The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has released the BBMB apprentice advertisement for the 2026-27 session. The posts fall under Canal Power House Circle, BBMB (P.W.), Nangal. As per Advertisement No. 01/2026 dated 29 October 2026 on bbmb.gov.in, online applications open on 1 November 2026 and close on 30 November 2026. The drive suits ITI, diploma and degree holders who want one year of apprenticeship training.
BBMB has proposed 58 apprentice posts for the year 2026-27. These cover nine ITI trades, one diploma stream and four degree streams, and a full table follows. The competent authority decides the place of deployment within Canal Power House Circle, Nangal. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official BBMB Advertisement No. 01/2026 dated 29 October 2026. Last verified: 30 October 2026.
The Bhakra Beas Management Board is taking 58 apprentices in ITI, diploma and degree trades under Canal Power House Circle, Nangal. Applications are online only, from 1 November 2026 to 30 November 2026, on the apprenticeship portals. Selection is by a merit list built from marks in 10th class and the ITI or degree course.
Table of Contents
Quick Summary of BBMB Apprentice 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) |
| Unit | Canal Power House Circle, BBMB (P.W.), Nangal |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 dated 29 October 2026 |
| Scheme | Apprenticeship Act 1961 |
| Total Seats | 58 |
| Trades | 9 ITI trades, 1 diploma stream, 4 degree streams |
| Training Period | One year, session 2026-27 |
| Selection | Merit list from the apprenticeship portal database |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Portal Registration | Needed. Aadhaar is compulsory. |
| Local Rule | 25% of seats in each trade go first to residency certificate holders of the concerned districts |
| Last Date | 30 November 2026 |
| Official Website | bbmb.gov.in |
Trade-wise seats
The advertisement lists BBMB apprentice seats under four groups. Lineman has the most seats of any trade, with 19.
| Group | Trade | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Degree (4 years) | Mechanical / Electrical / Civil Engineering | 3 |
| Degree (3 years) | BA | 2 |
| Degree (3 years) | B.Com | 2 |
| Degree (3 years) | B.Sc | 2 |
| Diploma | Mechanical / Electrical / Civil Engineering | 3 |
| ITI | Fitter | 8 |
| ITI | Electrician | 6 |
| ITI | Lineman | 19 |
| ITI | Carpenter | 2 |
| ITI | Welder | 1 |
| ITI | Plumber | 5 |
| ITI | Painter | 1 |
| ITI | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | 3 |
| ITI | Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 1 |
| Total | All groups | 58 |
The notice says the number of vacancies may be increased or decreased, so the BBMB apprentice seat count can change. It refers candidates to bbmb.gov.in for the stipend, age limit and other terms and conditions.
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Eligibility
25% of the seats in each trade go first to candidates with the residency certificate of the concerned districts. These are districts of the State(s) or UT(s) where the project, power station or unit is located. The full order of preference is under the selection process.
Candidates for the BBMB apprentice posts must hold an Aadhaar card, which is compulsory for online registration. Candidates whose qualifying exam results are still awaited on the last date of applications will not be considered.
ITI trades
- Passed 10th class with a minimum of 40% marks from a recognised Board.
- Holds the National Trade Certificate in the notified trade. The National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or the State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT) issues it.
- Completed the relevant ITI course.
Degree and diploma streams
Degree and diploma candidates must have completed graduation or equivalent in the concerned stream. The minimum is 40% marks from a recognised institute. The stream must match the post in the seats table above.
Age limit and reservation follow the Apprenticeship Act 1961 and its amendments from time to time.
Who cannot apply
- Candidates who completed apprenticeship training after their education, or are undergoing it, in any other establishment under the Apprenticeship Act 1961.
- Candidates already registered and trained under these schemes. The contracts of selected candidates are registered on the NAPS portal.
Candidates in either group cannot apply for these posts.
Selection process
BBMB selects eligible candidates from the apprenticeship portal database (NAPS and NATS). The BBMB apprentice merit list covers all applicants and is based on the percentage of marks.
| Group | Marks counted | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate | 10th class | 20% |
| Graduate | 12th or Diploma (the higher, if both) | 20% |
| Graduate | Aggregate in Engineering, Graduation or PG, in the relevant subject | 60% |
| ITI | 10th class | 30% |
| ITI | ITI in the concerned trade | 70% |
Each group is marked out of 100.
