DoT Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 15 Stenographer Grade II Group, Junior Engineer Group Posts

Serving officials of Central and State Governments, Union Territories, autonomous and statutory bodies, public sector undertakings, universities and recognised research institutions can apply on deputation for 15 posts in the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, Government of India: 11 Junior Engineer (Telecom) posts in Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400) and 4 Stenographer Grade-II posts in Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 - 81,100). The deputation is for three years or till a regular incumbent joins, whichever is earlier. Applications in the prescribed format must be forwarded through proper channel to the O/o Special DGT, Delhi LSA, New Delhi; the circular gives the last date of application submission as 25 November 2026.

DoT Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About DoT Recruitment 2026

The Department of Telecommunications is part of the Ministry of Communications, Government of India. This deputation vacancy circular is issued by the Office of the Special DGT, Delhi Licensed Service Area (LSA), 5th Floor, Mahanagar Doorsanchar Bhawan, New Delhi. The Junior Engineer (Telecom) posts are spread over DoT HQ, DGT HQ, Delhi LSA and the RE offices at Mumbai and Patna, while the Stenographer Grade-II posts are in Delhi LSA.

Vacancy Details

The circular lists 15 vacancies, with the place of posting for each.

JE(T) applicants tick the place of posting they apply for (Delhi LSA, RE Office, DGT HQ or DoT HQ) in the application form.

Who Can Apply

These are deputation posts. Only serving officials of the organisations named for each post can apply, and their applications must be forwarded by their employer.

Junior Engineer (Telecom) Group 'B', Level-6

Educational qualification:

• Bachelor degree in Engineering or Technology in Electrical or Electronics or Electrical Communications or Electronics Communications or Computer Science or Telecommunications or Information Technology or Instrumentation from a recognised University or Institute.
• Candidates who passed Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India), or the Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (India), or Associate Membership Examination Parts II and III or Sections A and B of the Aeronautical Society of India, are also eligible if they were enrolled with these institutions up to 31 May 2013.

Service required: Officers of the Central Government or State Government or Union Territories or autonomous bodies or statutory organisations or public sector undertakings or Universities or recognised research institutions:

• holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR
• with six years service rendered after appointment to the post on a regular basis in Level-5 in the pay matrix (Rs. 29,200 - 92,300) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department.

The period of deputation, including deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately before this appointment, shall ordinarily not exceed three years.

Stenographer Grade-II Group 'C', Level-4

Educational qualification: 12th pass from a recognised Board.

Skill Test Norms:

• Dictation: 10 minutes at 80 words per minute.
• Transcription: 50 minutes (English), 65 minutes (Hindi) - only on computer.

Service required: Employees of Central Government, State Government, Union Territories, Central autonomous or statutory organisation, Central Public Sector Undertakings, Central Government University or Recognized Central Research Institutions:

• holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre or Department; OR
• with eight years' service rendered after appointment to the post on a regular basis in Level-2 in the pay matrix (Rs. 19,900 - 63,200) or equivalent in the parent cadre or Department.

The period of deputation shall ordinarily not exceed three years.

Age Limit

For both posts, the maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. The notice does not mention any age relaxation.

Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of each post.

Pay and Tenure

The deputation for both posts shall be for three years or till a regular incumbent joins, whichever is earlier. Further extension is governed by the applicable rules and guidelines. The terms and conditions are regulated by DoT OM No. 20-01/2023-SEA-II dated 31.10.2023, its corrigendum dated 01.11.2023 and DoPT OM No. DOPT-1726140763694 dated 28.03.2024, which are attached to the circular. The DoT terms include:

• Pay fixed in accordance with DoPT instructions; DA as applicable to Central Government employees.
• HRA and Transport Allowance at the rate admissible under DoT rules; Children Education Allowance as per Central Government rules.
• Joining time pay for both ways, and transfer travelling allowance for joining and repatriation, borne by DoT.
• Leave Rules of the parent department apply; DoT pays the Leave Salary Contribution. LTC under Central Government LTC Rules at DoT's cost.
• Medical facilities as per the policy of the borrowing organisation; the CGHS card is surrendered at repatriation.
• Accommodation as per DoT officials, with standard licence fee; EPF, gratuity, insurance and (for BSNL staff) Superannuation Pension Scheme contributions handled as set out in the OM.

How to Apply for DoT Recruitment 2026

1. Fill the application form at Annexure-I(A) for Junior Engineer (Telecom) or Annexure-I(B) for Stenographer Grade-II, with a recent self-attested photo.
2. Sign the declaration at Annexure-II.
3. Get the employer or competent authority to complete the certification at Annexure-III and countersign the form with seal.
4. Attach the documents in the Annexure-IV checklist.
5. Have the Head of Department or Cadre Controlling Authority forward the application through proper channel to: ADG (Admin & HR), O/o Special DGT Delhi LSA, 5th Floor, Mahanagar Doorsanchar Bhawan, Near Zakir Hussain College, Jawaharlal Nehru Marg (Old Minto Road), New Delhi - 110002.
6. Optionally, send an advance copy by email to [email protected] with copy to [email protected]; it is considered only if the duly signed physical copy is received through proper channel.

Documents named in the notice

• Annexure-I(A) / I(B) Application Form duly filled
• Annexure-II (Declaration)
• Annexure-III duly attested (Certification by Employer), covering vigilance clearance, integrity and penalties in the last 5 years
• Attested copies of last 5 years APAR (attested by an officer of the rank of Under Secretary or above)
• Copy of latest month salary slip
• Copy of official ID card
• Copy of proof of present address

Selection and Interview

A Selection Committee will first shortlist applications on the basis of the eligibility criteria. The committee may then hold a personal interaction (interview) with shortlisted candidates. The criteria for selection may include experience in the relevant field, depth of knowledge and qualification. The decision of the Head of Delhi LSA (Special DGT, Delhi LSA) shall be final and binding.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Applications received after the last date, not forwarded through proper channel, without prescribed documents or otherwise incomplete will be summarily rejected.
• The competent authority of the lending organisation must certify that the details are verified from service records and countersign with the office seal.
• Only candidates whose services can be spared on deputation immediately on selection should be forwarded.
• Selected officials have no claim to seniority for deputation service and no entitlement to absorption in DoT (Annexure-II).
• An official is liable to be repatriated to the parent organisation for any inaccuracy in the details or contravention of deputation rules.
• The Head of Delhi LSA reserves the right to accept or reject any or all responses without assigning reasons.

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