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BEL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 23 Trainee Engineer I Posts
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Bharat Electronics has released the BEL Recruitment 2026 notification. Applications are open from 12 November 2026 to 26 November 2026. The application fee is ₹ 177/- (₹ 150/- + 18% GST) for UR, EWS, OBC (NCL). Apply only through the official website (bel-india.in).
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Important details
| Name of post | BEL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 23 Trainee Engineer I Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bharat Electronics |
| Advertisement no. | 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02 |
| Job location | All India |
| Last date to apply | 26 November 2026 |
| Pay / salary | The consolidated remuneration is Rs. 40,000 per month in the 1st year and Rs. 45,000 in the 2nd year. It is Rs. 50,000 in the 3rd year if the contract is extended. |
| Selection process | Selection is through a written test, followed by document verification for those who qualify. Candidates are selected in order of merit, category-wise and discipline-wise. → Selection is through a written test of 100 questions in 90 minutes, followed by document verification of qualifying candidates based on merit. Each wrong answer carries a negative mark of 0.25. |
| Posted on | 11 Nov 2026 |
| Last updated | 11 Nov 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Important Dates
- Date of advertisement12 November 2026
- Start of pre-registration12 November 2026
- Last date to apply26 November 2026
- Written Test at BEL Kotdwar (reporting 8:00 AM)13 December 2026
Application Fee
- UR, EWS, OBC (NCL)₹ 177/- (₹ 150/- + 18% GST)
- SC, ST, PwBDExempted from payment of application fee
Click the payment link on the BEL website, or go to www.onlinesbi.sbi and select State Bank Collect.
Accept the terms and conditions and click Proceed.
Select state of Corporation/Institution: All India.
Select PSU (Public Sector Undertaking): Bharat Electronics Limited, and press Submit.
Select payment category: Recruitment of Trainee Engineer-I for BEL-KOT, and complete the payment.
Save and print, or take a screenshot of, the payment receipt and attach it with the application form.
Fee once paid will not be refunded by the Company or Bank. A separate last date for fee payment is not mentioned in the notice.
Category : Fee
Yes, UR, EWS and OBC (NCL) candidates pay Rs.177/- (Rs.150/- + 18% GST). SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from the fee.
Age Limit
- The upper age limit is not more than 28 years for General and EWS candidates, as on 01.11.2026. Candidates can use the SSLC/SSC/ISC marks card or any other valid document as proof of date of birth.
- Candidates seeking age relaxation must attach a copy of the relevant certificate with the application and submit the original in case of selection or at any later stage for verification.
- SC / ST : 5 years
- OBC (NCL) : 3 years
- PwBD (minimum 40% disability) : 10 years, in addition to the relaxation applicable to the categories above
- The age limit is not more than 28 years for General and EWS candidates as on 01.11.2026. SC and ST get 5 years' relaxation, OBC (NCL) 3 years, and PwBD with at least 40% disability get 10 years in addition.
Salary / Pay Scale
- The consolidated remuneration is Rs. 40,000 per month in the 1st year and Rs. 45,000 in the 2nd year. It is Rs. 50,000 in the 3rd year if the contract is extended.
BEL Recruitment 2026 Quick Facts
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Establishment | Bharat Electronics Limited, Kotdwar Unit (a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence) |
| Advertisement No. | 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02, dated 12.11.2026 |
| Seats | 23 Trainee Engineer-I posts |
| Trades | Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science |
| Stipend | Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 40,000 per month (year 1), Rs. 45,000 (year 2), Rs. 50,000 (year 3, if the contract is extended) |
| Training Period | Initial engagement of 2 years, which may be extended up to one year (maximum 3 years) |
| Who Can Apply | Indian nationals with a full time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering (4-year course) degree with Pass Class in the listed disciplines; no experience required |
| Age Limit | Not more than 28 years for General and EWS candidates as on 01.11.2026, with relaxation for other categories |
| Apply At | Online pre-registration through https://jobapply.in/bel2026kotdwarte |
| Last Date | 26.11.2026 (11:59 PM) |
About the Recruiting Company
- Bharat Electronics Limited describes itself as a Navratna company and India's premier professional electronics company under the Ministry of Defence. Its Kotdwar Unit needs Trainee Engineer-I personnel on a temporary basis for its various project locations all over India. The written test and document verification are held at BEL Kotdwar, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
Vacancy Details · Seats by Trade
| Discipline | Total | UR | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 16 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 2 |
| Mechanical | 5 | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Computer Science | 2 | 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 23 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 4 |
- The notice lists 23 posts in three disciplines. The posting location for all posts is Kotdwar Unit and other locations all over India as per requirement. The notice states that the posts may vary based on actual requirement at the time of selection.