Seat preference and tie-break
- 25% of the seats in each trade go to candidates with the residency certificate of the concerned districts. The districts are those of the State(s) or UT(s) where the project, power station or unit is located.
- Seats still left go to candidates with the residency certificate of the State where the Grid Sub Station is located.
- Seats still left are filled through open merit.
If two candidates have the same marks, the older candidate gets preference. If the dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed the matriculation exam earlier comes first. Reservation follows the Apprenticeship Act 1961 and its amendments.
Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification. BBMB will upload the result of engagement on its website through the office of the System Software Manager, BBMB, Chandigarh. The authority decides the place of deployment, and requests for a specific place are generally not considered.
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How to apply
The BBMB apprentice application is online only. The advertisement states that no other mode of application will be accepted.
Step 1: Register on the apprenticeship portal
- Keep the Aadhaar card ready, since online registration needs it.
- ITI candidates register and apply on the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Degree and diploma candidates face two different instructions. The Hindi press note names the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in, while the English advertisement names only NAPS. These candidates should check both portals before applying.
Step 2: Apply online for the BBMB posts
- Apply in the trade or stream that matches the qualification.
- Submit the application between 1 November 2026 and 30 November 2026.
Documents to keep ready
BBMB calls shortlisted candidates for verification of these documents:
- 10th mark sheet
- ITI certificate and marksheets, duly issued by NCVT or SCVT
- Category certificate (SC, ST or OBC), if applicable
- Residence or domicile certificate, if applicable
- Aadhaar card
Important dates
The BBMB apprentice 2026 application window covers the whole of November 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement dated | 29 October 2026 |
| Applications open | 1 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30 November 2026 |
Should you apply?
The BBMB apprentice drive suits fresh ITI holders in power-sector trades such as Lineman and Electrician. It also suits degree and diploma holders who want a year of workplace training in a canal power house circle. Candidates who prefer a different post can check the latest jobs across India.
Trades with a single seat, such as Welder, Painter and Mechanic Motor Vehicle, leave little room, since only one candidate fills each. Apprenticeship is training under the Apprenticeship Act 1961, and it is not regular employment. The advertisement says nothing about a job after training. Candidates who need a regular salaried post should also look at current government jobs. Candidates also cannot choose where they are placed within Canal Power House Circle.
This is added context, not part of the official notice. Confirm with the official website.
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Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| BBMB Advertisement No. 01/2026 | Download BBMB Advertisement 01/2026 PDF |
| ITI trades application (NAPS) | Apply online at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| Degree and diploma application (NATS, per Hindi press note) | Apply online at nats.education.gov.in |
| BBMB official website | Visit the BBMB website |
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for BBMB apprentice 2026?
The last date is 30 November 2026. Online applications open on 1 November 2026 and close on the last date. The advertisement accepts no other mode of application.
Is there a written exam for the Canal Power House apprentice posts?
The advertisement names a merit list as the selection method. For ITI trades, 10th class marks carry 30% and ITI marks carry 70%. Shortlisted candidates then go through document verification.
Can I apply if I already completed an apprenticeship?
No. Candidates who completed apprenticeship training after their education, or who are undergoing it elsewhere under the Apprenticeship Act 1961, must not apply. Candidates already registered and trained under these schemes are also not entertained.
Do I need a residence certificate to apply?
The advertisement asks for a residence or domicile certificate if applicable. Candidates with the residency certificate of the concerned districts get first claim on 25% of the seats in each trade. Seats still left go to holders of the State certificate, then to open merit. The same rules apply to every BBMB apprentice trade.
Written and verified by
Sandeep Khati
Founder and Editor, India Job Alerts
B.Tech in Computer Science from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College (2010). Former Systems Engineer at TCS and in digital publishing since 2011. He started India Job Alerts in April 2025 to publish verified government and PSU job notifications for West Bengal, Sikkim and the rest of India. Every post is checked against the official notification before it goes live. Also writes about the Darjeeling hills at SearchDarjeeling.