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Bharat Electronics Limited has released BEL Recruitment Notification 2026 for 350 Vacancies for Electronics and Mechanical discipline. The online application will start on 28th October 2026 at 2:00 PM. Interested and eligible candidates can now apply online through the official BEL website until 18th November 2026 (11:59 PM). The BEL Probationary Engineer Computer Based Test is scheduled for 22nd December 2026. Candidates should check all the educational qualifications, age limit, application fees, salary, and selection process before applying for any post. Read further to know more about the BEL Probationary Engineer Vacancy 2026, important dates, eligibility criteria, and application process.
BEL Probationary Engineer Notification 2026 PDF Download
The detailed BEL Probationary Engineer Notification 2026 has been released for 350 Electronics and Mechanical engineering vacancies. It contains details regarding discipline-wise and category-wise vacancies, PwBD reservation, educational qualification, age limit, application fee, Computer Based Test, Interview, exam centres, salary, posting locations and service agreement conditions. Candidates should read the detailed advertisement carefully before submitting the application because BEL will not permit editing of the application after final submission.
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BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026
Bharat Electronics Limited, a Navaratna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, has invited online applications for Probationary Engineer posts under Advertisement No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026. The recruitment has been announced for Electronics and Mechanical engineering disciplines.
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) |
| Recruitment Name | BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment |
| Advertisement Number | 17556/HR/All-India/2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 28th October 2026 |
| Post Name | Probationary Engineer |
| Grade | E-II |
| Total Vacancies | 350 |
| Electronics Vacancies | 200 |
| Mechanical Vacancies | 150 |
| Pay Scale | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
| Approximate CTC | ₹13 Lakh per Annum |
| Upper Age Limit | 25 Years for General/EWS as on 1st October 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28th October 2026 at 2:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply | 18th November 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Tentative CBT Date | 22nd December 2026 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test + Interview |
| Official Website | bel-india.in |
BEL Probationary Engineer Exam Date 2026
The BEL Probationary Engineer Computer Based Test is tentatively scheduled for 22nd December 2026. The examination venue and other details will be communicated separately through the BEL website. BEL reserves the right to change the examination date depending on organisational requirements.
BEL Probationary Engineer Vacancy 2026
BEL has announced 350 Probationary Engineer vacancies. The Electronics discipline has 200 vacancies, while the Mechanical discipline has 150 vacancies.
| Post / Discipline | Vacancies |
| Probationary Engineer – Electronics | 200 |
| Probationary Engineer – Mechanical | 150 |
| Total | 350 |
The number of vacancies in each specialisation may be increased or decreased depending on BEL’s actual manpower requirements at the time of recruitment.
| Discipline | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
| Electronics | 81 | 20 | 54 | 30 | 15 | 200 |
| Mechanical | 62 | 15 | 40 | 22 | 11 | 150 |
| Total | 143 | 35 | 94 | 52 | 26 | 350 |
BEL Probationary Engineer PwBD Vacancy 2026
BEL has also provided reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities as per Government guidelines. The advertisement shows 13 posts reserved for PwBD candidates along with 32 PwBD backlog vacancies.
| Discipline | Posts Reserved for PwBD | PwBD Backlog Vacancies | Total PwBD Including Backlog |
| Electronics | 7 | 20 | 27 |
| Mechanical | 6 | 12 | 18 |
| Total | 13 | 32 | 45 |
PwBD reservation is horizontal and these figures should not be added separately to the overall 350 vacancies.
BEL Probationary Engineer Apply Online 2026
The BEL Probationary Engineer Apply Online process started on 28th October 2026 at 2:00 PM. Eligible candidates can submit the application through the BEL online recruitment portal up to 18th November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates are not required to send a printout of the application or any documents to BEL by post or in person.
How to Apply Online for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can now apply for the BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment through the official website of Bharat Electronics Limited at bel-india.in. Follow the steps below to submit the application form.
- Visit the official BEL website at bel-india.in.
- Open the Careers section.
- Find Advertisement No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026.
- Read the detailed Probationary Engineer advertisement carefully.
