BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navaratna PSU under the Ministry of Defence, has released Advertisement No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026 for 350 Probationary Engineer posts in the E-II Grade: 200 in Electronics and 150 in Mechanical. The BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on 27 October 2026. Online applications are open from 28 October 2026 (2:00 PM) to 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM), and the CBT is tentatively scheduled for 22 December 2026.
Engineering graduates with First Class in Electronics, ECE, E&TC, Communication, Telecommunication or Mechanical can apply. SC/ST/PwBD candidates need only a pass class. The basic pay is Rs. 40,000–1,40,000, and the CTC is about Rs. 13 lakh per year. Selected engineers must sign a 2-year service agreement with a Rs. 2 lakh bond, so keep that in mind before applying.
BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) |
| Department Name | Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India |
| Post Name | Probationary Engineer (E-II Grade) – Electronics & Mechanical |
| Advt. No. | 17556/HR/All-India/2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 350 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000/- (CTC approx. Rs. 13 Lakh p.a.) |
| Notification Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Category | BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | www.bel-india.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 27 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28 October 2026 (02:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online & Fee Payment | 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| CBT Exam Date (Tentative) | 22 December 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GEN / EWS / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 1180/- (Rs. 1000 + 18% GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online (SBI e-Pay Lite) |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 is Maximum 25 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.10.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Probationary Engineer – Electronics | 200 (UR-81, EWS-20, OBC-54, SC-30, ST-15) | First Class B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. Engineering (4 Years) or AMIE / AMIETE / GIETE in Electronics / ECE / E&TC / Communication / Telecommunication (Pass Class for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Probationary Engineer – Mechanical | 150 (UR-62, EWS-15, OBC-40, SC-22, ST-11) | First Class B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. Engineering (4 Years) or AMIE in Mechanical (Pass Class for SC/ST/PwBD) |
BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (85% Weightage)
- Interview (15% Weightage, shortlisted in 1:5 ratio)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
BEL Probationary Engineer Exam Pattern and Service Agreement
Exam Duration: 120 Minutes
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Technical (Core Engineering Subjects) | 100 | 100 |
| General Aptitude & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 125 | 125 |
- The paper is in English and Hindi.
- Each wrong answer costs 1/4 of a mark.
- The minimum qualifying marks in both the CBT and the Interview are 35% for GEN/OBC/EWS and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD.
- Selected candidates go through 6 months of on-the-job training.
- They must sign a 2-year service agreement. Breaking it costs Rs. 2,00,000/-.
- Candidates with colour blindness are not eligible.
How to Apply for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026:
- Visit www.bel-india.in, go to the Careers section and open the Probationary Engineer online application link.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, and verify both with the OTPs.
- Log in with your Application Sequence Number and password, and fill in your personal, qualification and communication details.
- Choose 5 CBT exam centres nearest to your correspondence address.
- Upload your photo and signature, then pay the fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form by 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) and print the application form.
Important Links
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| BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link (From 28.10.2026) | Apply Online |
| BEL Official Website | BEL |
