BBMB Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 71 Posts for ITI, Diploma, Graduates

BBMB Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Your Gateway to Government Apprenticeship!

Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has announced a significant recruitment drive for the year 2026-27, inviting online applications for 71 Apprentice posts. This is an excellent opportunity for ITI, Diploma, and Graduate/Degree holders to gain valuable experience under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. The recruitment is specifically for the Bhakra Power House Circle, Nangal.

BBMB Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview

Important Dates

BBMB Apprentice Vacancy Details (Total: 71 Posts)

A total of 71 apprentice posts have been announced across Degree, Diploma, and ITI categories. The detailed breakdown is as follows:

Degree Holder (4 Years)

• Mechanical: 1 Post
• Electrical/Electronics: 1 Post

Degree Holder (3 Years)

• BA: 3 Posts
• B.Com: 3 Posts
• B.Sc: 3 Posts

Diploma Holder

• Mechanical: 3 Posts
• Electrical/Electronics: 4 Posts

ITI Holders

• Fitter: 12 Posts
• Electrician: 15 Posts
• Lineman: 5 Posts
• Carpenter: 1 Post
• Welder: 1 Post
• Draughtsman Civil: 1 Post
• Electronics Mechanic: 3 Posts
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioner Mechanic: 1 Post
• Machinist: 1 Post
• Mechanic Motor Vehicle: 2 Posts
• Painter General: (Details to be verified from original notification)
• Computer Operator and Programming Assistant: (Details to be verified from original notification)

Note: The exact figures for Painter General and Computer Operator and Programming Assistant are unclear in the source text. The total vacancies are 71. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for precise details.

Eligibility Criteria

For ITI Trade Apprentices

• Passed 10th class examination with minimum 40% marks from a recognized board.
• Must hold a National Trade Certificate in the notified trade issued by NCVT/State Council for Vocational Training.
• Must have completed the relevant ITI course.
• Aadhaar Card is compulsory.

For Graduate Apprentices

• Completed Graduation (or equivalent) in the concerned stream with minimum 40% marks from a recognized institute.
• Aadhaar Card is compulsory.

For Diploma Apprentices

• Completed Diploma with minimum 40% marks from a recognized institute.
• Aadhaar Card is compulsory.

Age Limit

The notification does not specify a direct age limit. Age eligibility will be as per the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, and its amendments from time to time.

Selection Process

Eligible candidates will be selected purely on merit, based on the percentage of marks obtained in their qualifying examinations. There will be no written exam and no interview.

Merit List Weightage:

Preference in Selection:

• 25% of total available seats per trade are reserved for candidates with a residency certificate from districts where the Project/Power Station/Unit is located (Ropar, Bilaspur, Una).
• Unfilled reserved seats will go to candidates with a residency certificate of the concerned State.
• Remaining seats are filled through open merit.
• In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate is preferred. If the date of birth is also the same, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier is considered first.

Reservation

Reservation will be applicable as per the provisions of the Apprentice Act, 1961, and its amendments.

Documents Required for Verification

• 10th Mark sheet
• ITI Certificate and Marksheets (issued by NCVT/SCVT)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC, if applicable)
• Residence/Domicile certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar Card (compulsory for all)

How to Apply for BBMB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The application process is entirely online. Candidates must apply between 14 July 2026 and 10 August 2026.

• For ITI Trade Candidates: Apply online through the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
• For Graduate, Degree, and Diploma Candidates: Apply online through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at nats.education.gov.in.

No other mode of application will be accepted.

Important Instructions

• Candidates whose results for qualifying examinations are awaited on the last date of application will not be considered.
• Those who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, are not eligible to apply.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected.
• Candidates must be present for document verification; absence will lead to rejection.