Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has officially released the provisional answer key and candidate response sheets for the Artisan re-examination. This crucial re-exam was conducted on January 12, 2026, for various trades including Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, and Foundryman. Candidates who participated in this examination can now access their provisional answer key and recorded responses through the official BHEL careers portal.
This release is part of the recruitment drive (Advertisement No. 04/2025) which aims to fill a total of 515 Artisan vacancies. Should candidates identify any discrepancies in the provisional answer key, they have the opportunity to raise objections online. The objection window is open from January 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM, until January 17, 2026, at 11:55 PM. Candidates are advised to review their answer sheets carefully and submit objections within the stipulated timeframe.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
- Post Name: Artisan (Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Foundryman)
- Total Vacancies: 515 posts (from original recruitment)
- Re-Exam Date: January 12, 2026
- Answer Key Status: Provisional Answer Key/Response Sheet Released
- Answer Key Release Date: January 15, 2026
- Objection Submission Deadline: January 17, 2026 (11:55 PM)
- Official Website: careers.bhel.in
Recruitment Details
This answer key pertains to the recruitment drive for Artisan positions across various specialized trades. Below is an overview of the vacancies from the original notification:
| Post Name |
Total Vacancies |
Required Qualification |
| Artisan (Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Foundryman) |
515 |
Trade-specific ITI / Diploma (as per original recruitment notification Advt. No. 04/2025) |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Re-Examination Date |
January 12, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release Date |
January 15, 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objections |
January 17, 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Final Answer Key (Expected) |
After resolving objections |
| Result Declaration (Expected) |
To be announced (after skill test, if applicable) |
Objection Submission Fee
Candidates wishing to raise objections against the provisional answer key may be required to pay a processing fee. This fee is typically applicable per question challenged and is often refundable if the objection is found to be valid and accepted by BHEL. Detailed information regarding the objection fee and payment procedure will be available on the official candidate login portal during the objection window.
How to Download Your Answer Key & Raise Objections
Follow these steps to access your provisional answer key and submit any challenges:
To Download the Answer Key:
- Visit the official BHEL careers website: careers.bhel.in
- Locate the "Artisan Recruitment β 2025" or the latest announcements section.
- Click on the designated link for "Provisional Answer Key / Response Sheet for Artisan Re-Exam".
- Log in using your unique User ID/Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth.
- Your individual response sheet, along with the provisional answer key, will be displayed.
- Download and retain a copy of the PDF for your records and future reference.
To Raise Objections:
- Access your candidate portal (the same login link used for downloading the answer key) on careers.bhel.in.
- Navigate to the "Objection Management" or "Challenge Answer Key" section specifically for the Artisan Re-Exam.
- Carefully select the question(s) you wish to challenge.
- Upload any necessary supporting documents or credible references to substantiate your objection.
- Pay the prescribed objection fee, if applicable (fees are usually per question and may be refunded if the objection is accepted).
- Ensure your submission is completed before the deadline of January 17, 2026, at 11:55 PM. Objections received after this time will not be considered.
Calculating Your Estimated Score
To get an estimate of your performance, you can use the following formula and marking scheme:
Total Score = (Number of Correct Answers Γ Marks per Question) β (Number of Wrong Answers Γ Negative Marking)
Marking Scheme for BHEL Artisan Exam:
- Correct Answer: +1 mark
- Wrong Answer: -0.25 mark (negative marking)
- Unattempted Questions: 0 marks
Candidates are encouraged to regularly visit careers.bhel.in for the latest updates regarding objection resolution, final answer key release, and eventual result declarations.