- Open the online registration link.
- Enter personal and contact details.
- Generate OTP for the registered mobile number and email address.
- Verify both OTPs.
- Complete Step-I registration.
- Note the Application Sequence Number/User ID and password received by email and SMS.
- Login again to proceed to Step-II.
- Enter personal, communication and additional details.
- Enter Engineering qualification details.
- Select Electronics or Mechanical discipline as applicable.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Upload other applicable documents.
- Preview all details carefully.
- Submit the application.
- Pay the applicable application fee through SBI e-Pay Lite.
- Download and print the submitted application form.
- Keep the application form and payment acknowledgement for future reference.
Candidates should note that the application can be edited only before final submission. Once submitted, BEL will not allow changes in the application.
BEL Probationary Engineer Application Fee 2026
Candidates applying for the BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 must pay the application fee based on their category. The category-wise application fee details, including fee exemptions, are provided in the table below.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / UR | ₹1,000 + GST = ₹1,180 |
| EWS | ₹1,000 + GST = ₹1,180 |
| OBC (NCL) | ₹1,000 + GST = ₹1,180 |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The application fee is non-refundable. Candidates required to pay the fee will be redirected to the SBI e-Pay Lite payment gateway after submitting the online application.
BEL Photograph and Signature Requirements 2026
Candidates must upload a clear passport-size photograph and signature while filling out the BEL Probationary Engineer Application Form 2026. Applicants should check the required file size, format, and dimensions before uploading their documents to avoid errors during registration. The photograph and signature requirements are given in the table below.
| Document | Requirement |
| Photograph | Recent passport-size colour photograph with white background, not more than 3 months old |
| Photograph Size | 100 KB to 200 KB |
| Photograph Format | JPG / JPEG |
| Photograph Dimension | 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm |
| Signature | Signature on white paper using black ink |
| Signature Size | 80 KB to 150 KB |
| Signature Format | JPG / JPEG |
BEL Probationary Engineer Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 must be Indian nationals and satisfy the prescribed educational qualification, discipline and age requirements. Only the disciplines specifically mentioned in the advertisement will be accepted. BEL has clearly stated that other equivalent disciplines and dual specialisations will not be considered.
What is BEL Probationary Engineer Qualification 2026?
Candidates must possess B.E., B.Tech. or four-year B.Sc. Engineering qualification in the prescribed discipline from an AICTE-approved institution.
| Post | Eligible Engineering Disciplines |
| Probationary Engineer – Electronics | B.E / B.Tech / B.Sc (4 Years) Engineering Graduate in Electronics / Electronics and Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Communication / Telecommunication |
| Probationary Engineer – Mechanical | B.E / B.Tech / B.Sc (4 Years) Engineering Graduate in Mechanical |
Are AMIE Candidates Eligible for BEL Probationary Engineer?
Yes. Candidates with First Class in AMIE, AMIETE or GIETE in the prescribed Electronics or Mechanical disciplines are also eligible to apply. SC, ST and PwBD candidates are eligible with Pass Class as applicable.
BEL CGPA to Percentage Conversion Requirement
Candidates whose final marks are awarded in CGPA, GPI, SGPA or another grading system must use the percentage conversion formula issued by their University or Institution. Shortlisted candidates will have to produce the applicable conversion certificate or formula during the Interview.
What is the BEL Probationary Engineer Age Limit 2026?
The maximum age limit for General and EWS candidates is 25 years as on 1st October 2026. Upper-age relaxation is available for eligible reserved categories.
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
| General / EWS | Maximum 25 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD + OBC (NCL) | 13 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD + SC / ST | 15 Years Relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years Relaxation as per Government Guidelines |
OBC candidates must belong to a community included in the Central List of Other Backward Classes and must be from the Non-Creamy Layer. The candidate should be able to produce an OBC (NCL) certificate issued on or after 1st October 2025 in the prescribed Government of India format. EWS candidates must possess the prescribed Income and Asset Certificate based on income for the financial year 2025-26 and issued on or after 1st April 2026.
