Introduction to BHEL Recruitment 2025
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), a prestigious Government of India Undertaking, has announced its BHEL Recruitment 2025 drive for qualified and experienced professionals. This recruitment aims to fill positions for Engineer Quality (FTA-Grade II) and Supervisor Quality (FTA-Grade III) on a Fixed Tenure Appointment (FTA) basis. These roles are specifically for the Quality department of its High Pressure Boiler Plant (HPBP) located in Tiruchirappalli (Trichy). A total of 20 vacancies are available for these fixed-term positions, initially for two years, with a possibility of extension. Interested candidates should ensure their applications reach BHEL by the deadline of 11.06.2025.
About BHEL: A Leader in Engineering and Manufacturing
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) stands as India’s premier engineering and manufacturing enterprise since its inception in 1964. It plays a pivotal role in catering to core sectors of the Indian economy, including Power (Thermal, Nuclear, Hydro & Solar) Generation, Power Transmission, Defence, Aerospace, Rail Transportation, Oil & Gas, and e-mobility, boasting over 180 product offerings. With an extensive network of 16 Manufacturing Facilities, 08 Service Centres, 15 Regional Marketing Centres, 04 Regional Offices, and 02 Repair Units, BHEL’s operations span across more than 140 project sites in India and globally. The company has a significant international footprint, with references in 91 countries across 6 continents. In the fiscal year 2024-25, BHEL achieved a commendable turnover of Rs. 27,350 Crores.
Hiring Organization Details:
- Organization Name: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
- Plant/Unit: High Pressure Boiler Plant (HPBP), Tiruchirappalli
- Type of Employment: Fixed Tenure Appointment (FTA)
- Advertisement No.: HPBP/FTA/01/2025
BHEL Vacancy Breakdown 2025
BHEL has announced a total of 20 vacancies for Engineer and Supervisor positions in its Quality department. The distribution of these vacancies is as follows:
Sl. No. | Position | No. of Vacancies |
1 | FTA Gr II (Engineer – Quality) | 10 |
2 | FTA Gr III (Supervisor – Quality) | 10 |
Eligibility Criteria for BHEL Engineer and Supervisor Roles
Candidates aspiring to join BHEL for these positions must meet specific educational qualifications, experience requirements, and age limits as of 01.05.2025.
Educational Qualification & Experience:
For Engineer (FTA-Gr.II) – Quality (10 Posts):
- Quality Control (7 Posts) & Quality Assurance (2 Posts):
- Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Mechanical/Production/Metallurgy OR
- 5 Year Integrated Master’s Degree or Dual Degree Programme in Engineering or Technology in (Mechanical) / (Production) / (Metallurgy) from a recognised Indian University/Institute.
- Minimum 60% marks in aggregate for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS and 50% marks for SC candidates.
- Plant Lab (1 Post):
- Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Chemical OR
- Full-time degree in Master of Science (Chemistry) from a recognised Indian University/Institute.
- Minimum 60% marks in aggregate for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS and 50% marks for SC candidates.
- Work Experience & Capabilities (All Engineer Posts):
- Minimum Two Years Post-qualification experience in industry.
- For Quality Control: Preferable experience includes inspection as per applicable procedure, experience in testing & measuring instruments, and VT Level II Qualification.
- For Quality Assurance: Preferable knowledge of IBR & ASME/API Codes and experience in preparation of quality plans & procedures.
- For Plant Lab: Preferable experience includes chemical testing of metals/paints/coal/water, ability to work on SAP system, and awareness of Quality management systems like ISO 17025.
- Common for all Engineer positions: Strong organisational skills, ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities effectively, detail orientation, and excellent problem-solving abilities are preferable.
For Supervisor (FTA-Gr.III) – Quality (10 Posts):
- NDTL (6 Posts), Quality Control (2 Posts), Piping Quality (1 Post), Plant Lab (1 Post):
- Full-time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised Indian University/Institute.
- Minimum 60% marks in aggregate for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS and 50% marks for SC candidates.
- Work Experience & Capabilities (All Supervisor Posts):
- Minimum Two years Post-qualification experience in industry.
- For NDTL: NDT Level II (in four techniques RT, PT, UT, MT) qualification and experience in the relevant field are preferable. Working knowledge of CAD is also preferable.
- For Quality Control & Piping Quality: VT Level II Qualification is preferable. Knowledge of piping standards & ASME/IBR codes is preferable.
- For Plant Lab: Knowledge of metallurgical testing, specimen preparation for testing, AUTOCAD, and Quality management systems like ISO 17025 is preferable.
- Common for all Supervisor positions: Strong organisational skills, ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities effectively, detail orientation, and excellent problem-solving abilities are preferable.
Age Limit (as on 01.05.2025):
- Candidates should be a minimum of 22 years of age and not more than 35 years of age.
Age Relaxations:
- SC Candidates: 5 years.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 years. (OBC Candidates not in Non-Creamy Layer should indicate their category as General).
- PwBD Candidates:
- General: 10 years.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 13 years.
- SC: 15 years.
- (Benefit for PwBD is applicable for those suffering from not less than 40% of the relevant disability).
- Candidates domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir (01/01/1980 to 31/12/1989): 5 years.
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Central Government Rules.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates can apply under the General category if they meet the General standards of eligibility.
Medical Standards:
- Candidates should possess sound health.
