BEL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for Engineering Graduates, Stipend ₹17,500 Per Month
Candidate's domicile should be from Southern Region (Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala or Puducherry
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has invited applications from eligible engineering graduates for engagement as Graduate Apprentices under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS). Eligible candidates from the Southern Region can participate in the walk-in written test scheduled from August 6 to August 8, 2026 in Bengaluru.
The recruitment offers a monthly stipend of ₹17,500 for one year of apprenticeship training.
BEL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) |
| Post | Graduate Apprentice |
| Vacancy | Not Specified |
| Training Duration | One Year |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Written Test |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹17,500 |
| Walk-in Test Dates | August 6, 7 & 8, 2026 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess a B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized university and should have graduated on or after July 1, 2022.
Eligible disciplines include:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering & Management
- Industrial Production
- Mechatronics
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Architecture
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Information Science
- Information Technology
- Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
- Electronics & Computer Engineering
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
- OBC: 3 years relaxation
- PwBD: 10 years relaxation
Stipend
Selected Graduate Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹17,500, comprising:
- ₹13,000 paid by BEL
- ₹4,500 paid by the Government of India through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Selection Process
Selection will be based solely on the marks obtained in the written test.
The walk-in written test will be conducted at:
Centre for Learning & Development (CLD)
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
Jalahalli Post, Bengaluru – 560013
Walk-in Written Test Schedule
| Date | Engineering Disciplines |
|---|---|
| August 6, 2026 | Mechanical, Industrial Engineering & Management, Industrial Production, Mechatronics, Chemical, Electrical & Electronics, Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Architecture |
| August 7, 2026 | Computer Science, Information Science, Information Technology |
| August 8, 2026 | Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics & Computer Engineering |
Eligibility Conditions
Applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- Must have domicile from the Southern Region (Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala or Puducherry).
- Minimum marks:
- General/OBC: 60%
- SC/ST: 50%
- Candidates who have already completed or are undergoing apprenticeship training under NATS are not eligible.
- Candidates pursuing or possessing higher qualifications are also not eligible.
Documents Required
Candidates should carry original copies of:
- SSLC/10th Marks Card
- Degree Certificate/Provisional Degree Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste/PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Additional Benefits
Graduate Apprentices will also be eligible for:
- BEL hospital OPD medical facility
- Group Personal Accident Insurance of ₹5 lakh
- Transport and canteen facilities (chargeable)
- Apprenticeship training under NATS
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | July 21, 2026 |
| Walk-in Written Test Begins | August 6, 2026 |
| Final Written Test | August 8, 2026 |
Important Links
- Official Website: https://bel-india.in
- Official Notification: Available on the BEL website.
