Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Defence, has released the recruitment notification for Probationary Engineers for 2026. A total of 350 vacancies are opened across engineering disciplines including Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science, and Electrical Engineering.
This recruitment drive offers engineering graduates an entry into India’s defence electronics sector with competitive compensation packages. The online registration window opens on October 28, 2026, and closes on November 18, 2026.
Below are the recruitment details including vacancy breakdown, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, salary package, and application procedure.
Key Highlights & Important Dates
| Overview Parameter | Recruitment Details |
| Recruiting Organization | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) |
| Post Name | Probationary Engineer (PE) |
| Total Vacancies | 350 Posts |
| Notification Release Date | October 27, 2026 |
| Online Application Opening | October 28, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | November 18, 2026 |
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) Date | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | bel-india.in |
Vacancy Distribution & Stream-wise Split
| Engineering Discipline | Estimated Vacancies |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 175 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 110 |
| Computer Science & Engineering | 45 |
| Electrical Engineering | 20 |
| Total Vacancies | 350 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Degree Requirements: Candidates must possess a full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering) degree from an AICTE-approved institution/university in the relevant engineering branch.
- Minimum Percentage:
- General / OBC / EWS: First Class (Minimum 60% aggregate or equivalent CGPA).
- SC / ST / PwBD: Pass Class (Minimum 50% aggregate).
2. Age Limit (As of 01.10.2026)
- Maximum Age: 25 Years for General/EWS candidates.
Upper age relaxations apply as per Government of India guidelines:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years (Up to 28 Years)
- SC / ST: 5 Years (Up to 30 Years)
- PwBD: 10 Years relaxation over and above category limits.
Pay Scale & Remuneration
Selected candidates join as Probationary Engineers on a 1-year probation period:
- Pay Scale: ₹40,000 – 3% – ₹1,40,000 (E-II Grade)
- Basic Pay: ₹40,000/- per month
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Perquisites (35% of Basic Pay), Performance Related Pay (PRP), Medical Benefits, and Provident Fund.
- Cost to Company (CTC): Approximately ₹12.5 to ₹13.5 Lakhs per annum.
Selection Process
The selection of BEL Probationary Engineers involves a two-tier evaluation framework:
- Written Test / Computer-Based Test (CBT): 85% Weightage
- Personal Interview: 15% Weightage
Candidates who qualify in the CBT by meeting category-wise minimum cutoffs are shortlisted for the Personal Interview round in a 1:5 ratio per vacancy.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus Breakdown
Computer-Based Test (CBT) Structure
- Total Questions: 125
- Total Marks: 125
- Test Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)
- Question Type: Objective Type MCQs
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.
| Part / Section | Subject / Domain | Questions | Marks |
| Part I | General Aptitude, Logical Reasoning & English | 25 | 25 |
| Part II | Technical Discipline (Concerned Branch) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 125 | 125 |
Syllabus Overview
- Part I (General Aptitude): Numerical Ability, Quantitative Aptitude (Percentages, Averages, Ratios, Time & Work), Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, Data Interpretation, and Basic English Comprehension.
- Part II (Technical Discipline):
- Electronics: Network Theory, Analog & Digital Circuits, Signals & Systems, Control Systems, Communications, Electromagnetics, Microprocessors.
- Mechanical: Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Machine Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Fluid Mechanics.
- Computer Science: Data Structures & Algorithms, Operating Systems, DBMS, Computer Networks, Theory of Computation, Digital Logic, Compiler Design.
- Electrical: Circuit Theory, Electrical Machines, Power Systems, Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electrical & Electronic Measurements.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,180 (₹1,000 Fee + 18% GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted (Nil) |
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online
- Visit Portal: Go to bel-india.in and navigate to the Careers section.
- Registration: Click on “Recruitment of Probationary Engineers 2026” and register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill Information: Log in using your registration credentials and enter personal details, academic credentials, and preferred exam center choices.
- Upload Certificates: Upload recent passport-size photograph, signature, B.E./B.Tech final degree certificate or consolidated mark sheets, and category/caste certificates in prescribed file sizes.
- Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable application fee using SBI Collect, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI interface.
- Final Submit & Print: Save your filled form, submit the online application, and download a PDF copy for reference during Document Verification.
Crucial Links
- Official advertisement: BEL Probationary Engineer Notification PDF (Advt No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026)
- Careers section, call letters and results: BEL Official Website