- For PwBD (Person with Benchmark Disability) candidates, reservation will be as per Government guidelines.
Who Can Apply – Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Trainee Engineer-I (Electronics) | Full time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering (4-year course) with Pass Class in Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication or Communication & Telecommunication |
| Trainee Engineer-I (Mechanical) | Full time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering (4-year course) with Pass Class in Mechanical Engineering |
| Trainee Engineer-I (Computer Science) | Full time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering (4-year course) with Pass Class in Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering or Information Technology |
- The degree must be from an AICTE/UGC approved college or institute, or a recognized university.
- Candidates must hold all year/semester marks sheets and the degree certificate. For CGPA grading, a conversion certificate must be attached and indicated in the online application form.
- If the qualifying degree does not mention the specialization, a certificate from the university, institution or college stating the specialization must be submitted at document verification.
- Candidates whose degree specialization does not tally with the branch mentioned in the application will not be considered for selection. Candidates indicating qualification in other disciplines will not be considered.
- All three posts require a full time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering (4-year course) degree with Pass Class from a recognized university or institution. The relevant disciplines for each post are below. No experience is required for any post.
Who Cannot Apply
- Trainee Engineers presently working in any Unit of BEL cannot apply for the same post under this advertisement. Such applications will be summarily rejected at any stage without any reason.
- Candidates who have not pre-registered online will not be allowed to appear for the Walk-In Selections.
- Only Indian nationals can apply.
Reservation
- EWS, OBC (NCL), SC, ST and disability certificates must be strictly in the format available on the BEL website; otherwise the candidate is considered under the General category, provided all other criteria for General candidates are met. OBC (NCL) certificates must be issued on or after 01.11.2025. EWS certificates must be issued on or after 01.04.2026 for the year 2026-27.
- The notice does not specify any qualification beyond the above. Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
Stipend and Training Period
| Year | Consolidated Remuneration |
|---|---|
| 1st year | Rs. 40,000 per month |
| 2nd year | Rs. 45,000 |
| 3rd year (in the event of extension of contract) | Rs. 50,000 |
- A consolidated amount of Rs. 12,000 per year is paid for expenses such as insurance premium, attire allowance, stitching charges and footwear allowances. It is paid in two instalments: the first is processed in the first month's salary after joining, and the second after 6 months from the date of joining.
- Candidates posted to far flung and tough locations as and when project requirement arises will be paid 10% of the consolidated remuneration as Tough Location Allowance.
- Gratuity is admissible as per the applicable provisions of the Gratuity rules.
- Selected candidates are to be covered under a medical insurance scheme for Rs. 2 lakhs and a life insurance scheme for Rs. 5 lakhs per annum, which is to be submitted at the time of joining.
- The cost of housing accommodation will not be borne by the company.
- Trainee Engineer-I will be engaged for an initial period of 2 years. This may be extended up to a maximum of one year (maximum tenure 3 years) based on project requirement and individual performance.
Advancement to Project Engineer-I
- Performance assessment scores as Trainee Engineer of 80% and above marks for both years (aggregate).
- Attendance of more than 80% during the preceding 1 year, and good general discipline.
- No adverse remarks in the preceding 02 years.
- A Trainee Engineer who completes 2 years within BEL may be considered for advancement to Project Engineer-I in the same Unit, subject to these criteria:
- After advancement, engagement as Project Engineer-I is for 3 years, which may be extended up to a maximum of one year based on project requirement and performance, with approval of the competent authority. A Project Engineer who advanced from the Trainee Engineer role and completes an overall tenure of 4 years is entitled to a Retention Bonus of Rs. 25,000 for every completed year, payable at the end of 04 years, i.e. Rs. 1,00,000.
Pre-register online
- Open the pre-registration link https://jobapply.in/bel2026kotdwarte, provided against the advertisement Recruitment of Trainee Engineer-I for Kotdwar Unit. It is available from 12.11.2026 to 26.11.2026.
- Fill the necessary fields in the online application form, pay the requisite fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Pay the fee through SBI Collect and enter the SBI Collect Reference Number generated after payment in the online application form.
- Upload the documents listed under Documents to Upload below.
- Submit only one application for a post. If a candidate applies more than once for one post, only the latest valid (completed) application is retained and the fee and other charges paid for the other applications are forfeited.
- Verify every entry before submission. Changes are not permitted after submission.
Documents to Upload
- Recent colour passport size photograph and signature specimen.
- 10th/SSLC Standard Marks card as proof of date of birth.
- 12th/Diploma in Engineering Standard Marks Card.
- Marks Card (all semesters/years) of the relevant qualification (BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering).
- Self-attested copy of the final or provisional degree certificate of the relevant qualification.
