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BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 350 Engineering Vacancies Nationwide

Advt No: Advt. No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026•Bharat Electronics Limited

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⏳ 23 Days Left to Apply

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Total Vacancies

BEL

350

Probationary Engineer (Electronics - E-II Grade), Probationary Engineer (Mechanical - E-II Grade)

Min Qualification

B TECH BE

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 25 Yrs

as on 1 Oct 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹40,000–₹1,40,000

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Bharat Electronics Limited (Advt No: Advt. No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026)

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About this Recruitment

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has officially announced recruitment notification Advt. No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026 for 350 Probationary Engineer (E-II Grade) posts across India. The vacancy distribution features 200 posts in Electronics (including Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication) and 150 posts in Mechanical Engineering across BEL's strategic manufacturing units and corporate laboratories. Candidates possessing a First Class B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering) degree (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD) from an AICTE-recognized institution with a maximum age of 25 years as of 1 October 2026 are eligible to apply. Appointed engineers enter the E-II pay scale of ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 with starting gross monthly remuneration exceeding ₹82,000 and an approximate annual CTC of ₹13 Lakhs. Online registration commences on 28 October 2026 (2:00 PM) and concludes on 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) at jobapply.in/bel2026pe, with the pan-India Computer Based Test scheduled for 27 December 2026.

✨ Copilot Highlights

350 permanent executive posts for fresh engineering graduates in India's foremost defence electronics Navratna PSU.
Stream breakdown: 200 Probationary Engineers in Electronics and 150 Probationary Engineers in Mechanical Engineering.
Lucrative compensation: E-II Grade pay matrix ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 with 35% cafeteria perks, resulting in ₹13 Lakhs annual CTC.
Comprehensive selection methodology: Pan-India CBT carrying 85% weightage followed by a personal interview carrying 15% weightage.
Online registration active from 28 October 2026 (2:00 PM) to 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) on jobapply.in/bel2026pe.
Computer Based Test (CBT) tentatively scheduled for 27 December 2026 across major cities pan-India.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

25 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 October 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL): +3 Years

Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST): +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - UR/EWS): +10 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - OBC-NCL): +13 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - SC/ST): +15 Years

Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +3 Years

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Educational Eligibility: B TECH BE

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

27 October 2026

Application Start Date

28 October 2026

Last Date to Apply

18 November 2026

Exam Date

27 December 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Probationary Engineer (Electronics - E-II Grade)	200	B TECH BE
Probationary Engineer (Mechanical - E-II Grade)	150	B TECH BE

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Executive Grade E-II Pay Scale ₹40,000 – 3% – ₹1,40,000 with Dearness Allowance (IDA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Cafeteria Perks (35%), and approximate CTC of ₹13.0 Lakhs per annum

Official Pay Scale

₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000

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

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹40,000

Dearness Allowance (DA)8%

₹3,200

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹7,200

Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,944

Gross Monthly Salary₹52,344

Standard Deductions

Statutory

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

-₹4,320

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹5,030

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

₹47,314

/ month (take-home)

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

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹6.28 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

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT - 85% Weightage)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)

120 Minutes

Total Marks: 120

Negative Marking: 1/4th (0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer)

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
Discipline-Specific Technical Engineering (Electronics or Mechanical)	90	90	90 min
General Aptitude (Reasoning, Quantitative Ability, General English)	30	30	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.

Visit the official BEL online registration portal at jobapply.in/bel2026pe or navigate via careers at bel-india.in.

Click on 'Fresh Candidate (CLICK HERE) to Create Log In' to initiate your registration.

Enter your Full Name, Date of Birth, Discipline (Electronics or Mechanical), active Email ID, and Mobile Number.

Fill in detailed educational records (Class 10th, 12th/Diploma, and B.E./B.Tech semester-wise marks and overall percentage).

Upload scanned copies of recent passport size photograph (20–50 KB, JPEG) and signature (10–20 KB, JPEG).

Upload PDF documents of Degree certificate, semester marksheets, and Caste/EWS/PwBD certificate (up to 300 KB each).

Pay the non-refundable fee of ₹1,180 (for General/OBC/EWS) via SBI Collect online payment gateway. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwBD are exempted from fee payment.

Review the comprehensive application preview, submit the final form, and save the PDF confirmation receipt with roll number.

Document Upload Specifications

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Recent Passport Size Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG format, colored with light/white background, sharp frontal view

Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPEG format, signed in blue/black ink on clear white paper

Class 10th (SSLC/Matriculation) Certificate

PDF format up to 300 KB, verifying authentic date of birth and candidate name

B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering) Degree Certificate & All Semester Marksheets

PDF format up to 300 KB, confirming First Class aggregate marks (Pass Class for SC/ST/PwBD)

Caste / EWS / PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

PDF format up to 300 KB, in Central Government prescribed format issued by competent authority

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Application Fee Details

General / EWS / OBC (NCL) Candidates₹1180

SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen CandidatesFree

Payment Modes: Online Payment via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI on SBI Collect / BEL Application Gateway

Selection Process

Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT of 120 Objective Multiple Choice Questions carrying 85% Weightage)

Stage 2: Personal Interview & Technical Viva-Voce (Carrying 15% Weightage for shortlisted candidates in 1:5 ratio)

Stage 3: Original Document Verification (Scrutiny of Engineering Degree, Final Semester Marksheets, Category & PwBD Certificates)

Stage 4: Pre-Employment Medical Examination as per BEL Medical Rules

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026?

A total of 350 executive vacancies are announced under Advt. No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026: 200 posts in Electronics Engineering and 150 posts in Mechanical Engineering.

What is the educational qualification required for BEL Probationary Engineers?

Candidates must have passed a 4-year B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering) from an AICTE-approved institution with First Class for General, EWS, and OBC candidates, and Pass Class for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates in relevant disciplines.

What is the age limit for BEL Probationary Engineer 2026?

The upper age limit is 25 years as of 01 October 2026 for General/EWS candidates. Upper age relaxation of 3 years applies for OBC (NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates.

What is the salary and CTC offered for BEL Probationary Engineers?

Selected Probationary Engineers are placed in Executive E-II Grade in the pay scale of ₹40,000 – 3% – ₹1,40,000. Including DA (44.8%), HRA, and 35% cafeteria perks, the gross monthly salary is ₹82,620 to ₹87,420 with an annual CTC of approximately ₹13 Lakhs.

What is the application fee for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is ₹1,180 (₹1,000 + 18% GST) for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are completely exempted from fee payment.

What are the important dates for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026?

Online applications open on 28 October 2026 at 2:00 PM and close on 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The Computer Based Test (CBT) is scheduled for 27 December 2026.

What is the selection process for BEL Probationary Engineers?

Selection consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) carrying 85% weightage, followed by a Personal Interview carrying 15% weightage for candidates shortlisted in 1:5 ratio.

What is the marking scheme for the BEL PE CBT examination?

The CBT contains 120 objective questions (90 discipline technical questions and 30 general aptitude questions) with a duration of 120 minutes. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies per incorrect answer.