BSNL recruitment 2026: Registration begins for Senior Executive Trainee posts; direct link to apply here

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has opened the registration window for Senior Executive Trainee (SET) recruitment 2026, today, February 5, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 120 vacancies in Telecom Operations and Finance streams. Candidates with an engineering degree in relevant disciplines or professional qualifications such as CA or CMA can apply online. The selection will be done through a Computer-Based Test (CBT).

BSNL released the detailed recruitment notification on January 29, 2026.

The online application process has begun and interested candidates must check the eligibility criteria, age limit, and other conditions before applying. This recruitment offers an opportunity to join a Government of India public sector company in executive positions with structured pay and career growth.

BSNL vacancy details and important dates

BSNL has announced a total of 120 vacancies. Out of these, 95 posts are for the Telecom stream and 25 posts are for the Finance stream. Category-wise reservation details are available in the official notification.

Below are the important dates:

Candidates must complete the application process within the given timeline. Applications submitted after the last date will not be accepted.

Interested candidates can check the official BSNL recruitment notice by clicking here.

Eligibility criteria and age limit

For the Telecom stream, the students should preferably be a full time BE or BTech degree holder with at least 60% marks. The degree should be in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical, or a related field.

In the case of the Finance stream, the students should be a qualified CA or CMA.

The age limit is 21 to 30 years. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved categories as per government rules.

Selection process and pay scale

The selection process will consist of a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification. The detailed exam pattern and syllabus are provided in the official notification.

Upon selection, candidates will be given the E-3 IDA pay scale of Rs. 24,900 to Rs. 50,500. Your salary and other allowances during training or probation period will be paid as per BSNL rules.

It is highly recommended that candidates submit their applications only through the official BSNL website and thoroughly read all the instructions before filling the application form.

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