Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced the BSNL JTO Exam Date 2026 on 1st August 2026. As per the official notice released at bsnlregistration.ibtexamination.com, the BSNL Junior Telecom Officer (JTO) Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be held on 23rd August 2026. The exam is being conducted for candidates who applied under Advt. No. BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO for 100 JTO vacancies. Candidates who registered for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 should download their admit card and check the revised exam schedule, exam centre list, and exam pattern from this article.
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BSNL JTO Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post Name | Junior Telecom Officer (JTO) |
| Advertisement No. | BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO |
| Total Vacancies | 100 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| BSNL JTO Exam Date 2026 | 23rd August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 19th August 2026 |
| Number of Exam Cities | 27 |
| Official Website (Recruitment) | bsnl.co.in / www.externalexam.bsnl.co.in |
BSNL JTO Exam Date 2026: Important Dates
Here are all the key dates related to BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 and the exam schedule, based on the original notification and the revised exam date notice.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 27th May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 4th June 2026 (10 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 3rd July 2026 (10 AM) |
| Application Editing Window | 4th to 11th July 2026 (10 AM) |
| Exam Date Notice Released | 1st August 2026 |
| BSNL JTO Exam Date 2026 | 23rd August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 19th August 2026 |
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How to Download BSNL JTO Admit Card 2026
The BSNL JTO Admit Card / Hall Ticket will be issued only to candidates who successfully submitted their application under Advt. No. BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO. Follow these steps once the admit card is live:
- Visit the official exam portal at bsnlregistration.ibtexamination.com or the BSNL recruitment portal at www.externalexam.bsnl.co.in.
- Look for the link titled "BSNL JTO Admit Card 2026" or "Download Hall Ticket."
- Log in using your registration number/username and password created at the time of application.
- Your admit card will display on screen with your exam date, reporting time, and allotted exam centre.
- Download the admit card and take a clear printout.
- Carry the printed admit card along with a valid original photo ID proof to the exam centre entry will not be permitted without both.
Candidates should carefully verify their name, photograph, exam date, and exam centre details on the admit card immediately after downloading it, and report any discrepancy to BSNL without delay.
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BSNL JTO Exam Pattern 2026
The BSNL JTO exam is a single-tier Computer-Based Test consisting of 120 objective-type multiple-choice questions carried out over 3 hours. Each correct answer carries 4 marks, and each wrong answer attracts a negative marking of 1 mark.
| Section | Topic | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | Engineering Stream - Section I | 50 | 200 |
| II | Engineering Stream - Section II | 50 | 200 |
| III | General Ability Test | 20 | 80 |
| Total | - | 120 | 480 |
Total Exam Duration: 3 Hours
BSNL JTO Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Part I (Common) | Part II (Core) | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 45% | 45% | 50% |
| SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, EWS | 35% | 35% | 45% |
BSNL JTO Exam Centres 2026
The BSNL JTO CBT 2026 will be conducted across 27 examination cities in India. Candidates must check their exact exam centre, address, and reporting time printed on their individual admit card, as the allotted centre is final.
- Port Blair
- Vijayawada
- Guwahati
- Patna
- Chennai
- Raipur
- Ahmedabad
- Ambala
- Shimla
- Jammu
- Ranchi
- Bangalore
- Thiruvananthapuram
- Kolkata
- Bhopal
- Mumbai
- Shillong
- Dimapur
- New Delhi
- Bhubaneshwar
- Chandigarh
- Jaipur
- Gangtok
- Hyderabad
- Lucknow
- Meerut
- Dehradun
BSNL JTO Selection Process 2026
BSNL will select candidates for the Junior Telecom Officer post through the following stages:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Only candidates who qualify the CBT with the required minimum qualifying marks will be called for document verification and medical examination.
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Important Instructions for BSNL JTO Exam 2026
- Reach the exam centre well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card; late entry will not be permitted.
- Carry a printed admit card and one valid original photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving Licence).
- Electronic devices, calculators, and any written material are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.
- Verify the exam date, exam centre, and personal details on the admit card as soon as it is released, and contact BSNL for corrections immediately if needed.
- Keep checking the official website regularly for city intimation slips and any further updates before the exam.
BSNL JTO Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| BSNL JTO Exam Date Official Notice PDF | Download PDF |
| BSNL Official Website | bsnl.co.in |
