Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna Defence PSU under the Ministry of Defence, has announced a recruitment drive for the year 2026. The notification invites applications for 119 posts of Trainee Engineer-I and Trainee Officer-I at its Ghaziabad unit. This is a significant opportunity for fresh engineering graduates and MBA (Finance) pass-outs to launch their careers in a premier public sector undertaking. Interested candidates must apply offline by downloading the application form and submitting it before 9th January 2026 (11:00 AM). The selection will be conducted through a Walk-in Written Test on 11th January 2026.
BEL Recruitment 2026: Key Details at a Glance
| Organization | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Trainee Engineer-I, Trainee Officer-I |
| Total Vacancies | 119 |
| Application Mode | Offline (Pre-registration via QR Code required) |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 January 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Walk-in Test Date | 11 January 2026 (9:00 AM) |
| Job Location | Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh |
| Stipend | ₹30,000 – ₹40,000 per month (Consolidated) |
| Official Website | www.bel-india.in |
Detailed Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Discipline | Total Posts | Category-wise Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trainee Engineer-I | Electronics | 65 | UR-30, OBC-20, EWS-04, SC-07, ST-04 |
| Computer Science | 06 | EWS-03, ST-03 | |
| Mechanical | 37 | UR-15, OBC-10, EWS-03, SC-06, ST-03 | |
| Electrical | 08 | UR-04, EWS-01, OBC-02, SC-01 | |
| Chemical | 01 | UR-01 | |
| Trainee Officer-I | Finance | 02 | SC-01, EWS-01 |
| Grand Total | 119 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification (as on 09.01.2026)
- For Trainee Engineer-I:B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering (4-year course) with a PASS Class in the relevant discipline from an AICTE/UGC approved institution.
- Accepted Disciplines: Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, IT, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering.
- For Trainee Officer-I (Finance): MBA (Finance) with a PASS Class.
Important: Candidates must have completed their degree. Final year/semester students are NOT eligible. CGPA/DGPA must be converted to percentage as per university norms.
2. Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Maximum Age for UR/EWS: 28 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years (Max 31 Years)
- SC/ST: 5 Years (Max 33 Years)
- PwBD: 10 Years (in addition to category relaxation)
Stipend / Remuneration Structure
Selected candidates will be engaged on a temporary basis for ONE YEAR with the following consolidated monthly stipend:
- 1st Year (Trainee-I): ₹30,000/- per month
- 2nd Year (Trainee-II): ₹35,000/- per month
- 3rd Year (Trainee-III): ₹40,000/- per month
- Additional Benefits:
- Area Allowance @ 10% of stipend (for site posting).
- ₹12,000 per year for insurance, attire, etc.
Application Fee
- Amount: ₹150/- + 18% GST = ₹177/-
- Exemption: SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from the fee.
- Payment Mode: Online via SBI Collect.
- Important: Keep the SBI Collect Reference Number and e-challan receipt to attach with the application.
Selection Process: Walk-in Written Test
The selection will be a single-stage process via a Walk-in Written Test.
- Pre-registration: Candidates must pre-register by scanning the QR Code provided in the official notification before the last date.
- Test Date & Venue: 11th January 2026 (Reporting Time: 9:00 AM) at Bharat Electronics Limited, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.
- Test Pattern: Written test of 100 marks with ¼ negative marking for each wrong answer.
- Qualifying Marks:
- General/EWS/OBC: 35%
- SC/ST/PwBD: 30%
- Documents: Candidates must bring the duly filled offline application form, original documents, photocopies, and fee payment proof.
No TA/DA will be provided for attending the selection process. No candidate will be allowed after 9:00 AM.
How to Apply Offline for BEL Recruitment 2026?
Follow these steps carefully to ensure your application is considered.
- Download Notification & Form: Visit the BEL careers portal at www.bel-india.in. Download the detailed notification (Advertisement No. 03/2025-26) and the prescribed application form.
- Pre-Register via QR Code: Scan the QR Code provided in the notification to complete the mandatory pre-registration.
- Pay Application Fee (if applicable): Pay the fee of ₹177 via SBI Collect Online. Save the reference number and e-challan.
- Fill Application Form: Fill the downloaded form neatly in BLOCK LETTERS. Paste a recent passport-size photograph.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested photocopies of:
- 10th & 12th Marksheets
- Degree Certificate & All Semester Marksheets
- Proof of Date of Birth (10th Certificate)
- Caste/EWS/PwBD Certificate (in prescribed format)
- SBI Collect Payment Proof (e-challan)
- ID Proof (Aadhaar, etc.)
- Submit Application: Send the complete application package via Registered Post/Speed Post/Courier to the address mentioned in the notification so that it reaches on or before 09.01.2026.
- Superscribe the envelope: “Application for the post of Trainee Engineer-I (Discipline) / Trainee Officer-I (Finance) – BEL Ghaziabad”.
Crucial Dates & Address
- Start Date for Application: 29 December 2025
- Last Date for Application Receipt: 09 January 2026 (11:00 AM)
- Walk-in Written Test Date: 11 January 2026 (9:00 AM)
- Test Venue: Bharat Electronics Limited, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.
Final Advice: Act promptly. Complete the QR code pre-registration and fee payment first. Ensure all certificates, especially the caste/EWS certificate, are in the exact format specified by BEL. Prepare for the written test with technical knowledge of your engineering discipline or finance concepts. Reach the test venue well before time on 11th January with all original documents.
If you have any questions or face issues during the application process, feel free to comment below.
Important Links
| Notification | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here Application Fee |
| Notification Video | Click Here |
| How to Make A Resume | Click Here |
| Download App | Click Here |
| Website | Click Here |
| SC, ST, OBC, Certificate (Video) | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Contact Our Online Application Team | Click Here |
| BEL Kotdwara Unit | Notification Apply Now Fee Payment |
Prescribed Format for EWS Certificate – [pdf, 67.59 KB]
Prescribed Format for OBC Certificate – [pdf, 408.8 KB]
