Overview
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navaratna Company and Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence has released a recruitment notification for the post of Senior Assistant Engineer, E-I Grade (Fixed Tenure) (36 (33 Electronics/Electronics & Communication stream + 3 Electrical stream) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply offline only – by registered post/speed post/courier; hand-delivered applications not accepted as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navaratna Company and Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence
- Qualification
- • 3-year Diploma in Electronics Engineering or equivalent, OR • 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent • Minimum percentage/class required: Pass Class
- Vacancies
- 36 (33 Electronics/Electronics & Communication stream + 3 Electrical stream)
- Advertisement No
- 12949/HR/GAD/NCS/2026/02 dated 25.09.2026
- Last date to apply
- 16 October 2026
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application (by post) | 16 October 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Required Date of Retirement from IAF | On or before 01.08.2026 (per the eligibility table); a separate clause in the notification states 31.07.2026 – candidates should confirm the exact cut-off with BEL |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 09 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 04 |
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Vacancy Details
33 Electronics/E&C Stream 3 Electrical Stream 36 Total Posts
Eligibility
• 3-year Diploma in Electronics Engineering or equivalent, OR • 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent • Minimum percentage/class required: Pass Class
Age Limit
Category: Maximum Age (as on 01.08.2026) General Candidates: 50 years OBC-NCL Candidates: 53 years SC/ST Candidates: 55 years PwBD Candidates: Relaxation as per Government of India Rules in the respective category
Salary
Grade: Pay Scale E-I Grade: ₹30,000 – 3% – ₹1,20,000 In addition to Basic Pay, the remuneration package includes Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Perquisites at 35% of annual Basic Pay, reimbursement of medical expenses, Group Insurance, PF, Gratuity, PRP, etc., as per Company rules.
Selection Process
• Selection is through a Written Test, followed by an Interview only for those candidates who qualify in the written test • Candidates are shortlisted for interview in the ratio of 1:7 (as per vacancy in each category) • Where the number of eligible applicants is high, the number called for the written test itself may be limited in proportion to the requirement, based on academic excellence, experience, etc. • Candidature is provisional at all stages and subject to satisfactory antecedent verification; an adverse antecedent report leads to cancellation • Appointment of selected candidates is subject to being found medically fit in a Pre-Employment Medical Examination – no relaxation in health standards is allowed Not specified in the official notification: the written test syllabus, number of questions, marks distribution, or duration.
How to Apply
• Download the application format from www.bel-india.in. • Fill the application form in the prescribed format on A4 size paper, in capital letters, and paste a recent photograph on it. • Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (see Documents Required below). • Place the filled application and documents in a sealed cover, superscribing on the cover: "Application for the post of Sr. Asst. Engineer, E-I Grade/NCS SBU". • Send the sealed cover by Registered Post/Speed Post/Courier only to: Deputy General Manager (HR & Administration), Bharat Electronics Limited, Ghaziabad. • Ensure the application reaches BEL on or before 16 October 2026. Important: Applications delivered by hand will not be accepted. Only one application should be submitted per candidate; if multiple applications are received, only the latest valid (completed) one will be retained. Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
Required Documents
• Recent colour passport-size photograph • SSLC mark card (as proof of age) • Self-attested copies of certificates and mark sheets for all semesters/years of the Diploma Engineering (or equivalent) examination • Experience certificate/appointment letter/latest salary slip from present employer (if currently employed) • PAN Card copy (identity proof) • Aadhaar Card copy (identity proof) • Discharge book/certificate issued by the Indian Air Force, clearly indicating medical category, date of discharge, and Exemplary/Very Good or equivalent record • Caste/tribe/community certificate issued by competent authority, if applicable • Disability certificate (for PwBD) / caste certificate for OBC(NCL)/SC/ST in the prescribed format available on the BEL website; OBC-NCL candidates must submit a certificate issued on or after 01.08.2026 • No Objection Certificate, for candidates currently employed in Government/Quasi-Government/PSU organisations (or the application must be routed through proper channel) • Documentary proof of medical category, character, and probable date of discharge, for candidates still serving and yet to be discharged Failure to enclose the required documents will result in disqualification. Applications that are incomplete, not in the prescribed format, or missing the required enclosures will be summarily rejected without assigning reasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for BEL Senior Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 36 Posts?
Advertisement Date: 25 September 2026; Last Date for Receipt of Application (by post): 16 October 2026; Age Reckoning Date: 01 August 2026; Required Date of Retirement from IAF: On or before 01.08.2026 (per the eligibility table); a separate clause in the notification states 31.07.2026 – candidates should confirm the exact cut-off with BEL; SC (Scheduled Caste): 09; ST (Scheduled Tribe): 04
What is the age limit?
Category: Maximum Age (as on 01.08.2026) General Candidates: 50 years OBC-NCL Candidates: 53 years SC/ST Candidates: 55 years PwBD Candidates: Relaxation as per Government of India Rules in the respective category
What is the selection process?
• Selection is through a Written Test, followed by an Interview only for those candidates who qualify in the written test • Candidates are shortlisted for interview in the ratio of 1:7 (as per vacancy in each category) • Where the number of eligible applicants is high, the number called for the written test itself may be limited in proportion to the requirement, based on academic excellence, experience, etc. • Candidature is provisional at all stages and subject to satisfactory antecedent verification; an adverse antecedent report leads to cancellation • Appointment of selected candidates is subject to being found medically fit in a Pre-Employment Medical Examination – no relaxation in health standards is allowed Not specified in the official notification: the written test syllabus, number of questions, marks distribution, or duration.