Official source: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence – Advt. No. 12949/HR/GAD/NCS/2026/02 dated 25.09.2026, for Executives in E-I Grade (ESM) at its NCS & Radar SBU/Ghaziabad Complex. Application must be sent by post/courier only in the prescribed format; hand-delivered or online applications are not accepted. This article is translated and adapted from the original bilingual (Hindi/English) notification.
BEL Sr. Asst. Engineer (ESM) Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navaratna Company and Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence |
| Complex/Unit | NCS & Radar SBU / Ghaziabad Complex |
| Advertisement No. | 12949/HR/GAD/NCS/2026/02 dated 25.09.2026 |
| Post Name | Senior Assistant Engineer, E-I Grade (Fixed Tenure) |
| Total Posts | 36 (33 Electronics/Electronics & Communication stream + 3 Electrical stream) |
| Eligible Candidates | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) – Junior Commissioned Officers (JWO or above rank) from the Indian Air Force only; reservation is 100% for Ex-servicemen |
| Application Mode | Offline only – by Registered Post/Speed Post/Courier; hand-delivered applications not accepted |
BEL Sr. Asst. Engineer Recruitment Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Note: Candidates still serving and yet to be discharged may also apply, provided their probable date of discharge is not more than 3 months after the last date of this advertisement (i.e., not later than approximately mid-January 2027), supported by documentary proof of medical category, character, and probable discharge date.
BEL Sr. Asst. Engineer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
33 Electronics/E&C Stream
3 Electrical Stream
36 Total Posts
Category-wise Breakup (Combined, Both Streams)
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 15 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 08 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 09 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 04 |
| Total | 36 |
Note: 1 post out of the total 36 is reserved for PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability). Reservation is 100% for Ex-Servicemen – this recruitment is not open to civilian candidates. BEL reserves the right to change the number of posts based on actual requirement at the time of selection.
BEL Sr. Asst. Engineer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- 3-year Diploma in Electronics Engineering or equivalent, OR
- 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum percentage/class required: Pass Class
Armed Forces Rank & Service Requirement
- Should be a Junior Commissioned Officer of the rank of Junior Warrant Officer (JWO) or above from the Indian Air Force
- Must have completed 15 years of service in the Indian Air Force
- Discharge book/certificate from the Indian Air Force must clearly indicate medical category, date of discharge, and an Exemplary/Very Good or equivalent record
Post-Qualification Experience
The candidate's 15 years of service in the Indian Air Force itself constitutes the required post-qualification experience for this post.
BEL Sr. Asst. Engineer Recruitment 2026 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 |
BEL Sr. Asst. Engineer Recruitment 2026 Pay Scale
| 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.
BEL Sr. Asst. Engineer Recruitment 2026 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 for BEL Sr. Asst. Engineer Recruitment 2026
- 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.
Documents Required
- 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.
Important Conditions
- Tenure of engagement is 15 years or up to superannuation (60 years of age), whichever is earlier; the engagement is reviewed every 5 years based on individual performance and project requirements
- Posting shall be at PAN-India project site locations as per company requirement (e.g., Vadsar/Ahmedabad, Ayanagar/Delhi, Jodhpur, Bangalore, Shillong, Memaura/Lucknow, Salua/West Bengal, Port Blair, Ambala, Barnala, Bikaner, Gwalior, Hashimara, Kavaratti, Leh, Tambaram, Tezpur)
- Request for change of category (General/SC/ST/OBC-NCL) once declared in the application will not be entertained
- Mere fulfilment of the minimum qualification and experience does not entitle a candidate to be called for the written test
- Mere issue of an admit card does not imply that the candidature has been finally cleared by BEL
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification; BEL reserves the right to debar/disqualify any candidate at any stage
- BEL reserves the right to change (cancel/modify/add) any criteria, method of selection, or number of posts based on actual requirement at the time of selection
- Any dispute arising from this recruitment is subject to the sole jurisdiction of Courts/Tribunals at Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
- In case of any dispute in interpreting a non-English version of the advertisement, the English version on the BEL website shall prevail
- BEL does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process beyond the application fee (if any) mentioned in the advertisement; job seekers are cautioned against fraudsters demanding money in BEL's name