- Proof of norms for SGPA/CGPA/DGPA/OGPA or letter grade, or a document for percentage/class, issued by the university, institution or college.
- Caste/Tribe/Community/Disability/EWS certificate in the prescribed format, for candidates claiming reservation as SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD/EWS.
- PwBD candidates must have disability of not less than 40% and submit a disability certificate issued by a competent authority.
Written Test
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Test | Technical and General Aptitude | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
- Each correct answer carries 1 mark and each wrong response carries a negative mark of 0.25.
- Minimum qualifying marks: 35% for General/EWS/OBC-NCL and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD.
- PwBD candidates are eligible for compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour. A scribe is permitted for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities as defined under Section 2(r) of the PwBD Act 2016, on production of the required medical certificate in the BEL format. Candidates arrange scribes at their own expense, and the scribe's qualification must be one step below the candidate's.
- There is no provision for re-checking or re-evaluation of answer sheets.
- Candidates whose online applications are accepted and who meet the qualifying criteria will be provisionally shortlisted for the written test. The written test is held only at BEL Kotdwar on 13.12.2026 (Sunday).
Document Verification
- Written test results will be uploaded on the BEL website. Candidates qualifying in the written test will be called for document verification based on merit. Lists of candidates shortlisted for the written test and final selections will be available on the BEL website www.bel-india.in (Careers Section).
Written Test Day
- Reporting time: 8:00 AM.
- Venue: Bharat Electronics Limited, Kotdwar-246149, Pauri Garhwal (Uttarakhand).
- Bring a printed copy of the online application form. No separate call letter will be sent or issued.
- Bring a government-issued photo ID such as Driving Licence, Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN Card or Passport. Without identity proof, a candidate will not be allowed to appear.
- No travelling expenses or allowance will be given for attending the Walk-in selection.
Important Instructions
- Revisions, clarifications, corrigenda and time extensions will be hosted only in the Careers section of the BEL website https://bel-india.in; no separate press notification will be issued.
- All future correspondence with candidates will be by email only. Candidates must not give an email ID belonging to another person.
- Screening and selection are based on the details in the application form. Wrong, false or incomplete information leads to disqualification, and BEL may debar a candidate at any stage.
- Candidature at all stages is provisional. Submitting an application does not guarantee consideration for selection.
- Candidates may also be deployed to other projects or outstation sites based on exigencies of work.
- BEL may change (cancel, add or modify) the criteria, method of selection and number of posts based on actual requirement at the time of selection. The management may also cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify or alter the recruitment or selection process.
- No separate communication will be sent to candidates on non-selection at any stage. Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
- BEL states it charges no fee or money deposit at any stage other than the application fee, and warns job seekers against fraudsters demanding payment for employment.
- For queries on the advertisement and fee payment: [email protected], Tel. 01382-236469/456. For technical support on online submission: [email protected].
Official Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Pre-Registration for Trainee Engineer-I, Kotdwar | Link available 12.11.2026 to 26.11.2026 |
| Official Notification PDF (Adv. No. 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02) | Full advertisement, 11 pages |
| BEL Official Website | Careers section for updates and results |
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Mode of Selection
- Selection is through a written test, followed by document verification for those who qualify. Candidates are selected in order of merit, category-wise and discipline-wise.
- Selection is through a written test of 100 questions in 90 minutes, followed by document verification of qualifying candidates based on merit. Each wrong answer carries a negative mark of 0.25.
How to Apply for BEL Recruitment 2026
- The process has two parts: online pre-registration for the Walk-In Selection, then the written test at Kotdwar.
Important Links
| Apply At (https://jobapply.in/bel2026kotdwarte) | Click Here jobapply.in |
|---|---|
| Online Pre-Registration for Trainee Engineer-I, Kotdwar | Click Here jobapply.in |
| Official Notification PDF (Adv. No. 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02) | Download bel-india.in |
| BEL Official Website | Click Here bel-india.in |
| Particulars | Details |
| Establishment | Bharat Electronics Limited, Kotdwar Unit (a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence) |
| Advertisement No. | 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02, dated 12.11.2026 |
| Seats | 23 Trainee Engineer-I posts |
| Trades | Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science |
| Training Period | Initial engagement of 2 years, which may be extended up to one year (maximum 3 years) |
| Age Limit | Not more than 28 years for General and EWS candidates as on 01.11.2026, with relaxation for other categories |
| Last Date | 26.11.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Link | Details |
| Online Pre-Registration for Trainee Engineer-I, Kotdwar | Link available 12.11.2026 to 26.11.2026 |
| Official Notification PDF (Adv. No. 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02) | Full advertisement, 11 pages |
| BEL Official Website | Careers section for updates and results |
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