BEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026

BEL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 9 Project Engineer-I Vacancies at Bharat Electronics Limited (Bengaluru Complex) Total Openings: 09 Vacancies Job Type: Temporary Basis (up to 4 years) Salary: Up to ₹ 55,000/- PM + Allowances Deadline: 04 July 2026 Critical Recruitment Overview Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), India’s premier Navratna Professional Electronics Company under the Ministry of Defence, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Project Engineer-I. The recruitment aims to fill 09 vacancies on a temporary basis for its Naval Systems (S&CS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This is an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates with relevant post-qualification experience to work on vital defense electronics projects. Selected candidates will be initially engaged for a period of 3 years, extendable up to a maximum of 4 years based on project requirements and performance. The deployment locations include key cities such as New Delhi, Gurgaon, Gandhinagar, Vizag, Kolkata, Kochi, Chennai, Portblair, and Mumbai. Candidates must be prepared for frequent travel to testing and product support sites and must be ready to relocate anywhere in India. The online application process begins on 17 June 2026, and all submissions must be completed by 04 July 2026. Comprehensive Content Index 1. Important Dates & Action Timeline 2. Vacancy Breakdown & Remuneration 3. Age Limit & Educational Qualifications 4. Post Qualification Experience Requirements 5. Selection Procedure & Syllabus Details 6. Application Fee & Payment Process 7. Step-by-Step Online Application Protocol 8. Important Official Links 9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 1. Important Dates & Action Timeline Candidates must adhere strictly to the recruitment timeline. Late applications or fee payments will not be entertained. BEL Project Engineer-I Recruitment Timeline Date of Release of Advertisement: 17 June 2026 Commencement of On-Line Registration: 17 June 2026 Last Date for On-Line Registration & Submission: 04 July 2026 Crucial Date for Age & Experience Calculation: 01 June 2026 2. Vacancy Breakdown & Remuneration The vacancies are categorized based on two specific Post Codes, each with distinct posting locations and reservation criteria. Vacancy Distribution & Locations Post Name Post Code Total Posts & Reservation Places of Posting Project Engineer-I for NS (S&CS) PRE-I (SSI-2026) Total: 05 UR: 03 OBC: 01 SC: 01 New Delhi, Gurgaon, Gandhinagar, Vizag, Kolkata, Kochi, Chennai, Portblair & Mumbai PRE-I (TSCS-2026) Total: 04 UR: 01 OBC: 01 EWS: 02 Vizag, Kolkata Grand Total Openings 09 Vacancies Note: 4% of the posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Candidates can apply for unreserved posts if they meet the UR eligibility criteria. Remuneration & Allowances Consolidated Monthly Remuneration: 1st Year: ₹ 40,000/- 2nd Year: ₹ 45,000/- 3rd Year: ₹ 50,000/- 4th Year (if extended): ₹ 55,000/- Additional Allowances: A consolidated amount of ₹ 12,000/- per year will be paid towards the reimbursement of expenses like medical insurance premium, life insurance premium, uniforms, stitching charges, footwear allowance, etc. Retention Bonus: Project Engineers who complete an overall tenure of 4 years will be entitled to a retention bonus of ₹ 25,000/- for every completed year. This total amount of ₹ 1,00,000/- will be payable only at the end of the 4th year. 3. Age Limit & Educational Qualifications Age Limit (As on 01.06.2026) The upper age limit for General and EWS candidates is 32 Years. Age relaxations are applicable as per Government guidelines: OBC Candidates: 3 Years relaxation (Upper age limit 35 years). SC/ST Candidates: 5 Years relaxation (Upper age limit 37 years). PwBD Candidates (minimum 40% disability): 10 Years relaxation in addition to their respective category relaxation. Educational Qualifications Candidates must possess a Full-Time BE / B.Tech degree with a minimum Pass Class in the relevant disciplines mentioned below: Post Code Required Engineering Disciplines (Full-Time BE/B.Tech) PRE-I (SSI-2026) Electronics & Communication / Electronics / Telecommunication / Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electrical & Electronics / Electrical / Mechanical / Computer Science PRE-I (TSCS-2026) Electronics & Communication / Electronics / Telecommunication / Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electrical & Electronics / Electrical / Electronics & Instrumentation / Instrumentation 4. Post Qualification Experience Requirements All applicants must possess a minimum of 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience as of 01.06.2026. For PRE-I (SSI-2026): Experience in the installation and commissioning of Electronic/Electrical systems projects. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Data network, VSAT communication, RHEL operating systems/Server storage, and Voice & Video Networking. For PRE-I (TSCS-2026): Experience in the installation and commissioning of Electronics/Electrical systems and integration of Electronic/Embedded systems for any projects. Important Experience Guidelines Only relevant post-qualification experience will be considered. Work experience gained prior to completing the required degree will not qualify. Teaching/Research work, experience in non-profit organizations, and internship/project work placements (as part of academic curriculum) will not be considered as valid experience. Candidates must possess clear experience certificates from previous and current employers indicating the exact period of employment and post held. 5. Selection Procedure & Syllabus Details The selection process consists of two stages: a Written Test followed by a Personal Interview. Written Test (85 Marks): Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be called for a Written Test. Personal Interview (15 Marks): Candidates who clear the written test will be shortlisted for the interview in a ratio of 1:5 based on category-wise vacancies. Minimum Qualifying Marks General/EWS/OBC Candidates: 35% in both the Written Test and Interview. SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: 30% in both the Written Test and Interview. Note: The venue for the Written Test and Interview will be intimated later via email. 6. Application Fee & Payment Process The application fee must be remitted strictly through the SBI Collect portal (online or via SBI Branch challan). Fee once paid is non-refundable. Category Application Fee General / OBC / EWS ₹ 472/- (₹ 400 + 18% GST) SC / ST / PwBD Exempted (No Fee Required) Payment Instructions (SBI Collect) Access the SBI Collect portal using the specific corporate ID link provided in the official notification. Select Payment Category: RECT OF PRE-I/NS1-2026. Candidates can pay online or generate a pre-printed challan to pay at any SBI branch (ensure branch