Balmer Lawrie ET Recruitment 2026
Apply Online for 62 Executive Trainee Vacancies
Brief Notification Overview:
Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd., a prestigious Mini Ratna I Public Sector Company under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, has officially released its Executive Trainee Recruitment Notification (Ref. No.: BL/CHRD/RECT/ET/2025-26/1). The company is inviting applications from dynamic Graduate Engineers and MBA professionals to fill 62 Executive Trainee positions.
The online registration portal opens on 19th May 2026 and will permanently close on 9th June 2026. Candidates must secure a minimum of 65% aggregate marks (60% for reserved categories) in their qualifying degree to be eligible. Selected candidates will undergo a 1-year training-cum-probation period with an attractive starting basic pay of Rs. 40,000/-.
1. Important Dates and Schedule
Candidates must complete the entire online application process, including fee payment, strictly within the specified dates to ensure successful submission.
| Balmer Lawrie ET Recruitment Schedule 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Important Timelines | |
| Opening Date for Online Registration: | 19/05/2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Registration: | 09/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Submission: | 11/06/2026 |
2. Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
There are a total of 62 vacancies divided between Graduate Engineering (23 posts) and Management/MBA (39 posts).
| Discipline / Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| A. Graduate Engineering | |
| Executive Trainee (Mechanical) | 09 |
| Executive Trainee (Chemical) | 06 |
| Executive Trainee (Information Technology) | 06 |
| Executive Trainee (Food / Leather Technology) | 02 |
| B. MBA / Equivalent | |
| Executive Trainee (Sales & Marketing) | 16 |
| Executive Trainee (Operations) | 11 |
| Executive Trainee (SCM) | 05 |
| Executive Trainee (IT / HR / Logistics / IT-Finance) | 07 |
| Grand Total | 62 Posts |
3. Educational Qualifications
Candidates must secure a minimum of 65% aggregate marks (60% for SC/ST/PwBD) in their qualifying examination. Distance learning or part-time degrees are NOT eligible.
Human Resource Management
- Minimum 60% in a 3-year full-time Graduation degree.
- Minimum 60% in a 2-year full-time Post Graduation (MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/MMS) strictly with a specialization in Human Resource Management or Personnel Management.
Administration
- Minimum 60% in a 3-year full-time Graduation degree.
- Minimum 60% in a 2-year full-time Post Graduation (MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/MMS) with a specialization in Hotel and Hospitality Management / Facilities Management.
- OR: Minimum 60% in B-Tech in Civil Engineering AND Post Graduation (MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/MMS) in any discipline.
4. Age Limit Constraints
The upper age limit is calculated strictly as of 09th June 2026. Candidates seeking age relaxation must produce valid category certificates.
- Minimum Age: 21 Years.
- Maximum Age (General/UR): 28 Years.
- Maximum Age (OBC Non-Creamy Layer): 31 Years.
- PwBD Relaxations: The upper age limit is relaxed by 10 years for PwBD candidates, subject to holding a valid disability certificate indicating not less than 40% relevant disability.
5. Pay Scale and Allowances
Candidates will first be engaged as trainees and then subsequently absorbed into the regular payroll of the Bank.
- Training Phase: Candidates will be placed in the E1 pay scale of Rs. 40,000 - 1,40,000/- at a Basic Pay of Rs. 40,000/-.
- Allowances: During training, candidates are entitled to DA (IDA pattern), HRA, Perks & Allowances under the Cafeteria Approach, and Medical Facilities.
- Absorption: Upon successful completion of training, candidates will be confirmed in the E-1 grade with one additional increment.
- Service Bond: Selected candidates must execute a personal bond for Rs. 3 Lakhs to serve the Bank for 1 year as a Trainee and a minimum of 5 years as a permanent employee.
6. Application Fee Details
Fees must be remitted strictly through the online payment gateway. Fees once paid are non-refundable.
| Applicant Category | Application Fee / Intimation Charges |
|---|---|
| Fee Structure | |
| General and OBC Candidates | Rs. 500/- |
| SC, ST, PwBD, EWS, and Female Candidates | Rs. 100/- (Intimation Charges Only) |
7. Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection procedure comprises a Written Examination followed by a Personal Interview.
- Written Examination: A 2-hour 30-minute subjective test focusing on Professional Knowledge (100 Marks). It includes Subject Matter knowledge (40 marks) and Attempting 6 out of 8 questions (60 marks).
- Personal Interview: Candidates shortlisted based on the written test will be called for an interview.
- Final Merit List: The final selection will be based on the aggregate marks of the Written Examination (70% weightage) and the Personal Interview (30% weightage).
8. Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online
The application process is strictly digital. Make sure your scanned documents conform to the specified dimensions and file sizes.
- Document Preparation: Prepare scanned copies of your passport-size photo, signature (black ink), and relevant academic certificates (PDF).
- Portal Access: Visit the career section on the official website: www.balmerlawrie.com.
- Registration: Click on "APPLY ONLINE" -> "Click here for New Registration" and generate your Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Form Completion: Enter your academic and personal details carefully. Save the data frequently using the "SAVE AND NEXT" option.
- Uploads: Upload the aforementioned documents in their respective fields.
- Fee Payment: Proceed to the payment gateway to pay the applicable fees using Debit/Credit cards or Internet Banking.
- Confirmation: Submit the form and retain the system-generated application printout for document verification.
| Crucial Direct Links | |
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| Important Web Links | |
| Download Official Notification PDF | |
| Official Application Portal | |
10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This career guidance blog post has been developed for informational and educational purposes, extracting data directly from the official notification. Candidates are strongly directed to read the complete detailed notification PDF on the official Balmer Lawrie careers website to cross-verify precise eligibility nuances and specific documentary guidelines before executing their online submissions.


