BESCOM Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - 520 Posts, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date 02 March

BESCOM Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 520 Apprentice Posts. This is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates, degree holders, and diploma holders in Karnataka to gain valuable experience in a premier power distribution company. This recruitment is strictly for Apprentice training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on Merit/Shortlisting from qualifying examinations. Note: There is no competitive written examination for these posts.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details (Total: 520 Posts)

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Educational Qualification

• Graduate Apprentices (Electrical & Electronics): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a recognized university in Karnataka. Degree obtained on or after January 2021 with minimum passing marks.
• Graduate Apprentices (General): B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.B.A., B.C.A., B.B.M., or B.E./B.Tech (other than E&E Engineering) from a recognized university in Karnataka. Degree obtained on or after January 2021 with minimum passing marks.
• Diploma Apprentices: 3-year Diploma from a Polytechnic College/Institution in Karnataka recognized by State/Central Government. Diploma obtained on or after January 2021 with minimum passing marks.

2. Mandatory Requirements

• Candidates must NOT have undergone any previous apprenticeship training.
• Candidates must NOT have more than one year of work experience after obtaining the qualifying degree/diploma.

3. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years.
• Maximum Age: No upper age limit is specified in the notification.
• Note: Age as on date is not explicitly specified, but candidates must be born on or before the application closing date.

4. Age Relaxation

No specific age relaxation rules are mentioned in this notification, but standard government norms may apply at the discretion of the board.

Selection Process

Since this is an Apprentice recruitment, there is No Written Exam. The selection is strictly merit-based.

1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the marks secured in the qualifying examinations (Graduation/Diploma).
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear for physical document verification at the designated center.
3. Final Selection: Based on the verification of documents and availability of slots.

Application Fee

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to the BESCOM official website or the direct "Apply Online" link provided below.
2. Register: If you are a new user, register using your valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill Application Form: Log in and carefully fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information.
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates (Degree/Diploma Marksheets, Caste Certificate if applicable) in the prescribed format.
5. Review & Submit: Review all details carefully to ensure accuracy. Once submitted, changes may not be allowed.
6. Print Acknowledgement: Save and print the submitted application form for future reference during document verification.
7. Deadline: Submit the application on or before 02 March 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 06 February 2026
• Online Application Starting Date: 12 February 2026
• Last Date for Applying: 02 March 2026
• Declaration of Shortlisted Candidates List: 10 March 2026
• Document Verification: 23 March 2026 to 25 March 2026

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