BEL Probationary Engineer Selection Process 2026
The BEL Probationary Engineer Selection Process 2026 consists of a Computer Based Test followed by Interview. Candidates must separately qualify both stages.
| Selection Stage | Weightage |
| Computer Based Test | 85 Marks |
| Interview | 15 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Candidates will be shortlisted for Interview discipline-wise and category-wise in the ratio of 1:5 based on their performance in the Computer Based Test.
BEL Probationary Engineer Exam Pattern 2026
The BEL Probationary Engineer Computer Based Test will consist of 125 objective-type questions. Candidates will get 120 minutes to complete the examination. The negative marking will apply in the BEL Probationary Engineer Computer Based Test. For every incorrect answer, one-fourth or 0.25 mark will be deducted.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| Technical Questions | 100 | 100 |
| General Aptitude and Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 125 | 125 |
Candidates who qualify the Computer Based Test will be shortlisted for Interview in a 1:5 ratio, discipline-wise and category-wise. The Interview carries 15 marks The list of candidates shortlisted for Interview will be published on the BEL website through query mode. Interview results will also be published online. Candidates may choose to answer the Interview in either English or Hindi.
BEL Probationary Engineer Salary 2026
Candidates who are selected for Probationary Engineer posts will be appointed in E II Grade in the basic pay scale of ₹40,000 to ₹1,40,000. The approximate annual CTC is ₹13 lakh. The allowances are Dearness Allowance House Rent Allowance, Conveyance Allowance, Performance Related Pay, Medical Reimbursement, Other applicable perquisites.
| Salary Particular | Details |
| Grade | E-II |
| Basic Pay Scale | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
| Approximate CTC | ₹13 Lakh per Annum |
| Pay Revision | Due for Revision with Effect from 1st January 2027 |
BEL Probationary Engineer Posting Locations 2026
The notified vacancies are for Production and Support Services departments of BEL Units and Offices at various locations across India.
| State | Posting Locations |
| Karnataka | Bangalore |
| Uttar Pradesh | Ghaziabad |
| Maharashtra | Pune, Nagpur, Navi Mumbai |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Ibrahimpatnam |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
| Andhra Pradesh | Palasamudram, Nimmaluru, Machilipatnam |
| Haryana | Panchkula |
| Uttarakhand | Kotdwara |
Depending on BEL requirements, selected candidates can be posted to any location in India or to any BEL Unit, Office, Section, Department or Division.
BEL Probationary Engineer Exam Centres 2026
Candidates have to select five preferred test centres nearest to their correspondence address while submitting the online application. Final allotment will depend on centre availability.
| State / UT | Exam Cities |
| Andhra Pradesh | Rajahmundry, Tirupathi, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Guntur, Chirala |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Itanagar / Papum Pare |
| Assam | Guwahati |
| Bihar | Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Patna |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh / Mohali |
| Chhattisgarh | Bhilai Nagar / Bhilai, Bilaspur, Raipur |
| Delhi | Delhi / NCR |
| Goa | Panaji / Mapusa |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Vadodara |
| Himachal Pradesh | Bilaspur, Solan |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Jammu, Srinagar |
| Jharkhand | Jamshedpur, Ranchi, Dhanbad, Bokaro Steel City |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru, Hubbali/Dharwad, Mangaluru, Udupi, Mysuru, Belagavi, Kalaburagi, Shivamogga |
| Kerala | Ernakulam, Kottayam, Kannur, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur |
| Maharashtra | Amravati, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Mumbai MMR, Nagpur, Nashik, Pune |
| Manipur | Imphal, Churachandpur |
| Meghalaya | Shillong |
| Mizoram | Aizawl |
| Nagaland | Kohima |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar/Cuttack, Rourkela, Sambalpur |
| Punjab | Ludhiana, Jalandhar/Phawara |
| Rajasthan | Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem, Tiruchirappalli, Tirunelveli, Vellore |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Warangal |
| Tripura | Agartala |
| Uttar Pradesh | Meerut, Agra, Kanpur, Aligarh, Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand | Roorkee, Haldwani |
| West Bengal | Kolkata, Burdwan, Kalyani, Durgapur, Siliguri |
Note: The examination centre list is tentative. BEL may change the centre, city or state depending on candidate numbers and availability.
