The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), Construction Division, Dhulkote (Ambala City), has invited online applications for seven Lineman Trade Apprentice seats for one-year apprenticeship training in the 2026-27 session, under the Apprenticeship Act 1961. Applications are accepted online only, through the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal, apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, from 5 November 2026. There is no written examination and no interview — selection will be made from a merit list prepared on the basis of marks in Class 10 and the ITI course.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Lineman Trade Apprentice | 7 | Class 10 pass (minimum 40% marks) + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in Lineman trade |
The training will be for one year at the Construction Division, BBMB, Dhulkote (Ambala), and the place of deployment will be decided by the competent authority. Contracts will be issued as and when vacancies arise, on the basis of a merit list that remains valid up to 28 February 2027.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online applications open | 5 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 3 December 2026 |
| Merit list valid up to | 28 February 2027 |
Please note: the official notice prints two closing dates — 7 December 2026 in the opening paragraph and 3 December 2026 in the receipt-of-applications clause. Leading job portals treat 3 December 2026 as the last date, so candidates should apply by 3 December 2026 and check the official notice for the latest position.
Eligibility
- Class 10 pass with at least 40 per cent marks from a recognised board.
- National Trade Certificate in the Lineman trade, issued by NCVT/SCVT, with the relevant ITI course completed.
- Aadhaar Card is compulsory for online registration.
- Candidates whose qualifying examination results are still awaited on the last date will not be considered.
- Candidates who have already completed, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 should not apply.
Selection Process
- No written examination and no interview will be held.
- Selection is based on a merit list: 30 per cent weightage to Class 10 marks and 70 per cent to ITI marks in the trade.
- 25 per cent of the seats in each trade are reserved, in the first instance, for candidates holding a residency certificate of the district in which the sub-station is located; unfilled seats then go to residents of the state, and finally to open merit.
- In case of equal marks, the older candidate gets preference; if the date of birth is also the same, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier is preferred.
- Reservation and age limits apply as per the Apprenticeship Act 1961 and its amendments.
Application Fee and Stipend
- The notice does not specify an application fee or a stipend amount. Candidates should check the listing on the NAPS portal or the official BBMB notice.
How to Apply
- Visit the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and complete your registration if you have not already done so.
- Search for the BBMB, Construction Division, Dhulkote, Lineman Apprentice vacancy.
- Keep your Class 10 marksheet, ITI certificate and Aadhaar Card ready and complete your profile.
- Submit the application online before 3 December 2026. No other mode of application will be accepted.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification with their Class 10 marksheet, ITI certificate and marksheets, category certificate (if applicable), residence or domicile certificate, and Aadhaar Card.
Important Links
- Official notice (PDF): https://linkingsky.com/Docs/BBMB-2-2026.pdf
- Apply online (NAPS portal): https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- BBMB official website: https://bbmb.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Lineman apprentice posts has BBMB Dhulkote announced?
Seven posts of Lineman Trade Apprentice, at the Construction Division, BBMB, Dhulkote (Ambala), for the 2026-27 session. - What is the last date to apply?
Online applications can be submitted up to 3 December 2026. The notice also mentions 7 December 2026 in its opening paragraph, so applying by 3 December is the safe course. - Is there an exam or interview?
No. Selection is purely merit-based — 30 per cent weightage to Class 10 marks and 70 per cent to ITI marks. - What is the eligibility?
Class 10 pass with at least 40 per cent marks and an ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in the Lineman trade. An Aadhaar Card is compulsory. - How do I apply?
Online only, through the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Applications by any other mode will not be accepted.
Next Action
Apply online on the NAPS portal — https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in — before 3 December 2026, and read the official BBMB notice before applying: https://linkingsky.com/Docs/BBMB-2-2026.pdf
Note: BBMB is also recruiting 58 apprentices at its Canal Power House Circle, Nangal (Punjab), under Advertisement No. 01/2026, with applications closing on 30 November 2026. Details are available on the BBMB website, bbmb.gov.in.
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