BEL Machilipatnam Apprentice 2026: Complete Walk-In Guide for BE/B.Tech/B.Com/Diploma Apprenticeship
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Machilipatnam Unit — a Navratna Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence — has published Advertisement No. BEL/MC/01/2026-27 for a one-year Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. BEL Machilipatnam will conduct a Walk-In Written Test on 28 April 2026 to engage Graduate and Technician (Diploma) apprentices across Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and B.Com streams. This is a high-value opening for freshers who want defence PSU job exposure with a monthly stipend.
There is NO online application — eligible candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 portal (nats.education.gov.in) and simply walk in at Lady Ampthil Government Junior College, Ramanaidupeta, Machilipatnam – 521001 on the specified reporting time with all mandatory documents. Read till the end for trade-wise reporting time, eligibility, stipend, mandatory documents and the full NATS registration walkthrough.
Key Highlights — BEL Machilipatnam Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Machilipatnam Unit
- Advertisement No.: BEL/MC/01/2026-27
- Post Type: Graduate Apprentice / Graduate Apprentice (General) / Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
- Training Duration: 1 Year (under the Apprentices Act, 1961)
- Stipend: ₹12,500 – ₹17,500 per month (as per category)
- Mode of Selection: Written Test only
- Application Mode: Walk-In (no online application)
- Walk-In Test Date: 28 April 2026 (Tuesday)
- Venue: Lady Ampthil Government Junior College, Ramanaidupeta, Machilipatnam – 521001
- Application Fee: No fee
Trade-Wise Reporting Time — 28 April 2026
| Apprentice Category | Trade / Discipline | Reporting Time |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentices | Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical | 08:45 AM |
| Graduate Apprentices (General) | B.Com | 10:00 AM |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentices | Electronics, Civil, Mechanical | 11:15 AM |
Eligibility Criteria to Appear for Written Test
- Graduate Apprenticeship: Pass class in BE / B.Tech in the respective discipline (Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical) completed on or after 01.07.2023.
- Graduate Apprenticeship (General): Pass class in B.Com completed on or after 01.07.2023.
- Technician (Diploma) Apprenticeship: Pass class in Diploma in the respective discipline (Electronics, Civil, Mechanical) completed on or after 01.07.2023.
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
- Candidates must register as Apprentice on the NATS 2.0 web portal: www.nats.education.gov.in
Monthly Stipend (as per Government Norms)
- Graduate Apprentices (BE/B.Tech): ₹17,500/- per month
- Graduate Apprentices (General) (B.Com): ₹12,500/- per month
- Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: ₹12,500/- per month
Selection Process & Syllabus
- Mode of Selection: Written Test only (no interview)
- Syllabus: Basic subjects of the respective discipline (degree / diploma curriculum)
- Final selection will be based on performance in the written test and document verification
How to Register on NATS 2.0 Portal (Mandatory Before Walk-In)
- Log on to the NATS 2.0 portal. (link provided below)
- Click on the ‘Student’ tab → ‘Student Register’.
- Ensure the listed documents are ready (check the Student Enrolment link at nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php).
- If you don’t have an APAAR ID, create one from the ABC portal.
- Enter Email and Mobile Number (username for log-in) and the captcha displayed.
- Click ‘Send OTP’. You will receive OTPs on mobile and email.
- Enter both OTPs and click ‘Verify OTP’, then ‘OK’ to continue with e-KYC.
- Provide consent and enter the OTP received on the Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- Click ‘Proceed to Next Step’ to access the Student Registration form.
- Activate your registration through the email verification link.
- Log in and fill in all details — Basic, Education, Communication, Training preference and Bank details.
- Click ‘Final Submit’ and take a printout of the Registration form.
Important: Candidate Name, Father Name, Mother Name and Date of Birth in Aadhaar must exactly match the SSC (Class-10) certificate. Any mismatch will lead to rejection at document verification.
Mandatory Documents for Walk-In (Originals + Self-Attested Copies)
- SSLC / SSC Marks Statement
- Provisional BE / B.Tech Certificate (for Graduate Apprenticeship)
- Provisional B.Com Certificate (for Graduate Apprenticeship – General)
- Provisional Diploma Certificate (for Technician Apprenticeship)
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- NATS 2.0 Apprentice Registration copy / Enrolment ID
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photographs
General Conditions
- Only candidates who fulfil all above conditions need to attend the Walk-In Test.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the selection.
- Training duration is strictly ONE YEAR — no extension, no regular employment guarantee.
- Mobile phones (even switched off) are NOT allowed in the written test venue.
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
Important Dates — BEL Machilipatnam Apprentice 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release | April 2026 |
| NATS 2.0 Registration (Mandatory) | Before 28 April 2026 |
| Walk-In Written Test Date | 28 April 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
Essential Links — BEL Machilipatnam Apprentice 2026
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| NATS 2.0 Registration Portal | Register on NATS |
| BEL India Official Website | bel-india.in |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | |
| Join Telegram Channel | Telegram |
Conclusion
BEL Machilipatnam Apprentice is a solid launchpad for BE/B.Tech, B.Com and Diploma freshers — one year of defence PSU exposure, monthly stipend of ₹12,500–₹17,500, and a real chance to enter BEL’s regular recruitment pipeline. Before 28 April 2026, complete your NATS 2.0 registration at nats.education.gov.in, download your Enrolment ID, arrange all originals + self-attested copies (degree / diploma mark-sheets, Aadhaar, photo, caste/PwBD certificate if applicable) and reach Lady Ampthil Government Junior College, Machilipatnam on the scheduled date. For more diploma / apprentice and defence PSU job updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.