BEL Probationary Engineer Notification 2026 LIVE Updates
BEL Probationary Engineer Exam Date 2026 Announced Tentatively
BEL has tentatively scheduled the Probationary Engineer Computer Based Test for 22nd December 2026. Details regarding the examination venue and other instructions will be communicated through the official BEL website. The company may revise the date if required. Pasted markdown
Updated on: 27 Oct 2026 | 09:22:03 PM IST
BEL Probationary Engineer Last Date to Apply is 18 November 2026
Candidates can submit their BEL Probationary Engineer application up to 18th November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applicants are advised not to wait until the final hours and should complete registration, document upload and fee payment well before the deadline. Pasted markdown
Updated on: 27 Oct 2026 | 09:08:34 PM IST
BEL Probationary Engineer Apply Online 2026 Started on 28 October
The BEL Probationary Engineer online application process started on 28th October 2026 at 2:00 PM. Candidates meeting the eligibility requirements can complete their registration and submit the application through the BEL online recruitment portal. Pasted markdown
Updated on: 27 Oct 2026 | 08:54:11 PM IST
BEL Recruitment 2026 Offers 350 Probationary Engineer Vacancies
A total of 350 Probationary Engineer posts have been announced by BEL. Of these, 200 vacancies are available in Electronics and 150 vacancies are available in Mechanical Engineering. Candidates should check their discipline and category-wise vacancy before applying. Pasted markdown
Updated on: 27 Oct 2026 | 08:40:17 PM IST
BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 Notification Released for 350 Posts
Bharat Electronics Limited has released the BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 notification for 350 vacancies. The recruitment includes openings in Electronics and Mechanical disciplines. Eligible engineering graduates can apply online through the official BEL website within the prescribed application dates. Pasted markdown
Updated on: 27 Oct 2026 | 08:26:56 PM IST
BEL Probationary Engineer Service Agreement 2026
Selected candidates will undergo Orientation or On-the-Job Training for six months. They will also have to execute a Service Agreement to serve BEL for a period of two years.
| Particular | Details |
| Orientation / On-the-Job Training | 6 Months |
| Service Agreement Period | 2 Years |
| Amount Payable for Breach of Service Contract | ₹2,00,000 |
BEL Probationary Engineer Medical Examination 2026
Appointment of selected candidates will be subject to being declared medically fit by BEL’s authorised Medical Authorities according to the company’s medical standards. The advertisement specifically states that candidates with colour blindness are not suitable for Probationary Engineer posts in Electronics and Mechanical disciplines.
BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Ques: How many vacancies are announced under BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Answer: BEL has announced 350 Probationary Engineer vacancies, including 200 Electronics and 150 Mechanical posts.
Ques: What is the BEL Probationary Engineer Advertisement Number?
Answer: The recruitment has been issued under Advertisement No. 17556/HR/All-India/2026.
Ques: When was BEL Probationary Engineer Notification 2026 released?
Answer: The advertisement is dated 28th October 2026.
Ques: How many BEL Electronics Engineer vacancies are available?
Answer: BEL has announced 200 Probationary Engineer Electronics vacancies.
Ques: How many BEL Mechanical Engineer vacancies are available?
Answer: A total of 150 Probationary Engineer Mechanical vacancies have been announced.
Ques: What is the qualification for BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment?
Answer: Candidates need B.E., B.Tech. or four-year B.Sc. Engineering qualification in the prescribed Electronics or Mechanical engineering discipline. Eligible AMIE, AMIETE and GIETE qualifications are also accepted as specified in the advertisement.
Ques: What percentage is required for BEL Probationary Engineer?
Answer: General, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates need First Class in the qualifying degree, while SC, ST and PwBD candidates are eligible with Pass Class.
Ques: What is the age limit for BEL Probationary Engineer?
Answer: The maximum age for General and EWS candidates is 25 years as on 1st October 2026.