- Colour blindness is a disqualification for all jobs.
- Near vision requirement: Jaeger 1 (J1) with or without correction.
Important Dates for BHEL Recruitment 2025
Keeping track of deadlines is crucial for a successful application.
- Date for reckoning Age Limit and Experience: 01.05.2025
- Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy of Application: 11.06.2025
- Interview Dates: Will be communicated to shortlisted candidates via email.
- Practical Examination (for NDTL jobs only): Will be conducted before the Personal Interview for NDTL candidates.
Salary & Benefits in BHEL FTA Recruitment
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly compensation and other benefits as detailed below:
Post | Consolidated Compensation/Month | Annual Increase |
Engineer (FTA-Gr. II) – Quality | Rs. 84,000/- (Rupees Eighty-Four thousand only) | Rs. 4000/- during subsequent years of engagement |
Supervisor (FTA-Gr. III)- Quality | Rs. 45,000/- (Rupees Forty-Five thousand only) | Rs. 3000/- during subsequent years of engagement |
Additional Benefits:
- Reimbursement for Mediclaim Policy premium up to Rs. 5 lakhs for self and family (Self, Spouse, and dependent children).
- Coverage under BHEL’s Group Personal Accident Policy for Rs. 15 Lakhs (covering accidental body injury due to external reasons, excluding natural death, death due to disease, and suicide).
- Accommodation will be provided as per the company’s extant policies.
BHEL Selection Process 2025
The selection process for BHEL Engineer and Supervisor positions involves the following stages:
- Application Screening: All received applications will be screened based on the eligibility conditions.
- Shortlisting for Interview:
- If a large number of eligible applications are received, candidates will be shortlisted for the interview in a 1:10 ratio (to the number of vacancies in each category) based on merit.
- Merit will be determined by marks secured in the qualifying examination.
- Practical Examination (for NDTL Jobs ONLY):
- Candidates applying for NDTL jobs will undergo a practical examination on UT before the Personal Interview.
- This practical exam is qualifying in nature (Pass/Fail); no marks will be awarded.
- Only those who qualify in the practical examination will be called for the Personal Interview.
- Personal Interview:
- Candidates fulfilling eligibility conditions (and qualifying practical exam for NDTL) will be called for a Personal Interview.
- Outstation candidates attending the Personal Interview will be reimbursed to-and-fro Second-Class Sleeper train fare from their mailing address or starting station (whichever is nearer to the interview venue) by the shortest route, upon production of proof of journey.
- Final Selection: The final selection will be based on a weightage given to Qualification, Experience, and performance in the Personal Interview.
- Document Verification: Original documents will be verified at the time of the interview. Failure to produce required documents will lead to disqualification from the interview.
- Medical Examination: Selected candidates’ appointment will be subject to a medical examination by the Company’s Doctor / Authorised Medical Practitioners as per BHEL Medical Attendance Rules.
How to Apply for BHEL Recruitment 2025
Candidates must apply by sending a hard copy of the application form. Follow these steps:
- Download the Application Form: The application form can be downloaded from the link provided at the end of this article.
- Fill the Application Form: Duly fill in the downloaded application form. Ensure all details are accurate as per your certificates.
- Affix Photograph: Paste a self-attested passport-size photograph in the designated space on the application form.
- Sign the Application: Sign the application form.
- Enclose Documents: Attach self-certified copies of the following documents with the application form:
- SSLC/HSC certificate/Marksheet (as proof of date of birth).
- Required Degree/Diploma Certificate along with consolidated/semester-wise marksheets.
- Additional certificate courses qualification like NDT/VT courses, etc.
- Experience Certificate(s) clearly indicating date of joining, date of relieving, and duties/responsibilities. If currently employed, provide proof of joining and the latest salary slip.
- SC/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS certificate, if applicable. OBC (NCL) certificate must be as per latest government guidelines and not more than one year old from issuance.
- Medical Certificate issued by the Medical Board (for PwBD candidates only).
- Discharge Certificate (For Ex-servicemen only).
- J&K Domicile certificate, if applicable.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) if employed in Govt./Semi Govt./PSU or Autonomous body. If unable to provide with the application, it can be produced at the time of the interview or a relieving order submitted upon selection.
- Any other relevant certificate.
- Superscribe the Envelope: The envelope containing the application and documents should be superscribed as:
- “Application for the post of FTA Gr II (Engineer – Quality)” OR
- “Application for the post of FTA Gr III (Supervisor – Quality)” (as per the post applied for).
- Send the Application: Send the complete application package by post to the following address, ensuring it reaches on or before 11.06.2025: Sr. Manager / HR – IR & Rectt., HR department, 24 Building, BHEL, Thiruverumbur, Tiruchirappalli – 620014.
BHEL will not be responsible for any postal loss or delay in receipt of the application. Only hard copy applications received by the scheduled date will be considered.
Application Fees for BHEL Vacancies
The provided BHEL Recruitment 2025 Notification (Advt. HPBP/FTA/01/2025) does not mention any application fees for any category of candidates. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for complete details.
Official Notification & Apply Link for BHEL Jobs 2025
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- Official BHEL Careers Website: Visit Now
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This BHEL recruitment offers a significant opportunity for professionals in the quality domain to contribute to a leading public sector undertaking. Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria and submit your application well before the deadline. Good luck!