Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navaratna PSU under the Ministry of Defence, has released an official notification (Advt. No. 17556/HR/All-India/2025/2, dated 24th October 2025) for the recruitment of Probationary Engineers across India. This is a golden opportunity for young engineering graduates to begin a career with Indias leading professional electronics company.
About BEL
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is Indias premier professional electronics enterprise with a portfolio of over 350 advanced products in areas such as military communication, radars, naval systems, weapon systems, homeland security, electronic warfare, tank electronics, and electro-optics. BEL provides an excellent platform for innovation, technical growth, and national service.
Post Details
| Post | Discipline | No. of Vacancies | Pay Scale (�) | Approx. CTC | Upper Age Limit (as on 01.10.2025) |
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| Probationary Engineer (E-II Grade) | Electronics | 175 | 40,000 1,40,000 | �13 LPA | 25 years |
| Probationary Engineer (E-II Grade) | Mechanical | 109 | 40,000 1,40,000 | �13 LPA | 25 years |
| Probationary Engineer (E-II Grade) | Computer Science | 42 | 40,000 1,40,000 | �13 LPA | 25 years |
| Probationary Engineer (E-II Grade) | Electrical | 14 | 40,000 1,40,000 | �13 LPA | 25 years |
In addition to basic pay, candidates will receive DA, HRA, performance-related pay, medical reimbursement, and other admissible allowances.
Total Vacancies: 340
| Category | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
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| No. of Posts | 139 | 34 | 91 | 51 | 25 | 340 |
Reservation for PwBD and Ex-servicemen will be applicable as per Government of India guidelines.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering) degree in any of the following disciplines from an AICTE-approved institution:
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Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Communication / Telecommunication
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Mechanical
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Computer Science / Computer Science & Engineering / Computer Science Engineering
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Electrical / Electrical & Electronics
� For General/OBC (NCL)/EWS: First Class
� For SC/ST/PwBD: Pass Class
Candidates with AMIE / AMIETE / GIETE in the above disciplines are also eligible to apply.
Note: Dual specializations or equivalent disciplines will not be considered.
Age Limit (as on 01.10.2025)
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General/EWS: 25 years
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OBC (NCL): 28 years
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SC/ST: 30 years
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PwBD: 35 years
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PwBD + OBC (NCL): 38 years
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PwBD + SC/ST: 40 years
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Ex-servicemen: 5 years relaxation
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government norms.
Application Fee
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General / OBC (NCL) / EWS: �1000 + GST (�1180 total)
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SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: No fee
Payment should be made online through the SBI e-Pay Lite portal. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
The selection process comprises two stages:
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Computer Based Test (CBT) 85% weightage
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Duration: 120 minutes
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Total Questions: 125
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100 Technical Questions
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25 General Aptitude & Reasoning Questions
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Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
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Minimum Qualifying Marks:
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35% for General/OBC/EWS
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30% for SC/ST/PwBD
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Interview 15% weightage
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Shortlisted candidates (in 1:5 ratio) will be called for an interview based on CBT performance.
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Final selection will be based on combined merit in CBT and interview.
Training and Service Bond
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Selected candidates will undergo 6 months of training.
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A Service Agreement for 2 years is mandatory.
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Breach of service contract will attract a penalty of �2,00,000.
Place of Posting
Selected candidates may be posted to any of the following BEL Units/Offices:
Bengaluru (Karnataka), Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), Pune (Maharashtra), Hyderabad/Ibrahimpatnam (Telangana), Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Machilipatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Panchkula (Haryana), Kotdwara (Uttarakhand), and Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra).
They may be transferred to any unit across India based on company requirements.
How to Apply
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Visit the official BEL website.
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Go to the Careers section and click on Recruitment for Probationary Engineer 2025.
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Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
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Fill out the application form carefully and upload the following:
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Recent passport-size photograph (within 3 months)
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Signature (in black ink)
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Relevant educational and category certificates
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Pay the application fee (if applicable) through SBI e-Pay Lite gateway.
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Submit and download the filled form for future reference.
No hard copies need to be sent to BEL.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Online Registration Starts | 24 October 2025 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 November 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| CBT Examination Date | To be announced |
Exam Centres
The CBT will be conducted across India in major cities such as Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Bhopal, Jaipur, Patna, Bhubaneswar, and others as listed in the notification.
Key Points
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Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
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Canvassing or false information will lead to disqualification.
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BEL reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process at any stage.
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Candidates should regularly check the BEL website for updates, corrigendum, or announcements.
Contact Information
For queries, contact the Helpdesk via the integrated portal or call +91-9741729267 (Toll-Free).
For technical issues during online submission, call +91-7996347666 (MonFri, 10 AM5 PM).
Important Links
| Description | Link |
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| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
Conclusion
The BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2025 offers an excellent career opportunity for engineering graduates who aspire to work in the defense electronics sector. With competitive pay, extensive training, and exposure to cutting-edge technology, this recruitment drive is a gateway to building a rewarding career with one of Indias top public sector enterprises.