Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Kotdwar Unit, has released the advertisement for the Trainee Engineer-I Recruitment 2026. A total of 23 posts will be filled — 16 in Electronics, 5 in Mechanical and 2 in Computer Science. The advertisement number is 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02, dated 12 November 2026. Online pre-registration is open from 12 November to 26 November 2026, 11:59 PM. The written test will be held on 13 December 2026 at BEL Kotdwar. Check the full details below.
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Important Dates
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Application Fee
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Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Posts | Pay (Year 1) |
| Trainee Engineer-I (Electronics) | 16 | Rs. 40,000/month |
| Trainee Engineer-I (Mechanical) | 5 | Rs. 40,000/month |
| Trainee Engineer-I (Computer Science) | 2 | Rs. 40,000/month |
| Total | 23 | — |
Eligibility
A full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering (4-year course) with Pass Class in the relevant discipline is required — Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication for Electronics, Mechanical Engineering for Mechanical, and Computer Science / Information Technology for Computer Science. The degree must be from an AICTE/UGC approved institute. No experience is required.
Pay and Tenure
The pay is Rs. 40,000 per month in the first year and Rs. 45,000 in the second year; if the contract is extended, the third year pays Rs. 50,000 per month. The engagement is for 2 years initially and can be extended by 1 more year based on requirement and performance. An allowance of Rs. 12,000 per year is also paid for insurance, attire and footwear. Posting can be at Kotdwar and other BEL project locations across India.
Selection Process
Selection is through a written test followed by document verification — there is no interview. The written test has 100 questions for 100 marks in 90 minutes; each wrong answer carries a negative mark of 0.25. The minimum qualifying marks are 35% for General/EWS/OBC and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD. The test is held only at BEL Kotdwar.
How to Apply
- Open jobapply.in/bel2026kotdwarte and complete the online pre-registration.
- Pay the fee through SBI Collect and enter the reference number in the form.
- Upload your photo, signature and required documents.
- Submit the form and keep a printout safe.
- Reach BEL Kotdwar at 8:00 AM on 13 December 2026 for the written test — no separate call letter will be sent.
Important Links
| BEL Official Website | bel-india.in |
| Online Pre-Registration (Official) | jobapply.in/bel2026kotdwarte |
A private information portal (not a government website).
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are there in BEL Trainee Engineer-I Recruitment 2026?
There are 23 posts in total — 16 in Electronics, 5 in Mechanical and 2 in Computer Science.
What is the last date to apply?
Online pre-registration closes on 26 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
When and where is the written test?
The written test is on 13 December 2026 (Sunday) at BEL Kotdwar, Pauri Garhwal (Uttarakhand); reporting time is 8:00 AM.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 28 years as on 1 November 2026 (General/EWS). SC/ST get 5 years, OBC 3 years and PwBD 10 years of relaxation.
What is the pay in the first year?
The first year pays Rs. 40,000 per month; the second year Rs. 45,000 and the third year (if extended) Rs. 50,000 per month.
