Bharat Electronics (BEL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 12 Project Engineer I Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official BEL website. The last date to submit the application form is 09-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the BEL Project Engineer I Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
BEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
Note: Number of vacancies may be increased or decreased based on the actual requirement at the discretion of the Management.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering (4-year course) from a recognized University/Institution in disciplines like Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electrical, Computer Science, Information Technology etc. (Pass Class for General, OBC, EWS, SC/ST/PwBD).
- Essential Qualification: Degree from AICTE/UGC approved college/Institute or recognized University.
- Desirable Qualification: Experience in IP Networking, Helpdesk Management.
- Experience: 2 years post qualification relevant industrial experience as on 01 February 2026. Experience in IT Infrastructure Projects, IP Networking, Data Centre Projects, CCTV Projects, Sensors based IOT Projects preferred. (Teaching/Academic/Research work and internships not considered).
Salary/ Stipend
- Project Engineer-I: All-inclusive consolidated remuneration of ₹40,000/- per month for the 1st year.
- Increment of ₹5,000/- per year for every extension of contract (up to maximum 4 years tenure).
- Consolidated amount of ₹12,000/- per year towards insurance premium, attire allowance, stitching charges, footwear allowance etc.
- Area Allowance: 10% of the consolidated remuneration (for postings outside Unit/Regional Office locations).
- Retention Bonus: ₹25,000/- per completed year (payable at the end of 4 years tenure, total ₹1,00,000/-).
Age Limit (as on 01 February 2026)
- Upper age limit: 32 years for General & EWS Category.
- Relaxation: 3 years for OBC (NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD (minimum 40% disability) candidates.
Application Fee
Fee to be paid via SBI Collect (online mode). Fee once paid will not be refunded.
Important Dates
Selection Process
- Pre-Registered Walk-in Selection at project locations in Kerala.
- Mandatory online registration via Microsoft Office Form (18 Feb to 09 Mar 2026).
- Written Test: 85 marks for eligible candidates.
- Interview: 15 marks (for candidates qualifying written test in 1:5 ratio).
- Final selection based on merit; shortlisted names published on BEL website.
General Information/ Instructions
- Candidates must be willing to be posted across Kerala and travel across India.
- Only Indian Nationals need to apply.
- Shortlisting based on information declared in application form.
- False information will lead to disqualification at any stage.
- No separate communication for non-selection.
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
- BEL reserves the right to cancel/modify the recruitment process.
- Selected candidates to obtain Medical Insurance (₹2 lakhs) and Life Cover (₹5 lakhs) at joining.
- BEL has a transparent recruitment process based purely on merit.
How to Apply
- Register online through Microsoft Office Form using the link/QR code on BEL website.
- Online registrations open from 18 February 2026 to 09 March 2026.
- Save and print the filled application form.
- Carry printout + 2 passport size photos + all relevant documents to the walk-in selection venue (intimated via email).
- Pay application fee via SBI Collect before submitting form.
- One application per candidate only; latest application considered.
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