Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Limited (BHAVINI) Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 50 Vacancies (Notice No. BHAVINI/HR/TA-V/2026-2027)

Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Limited (BHAVINI), a premier Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has officially released its employment notification (Notice No. BHAVINI/HR/TA-V/2026-2027) for the engagement of Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

This recruitment drive aims to fill 50 tentative vacancies across various ITI trades at the Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) facility located in Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu. Eligible and interested candidates can download the prescribed application format and submit their hard copy applications through post up to 1st October 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Limited (BHAVINI)
Ministry / Department	Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India
Notice / Advertisement Number	BHAVINI/HR/TA-V/2026-2027
Post Designation	Trade Apprentice (Multiple ITI Disciplines)
Total Openings	50 Vacancies
Place of Training	Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu – 603102
Application Mode	Offline (Portal Registration + Physical Application by Post)
Notification Release Date	September 2026
Last Date for Receipt of Applications	1st October 2026
Official Website Portal	bhavini.nic.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Publication Date	September 2026
Commencement of Application Procedure	Active Now
Last Date & Time for Receipt of Hard Copy Applications	1st October 2026
Cut-off Date for Age and Qualification Calculations	1st October 2026
Training Session Cycle	2026 – 2027

Post & Trade-Wise Vacancy Distribution Matrix

S. No.	Name of the ITI Trade	Total Openings
1	Electrician	10
2	Mechanic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning	3
3	Draughtsman (Mechanical)	2
4	Fitter / Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant) / Instrument Mechanic / COPA / Machinist	35
Total	—	50 Posts

Stipend & Financial Benefits Matrix

• Monthly Stipend: Selected apprentices will receive a consolidated stipend of ₹9,600/- per month during the apprenticeship period, as per government norms.
• Period of Training: One Year (Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961).

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 1st October 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: Not less than 16 Years
• Maximum Age Limit (General / EWS): 24 Years
• Upper Age Relaxations:
  • Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST): 5 Years
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL): 3 Years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Up to 10 Years

2. Educational Qualifications & Technical Standards

• General Academic Standard: Passed Class 10th examination with Science and Mathematics under a 10+2 system of education or equivalent.
• Technical Qualification: National Trade Certificate (NTC) / ITI Pass Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT in the respective designated trade (Electrician, Fitter, Instrument Mechanic, RAC, Draughtsman Mechanical, COPA, etc.).
• Physical Standards: Must satisfy basic medical and physical fitness requirements (Minimum height of 137 cm, weight 25.4 kg, standard chest expansion parameters, and clear vision without morbid eye conditions).

Selection Process Structure

1. Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based strictly on the percentage of marks obtained in their ITI standard course/examination and trade competency.
2. Trade Test & Certificate Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for a practical trade test, document verification of original educational/community records, medical examination, and Aadhaar authentication. No written entrance exam is conducted.

Application Fee Structure

• All Categories (General / OBC / SC / ST / PwBD / EWS): Nil (No application processing fee is charged).

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Offline

1. Portal Registration: Register your profile on the National Apprenticeship portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and complete mandatory Aadhaar verification.
2. Download Application Form: Visit the official BHAVINI website at bhavini.nic.in, access the recruitment tab, and download the prescribed application proforma (Annexure-I).
3. Fill Application Details: Print the application form on a clean white A4-size paper and fill it out neatly in BLOCK LETTERS using blue or black ink.
4. Attach Supporting Documents: Enclose self-attested photocopies of:
   • Proof of Date of Birth (10th/Matriculation Certificate)
   • ITI Pass Certificate and consolidated mark sheets
   • Valid Community / Category Certificate (if claiming reservation)
   • Apprenticeship Portal Registration / Aadhaar verification slip
   • Two original Character Certificates issued by Gazetted Officers
   • Recent passport-size photographs pasted on the application form
5. Postal Dispatch: Superscribe the outer envelope clearly as:“APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF TRADE APPRENTICE against Notice No. BHAVINI/HR/TA-V/2026-2027” Mail the completed application package via Speed Post or Registered Post to reach the designated official address on or before 1st October 2026:

Postal Address for Submission:

Deputy General Manager (HR),

Recruitment Section, Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Limited (BHAVINI),

Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu District,

Tamil Nadu – 603102

🔗 BHAVINI Official Website Portal

📄 Download BHAVINI Trade Apprentice Notification & Form PDF

🔗 National Apprenticeship Portal Registration Link

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to submit applications for BHAVINI Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A: The last date for receipt of filled-in offline application forms by post is 1st October 2026.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under Notice No. BHAVINI/HR/TA-V/2026-2027?

A: A total of 50 vacancies have been notified for Trade Apprentices across multiple ITI trades.

Q3: Is there any application fee required for this recruitment?

A: No, the application fee is Nil for all categories.

Q4: What is the selection procedure for BHAVINI Trade Apprentices?

A: Selection is carried out through shortlisting based on ITI marks and trade competency, followed by a practical trade test and document verification, without any written test.

Q5: What stipend is provided during the apprenticeship period?

A: Selected apprentices receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600/- for the one-year training duration.