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BEL Kotdwar Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 23 Posts (Advt No. 01/2026-KOT)

Advt No: Advt. No. 01/2026-KOT•Bharat Electronics Limited

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⏳ 13 Days Left to Apply

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Total Vacancies

BEL

Trainee Engineer-I (Electronics), Trainee Engineer-I (Mechanical), Trainee Engineer-I (Computer Science)

Min Qualification

B TECH BE

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 28 Yrs

as on 1 Nov 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹30,000–₹40,000

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Bharat Electronics Limited (Advt No: Advt. No. 01/2026-KOT)

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About this Recruitment

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a premier Navratna defence public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, has released Advertisement No. 01/2026-KOT inviting online pre-registrations for 23 positions of Trainee Engineer-I at its Kotdwar Unit in Uttarakhand. The vacancies comprise 16 posts in Electronics, 5 posts in Mechanical, and 2 posts in Computer Science engineering disciplines on a fixed-term contract initially for 2 years (extendable up to 3 years). Selected engineers will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹30,000 in the first year, ₹35,000 in the second year, and ₹40,000 in the third year, along with an annual allowance of ₹12,000. Candidates possessing a full-time B.E./B.Tech degree with first class and minimum 1 year of post-qualification industrial experience can register online at jobapply.in/bel2026kotdwarte until 26 November 2026 (11:59 PM). The written test will be conducted on 13 December 2026 at Kotdwar.

✨ Copilot Highlights

Navratna Defence PSU BEL invites online pre-registrations for 23 Trainee Engineer-I posts at Kotdwar Unit.
Discipline allocation: Electronics (16 posts), Mechanical (5 posts), Computer Science (2 posts).
Progressive monthly remuneration: 1st Year ₹30,000/mo, 2nd Year ₹35,000/mo, 3rd Year ₹40,000/mo plus ₹12,000 annual allowance.
Initial tenure is 2 years, extendable up to 3 years total based on company requirements and individual performance.
Educational eligibility: 4-year B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg) with First Class (Pass Class for SC/ST/PwBD) + minimum 1 year industrial experience.
Age limit: Maximum 28 years as on 01 November 2026 (relaxable by 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD).
Written test scheduled on 13 December 2026 at BEL Kotdwar; online pre-registration active through 26 November 2026.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

28 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 November 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years

Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC / ST): +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years

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Educational Eligibility: B TECH BE

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

12 November 2026

Application Start Date

12 November 2026

Last Date to Apply

26 November 2026

Exam Date

13 December 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Trainee Engineer-I (Electronics)	16	B TECH BE
Trainee Engineer-I (Mechanical)	5	B TECH BE
Trainee Engineer-I (Computer Science)	2	B TECH BE

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: ₹30,000/mo (1st Year), ₹35,000/mo (2nd Year), ₹40,000/mo (3rd Year) + ₹12,000/yr allowance

Official Pay Scale

Fixed Consolidated Remuneration: ₹30,000 to ₹40,000 per month

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Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹30,000

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹15,000

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹5,400

Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700

Gross Monthly Salary₹53,100

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹4,500

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹450

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹5,010

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹48,090

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹6.37 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

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Written Examination (Objective OMR)

Exam Mode: Offline Written Examination (OMR Based)

90 Minutes

Total Marks: 85

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
Discipline Engineering Knowledge (Electronics / Mechanical / CS)	60	60	60 min
General Aptitude and Reasoning Ability	25	25	30 min

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Access the designated online pre-registration portal at https://jobapply.in/bel2026kotdwarte.

Read the detailed advertisement instructions and click on 'Fresh Candidate (Click Here) to Register'.

Enter your full name, father's name, category, date of birth, mobile number, and valid email ID.

Log in with your registration credentials and complete the application with your engineering marks and 1-year industrial experience details.

Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹177 (₹150 + 18% GST) via SBI Collect (Select PSU: Bharat Electronics Limited -> Recruitment of Trainee Engineer-I for BEL-KOT).

Enter the SBI Collect Reference / DU Number and payment date in the online form.

Upload scanned copies of your passport photo (max 50 KB), signature (max 20 KB), engineering degree, and experience certificate.

Review all entered data in the application preview section to verify correctness.

Submit the application and download the registration slip. Bring a printed copy along with your photo ID and SBI Collect receipt on 13 December 2026 for the written test.

Document Upload Specifications

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Passport Size Photograph

Recent color photograph on white background, JPG format under 50 KB

Scanned Signature

Clear signature on white paper with dark ink, JPG format under 20 KB

Engineering Degree Certificate (B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc Engg)

Degree certificate and all semester marksheets verifying First Class (or Pass Class for SC/ST/PwBD)

Post-Qualification Work Experience Certificate

Certificate from employer(s) verifying minimum 1 year industrial experience with exact joining and leaving dates

SBI Collect Payment Receipt

Receipt showing DU reference number for ₹177 payment

Category Certificate (OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD)

Valid certificate issued in prescribed Government of India format

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Application Fee Details

General / EWS / OBC (NCL) Candidates₹177

SC / ST / PwBD CandidatesFree

Payment Modes: Online SBI Collect Portal (PSU: Bharat Electronics Limited -> Recruitment of Trainee Engineer-I for BEL-KOT)

Selection Process

Scrutiny of Online Pre-Registrations and Eligibility Verification

Written Examination (85 Marks Objective Test) at Kotdwar on 13 December 2026

Document Verification of Degrees, Experience, and Identity

Medical Fitness Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total vacancy count for BEL Kotdwar Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?

A total of 23 Trainee Engineer-I posts are notified, comprising 16 posts in Electronics Engineering, 5 posts in Mechanical Engineering, and 2 posts in Computer Science Engineering.

What is the monthly stipend and allowance for BEL Trainee Engineers?

Trainee Engineers receive a consolidated monthly pay of ₹30,000 in the 1st year, ₹35,000 in the 2nd year, and ₹40,000 in the 3rd year, plus an annual allowance of ₹12,000 for stitching, footwear, and attire.

What is the selection process and date of the written examination?

Selection is based on a written test carrying 85 marks (objective questions on engineering domain and general aptitude) scheduled for 13 December 2026 at Kotdwar, followed by document verification.

What is the application fee and payment method for BEL Kotdwar?

General, EWS, and OBC candidates must pay an application fee of ₹177 (₹150 + 18% GST) via SBI Collect. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempt from fee payment.