after the apprenticeship?
No, BEL says it has no duty to offer regular employment after the one-year training.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
