BDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 33 ITI Posts. Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), Kanchanbagh Unit, Hyderabad (a Miniratna Category-I Public Sector Undertaking under Ministry of Defence) has released the BDL Trade Apprenticeship 2026 notification (Advt. No. BDL/0183/04/ITI Apprentice – 2025) to engage 33 Trade Apprentices in 8 engineering trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a golden opportunity for ITI-passed candidates to undergo one-year apprenticeship training in a Defence PSU at Hyderabad.
Online registration started on 18 May 2026 and the last date to complete online registration on NAPS Portal is 01 June 2026. The last date for submission of hard copy of application is 08 June 2026. Eligible ITI candidates can register through www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
BDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Job Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Names | Trade Apprentice (Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Machinist, Turner, Welder & Other Trades) |
| Total Vacancies | 33 Posts |
| Age Limit | 14-30 years (as on 01.06.2026) |
| Stipend | As per Apprentices Act, 1961 (revised rates by Govt. of India) |
| Qualification | 10th Pass + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee for any category) |
| Selection Process | Merit Based (No Written Exam / No Interview) |
| Training Duration | One Year |
| Job Location | Kanchanbagh Unit, Hyderabad |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 June 2026 (Online) / 08 June 2026 (Hard Copy) |
✅ BDL Trade Apprentice Vacancy Details 2026
| Sr. No. | Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fitter | 03 |
| 2 | Electronics Mechanic | 08 |
| 3 | Machinist | 07 |
| 4 | Machinist Grinder | 02 |
| 5 | Mechanic Diesel | 01 |
| 6 | Mechanic R & AC | 04 |
| 7 | Turner | 06 |
| 8 | Welder | 02 |
| Total Vacancies | 33 Posts | |
✅ BDL Trade Apprentice 2026 Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive monthly stipend as per the latest rates prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961 by the Central Apprenticeship Council (revised from time to time by Government of India). No other allowances or benefits are admissible during the training period.
✅ BDL Trade Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.06.2026):
- Minimum 14 years and Maximum 30 years for UR candidates.
- Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| UR – PwBD | 10 years |
| OBC – PwBD | 13 years |
| SC / ST – PwBD | 15 years |
Educational Qualification:
- Passed 10th Class / SSC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) Certificate in the relevant trade.
- Engineering Graduates / Diploma holders are NOT eligible for this ITI Trade Apprenticeship.
✅ BDL Trade Apprentice 2026 Selection Process
- Online Registration on NAPS Portal
- Submission of Hard Copy of Application
- Preparation of Trade-wise Merit List
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
Merit List Preparation: 50% weightage to 10th/SSC marks + 50% weightage to ITI marks. Separate merit lists will be prepared for each trade. Reservation as per Apprentices Act, 1961.
✅ Important Dates for BDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Notification Date | 18 May 2026 |
| Online Registration Last Date | 01 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 08 June 2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 June 2026 |
✅ Application Fee
No Application Fee is required for any category.
✅ How to Apply for BDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) Portal: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Register / Login and complete candidate registration
- Search for establishment: “Bharat Dynamics Limited, Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad (Reg. No. E05203600393)”
- Fill details exactly as per Aadhaar and 10th certificate; upload scanned 10th marksheet, ITI marksheet and Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Submit online registration on or before 01 June 2026
- Take printout of online application
- Send hard copy (printout + 10th marksheet + ITI marksheet + Caste certificate) by post to reach on or before 08 June 2026 to: Manager (HR), Apprentice Cell, Bharat Dynamics Limited, Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad – 500058
- BDL employees’ wards must submit application by hand after online registration
✅ Important Links
| BDL Trade Apprentice 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online for BDL Trade Apprentice 2026 | Apply Online (NAPS Portal) |
| BDL Official Website | Visit Website |
| Latest Apprentice Govt Jobs 2026 | View All Apprentice Jobs |
✅ BDL Trade Apprentice 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in BDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A1. Total 33 vacancies across 8 trades.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for BDL Trade Apprentice 2026?
A2. Online registration closes on 01 June 2026 and hard copy must reach by 08 June 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for BDL Trade Apprentice posts?
A3. 10th Pass + ITI Certificate in the relevant trade.
Q4. What is the stipend in BDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A4. Stipend will be paid as per the rates prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Q5. What is the selection process for BDL Trade Apprentice 2026?
A5. Purely merit-based on 50% 10th marks + 50% ITI marks. No written exam and no interview.
Q6. Is there any application fee for BDL Trade Apprentice 2026?
A6. No application fee is required for any category.