Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has officially announced the recruitment of 350 Probationary Engineers across Electronics and Mechanical disciplines for various units and offices. This is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates to join a premier defence public sector undertaking. Apply online between 28 October and 18 November 2026.
Overview
BEL, a key production and defence electronics company under the Ministry of Defence, is recruiting engineering graduates for entry-level positions in its production and support services departments. The recruitment drive aims to fill 200 Electronics positions and 150 Mechanical positions, with vacancies reserved for candidates from scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, other backward classes, economically weaker sections, and persons with benchmark disability. Qualified candidates will be placed across BEL facilities in Bangalore, Ghaziabad, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, and other major cities nationwide.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Online Application Window Opens | 28 October 2026, 02:00 PM |
| Online Application Window Closes | 18 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Computer Based Test (Tentative) | 22 December 2026 |
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | ₹1,180 (₹1,000 + 18% GST) |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | ₹1,180 (₹1,000 + 18% GST) |
| OBC (NCL) | ₹1,180 (₹1,000 + 18% GST) |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | Exempted |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | Exempted |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) | Exempted |
| ESM (Ex-Servicemen) | Exempted |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Grade | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Probationary Engineer (Electronics) | E-II | 200 |
| Probationary Engineer (Mechanical) | E-II | 150 |
| Grand Total | 350 |
Vacancies by Category (Electronics – 200 posts): UR: 81, EWS: 20, OBC: 54, SC: 30, ST: 15. PwBD: 27 (7 reserved + 20 backlog).
Vacancies by Category (Mechanical – 150 posts): UR: 62, EWS: 15, OBC: 40, SC: 22, ST: 11. PwBD: 18 (6 reserved + 12 backlog).
Eligibility
Educational Qualification:
- Electronics Post: Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) / Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) / Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) – 4 years – in Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Communication, or Telecommunication.
- Mechanical Post: Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) / Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) / Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) – 4 years – in Mechanical.
Class of Degree: First class is required for General, EWS, and OBC (NCL) candidates. Pass class (Second/Third division) is acceptable for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.
Age Limit: Maximum 25 years as on 01 October 2026 for Unreserved and EWS categories. Age relaxation is provided as follows: OBC (NCL) – 3 years, SC/ST – 5 years, PwBD – 10 years, PwBD & OBC – 13 years, PwBD & SC/ST – 15 years, and Ex-Servicemen – 5 years as per government guidelines.
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official BEL recruitment portal at www.bel-india.in.
- Locate the online application link for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026).
- Click on the link and complete the online registration with your personal details (name, email, mobile number, etc.).
- Fill in all sections of the application form accurately, including educational qualifications, work experience (if any), and category details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents: mark sheets/degree certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), disability certificate (if PwBD), and ex-servicemen discharge book (if ESM).
- Review the application for accuracy before submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee (if your category requires payment) through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application before the deadline of 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Save your application number, registration ID, and password for downloading the admit card and checking results.
Salary
Probationary Engineers will be placed in the E-II Grade with a basic pay of ₹40,000 to ₹1,40,000 per month. The estimated annual CTC is approximately ₹13 lakhs, which includes basic salary, dearness allowance, city compensatory allowance, house rent allowance, and other benefits as per BEL norms.
Important Links
- BEL Official Website – Apply Online
- BEL Probationary Engineer Notification PDF (Advt. No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the total number of vacancies?
A: BEL is recruiting 350 Probationary Engineers: 200 in the Electronics discipline and 150 in the Mechanical discipline, including backlog vacancies for persons with benchmark disability.
Q: What is the application fee and due date?
A: The application fee is ₹1,180 for General, EWS, and OBC (NCL) candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM candidates are exempted. The application deadline is 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q: What is the educational requirement?
A: Candidates must hold a B.E, B.Tech, or B.Sc (4 years) degree in Electronics/Communication (for Electronics post) or Mechanical (for Mechanical post) with first class marks (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD).
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Selection comprises a Computer Based Test (85 marks) and a personal interview (15 marks). The CBT consists of 125 questions (100 technical, 25 general aptitude) to be solved in 120 minutes, with negative marking of 0.25 marks per incorrect answer.
Q: What is the salary offered?
A: The basic pay is ₹40,000–₹1,40,000 in E-II Grade with an approximate annual CTC of ₹13 lakhs, including allowances and benefits.
Q: Where will selected candidates be posted?
A: Candidates will be posted to various BEL units and offices across India, including Bangalore, Ghaziabad, Pune, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Chennai, Panchkula, Kotdwara, or any other location assigned by the company.
Disclaimer: Candidates must verify all details, dates, and requirements on the official BEL website (www.bel-india.in) and the official notification PDF before submitting their applications.