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Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) Project Engineer Notification 2026 has been released on 08.08.2026 on the official website edn.bhel.com. A total of 16 vacancies have been announced through the BHEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 32 years of age who have a Full-Time Degree in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Computer Science with at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) and a minimum of 12 months of relevant post-qualification work experience are eligible to apply for these Project Engineer vacancies. The online application process for BHEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026 has started on 08.08.2026 and will remain open until 22.08.2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
Notification PDF For BHEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026
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BHEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), India's premier engineering and manufacturing enterprise under the Government of India, has invited applications through its Electronics Division (BHEL EDN), Bengaluru, for the post of Project Engineer on Fixed Tenure Basis. The engagement is for a period of two years and candidates will be posted at the Defence and Aerospace Business Group (DABG) of BHEL-Electronics Division, Bengaluru, or anywhere in India as per requirement.
This recruitment is notified under Advertisement No. FTA 01/2026. Below is a quick overview of the BHEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Electronics Division, Bengaluru |
| Advertisement No. | FTA 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Project Engineer |
| Type of Engagement | Fixed Tenure Basis (2 Years) |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Department | Defence and Aerospace Business Group (DABG), ESD |
| Job Location | Bengaluru or anywhere in India as per requirement |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Websites | edn.bhel.com / careers.bhel.in |
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BHEL Project Engineer Important Dates
Candidates applying for BHEL Project Engineer Vacancy 2026 should note the following key dates for the application process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of online submission of applications | 08.08.2026 |
| Closing of online submission of applications | 22.08.2026 |
| Last date for receipt of downloaded application form and self-attested documents by post | 27.08.2026 |
| Last date of receipt of hard copies from far-flung areas* | 29.08.2026 |
*Far-flung areas include Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Jammu & Kashmir, Lahaul & Spiti District and Pangi Sub-Division of Chamba District (Himachal Pradesh), Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, or abroad.
BHEL Project Engineer Vacancy 2026 Details
A total of 16 vacancies have been notified for the Project Engineer post under the Defence and Aerospace Business Group (DABG), ESD. The number of vacancies is tentative and may vary based on further assessment by BHEL.
| Category | UR | EWS | OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Engineer | 8 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 16 |
Reservation for Persons with Disability and Ex-servicemen will be applied as per Government of India directives, as specified in the official notification.
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BHEL Project Engineer Eligibility Criteria
BHEL Project Engineer Qualification
Candidates must hold a Full-Time Degree in Electronics / Electrical / Instrumentation / Computer Science with at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) or equivalent CGPA in aggregate of all years/semesters from a recognized University/Institution.
In addition, candidates must have a minimum of 12 months of relevant post-qualification work experience, exclusive of any Trainee/Apprenticeship period. The notification lists the following essential skill areas:
- Basic knowledge of Control Systems
- Familiarity with various communication protocols
- Testing & commissioning of Control Systems
- Minimum 12 months of experience in Erection & Commissioning supervision
- Ability to read Drawings, Electrical Schematics, Wiring Charts, and Hook-up Drawings
- Ability to handle test instruments such as Calibrator, Analog & Digital Multimeter
- Willingness to work on-board Naval ships in staggered shifts, Pan-India
- Good communication skills to independently handle customers
Desirable qualifications include prior experience with Control System Hardware and System Engineering, Shipboard Propulsion Control Systems, Power Management Systems, Auxiliary Control Systems, Battle Damage Control Systems, exposure to Setting to Work (STW)/Harbour Acceptance Trials (HAT)/Sea Acceptance Trials (SAT), and prior experience handling Naval Inspectors or Classification Societies such as IRS, ABS, DNV, and LRS.
BHEL Project Engineer Age Limit
The upper age limit is 32 years as on 01.08.2026, along with the required 12 months of cumulative post-qualification relevant work experience.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD - General | 10 years |
| PwBD - OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 13 years |
| PwBD - SC/ST | 15 years |
| J&K Domicile (01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989) | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen / EWS | As per extant Government Rules |
Candidates should ensure that they meet the prescribed age limit as on the specified cut-off date. You can use our Age Calculator to check your exact age and confirm your eligibility before applying.
BHEL Project Engineer Salary
Selected candidates will receive the following compensation, along with medical benefits, as per the official notification.
| Post | Compensation | Medical Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Project Engineer | 1st Year: Rs. 84,000/- per month 2nd Year: Rs. 88,000/- per month |
Reimbursement of premium for Mediclaim Policy of Rs. 5 lakhs for self and family (self, spouse, and dependent children) |
BHEL Project Engineer Application Fee
A non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 236/- is payable by General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC/ST candidates and Persons with Disability are exempted from paying the processing fee. The fee must be paid online through SBI Collect, using the link provided on the official website. Payment through Demand Draft, Money Order, Postal Order, Cheque, or any other offline mode is not accepted.
BHEL Project Engineer Selection Process
The selection process for BHEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026 is as follows:
- If the number of eligible applicants for a post is up to 1:10 of the number of vacancies, Personal Interviews will be conducted for all eligible candidates.
- If the number of eligible applicants exceeds the 1:10 ratio, the number of candidates called for Personal Interview will be restricted based on the aggregate marks obtained in the qualifying examination (Degree).
The engagement is purely on a Fixed Tenure Basis and is not against any permanent vacancy. It does not entitle any candidate to claim regular or permanent employment with BHEL in the future.
How to Apply for BHEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026
BHEL Project Engineer Apply Online - Steps
- Applications must be submitted online only through edn.bhel.com or careers.bhel.in.
- Fill in the online application form and pay the applicable fee (if any) online through SBI Collect. Enter the bank receipt/journal number in the application form.
- After successful submission, print the application form, which will carry a unique acknowledgement number.
- Send the printed application form, along with the fee receipt (wherever applicable), to:
"AGM (HR), Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, Electronics Division, P. B. No. 2606, Mysore Road, Bengaluru-560026", so as to reach latest by 27.08.2026. - Superscribe the envelope as "Application for Appointment as Project Engineer on Fixed Tenure Basis- DABG".
Documents such as the Class X certificate for date of birth, category certificates (EWS/SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen), mark sheets, additional qualification proof, CGPA conversion proof, and experience certificates with salary slips are required only at the time of interview, if called for. BHEL is not responsible for any postal loss or delay in receipt of applications.
