BSNL Recruitment 2026: Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has officially released the BSNL Recruitment 2026 Notification for Senior Executive Trainee (SET) posts. Direct Link to apply in Telecom and Finance streams. This is a major opportunity for engineering and finance graduates looking for a stable government career with excellent salary and growth.
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (BSNL), proрoses to recruit SENIOR EXECUTIVE TRAINEE (DIRECT RECRUITMENT) in TELECOM & FINANCE streams from the open market (External candidates). All external candidates fulfilling the prescribed eligibility conditions & possessing the requisite qualification, as detailed in ANNEXURE-A, are eligible to apply for the above said posts.
As per the official notification, the recruitment will be conducted through a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification.
BSNL Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post Name | Senior Executive Trainee (SET) |
| Total Vacancies | 120 (Approx.) |
| Streams | Telecom & Finance |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Start | 05 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15.04.2026 |
| Exam Date | Will be notified later |
| Salary | ₹24,900 – ₹50,500 (E2 Pay Level) |
BSNL Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Distribution
| Name of the Post | Total Posts | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | OC/OBC (CL) | PwBD A | PwBD B | PwBD C | PwBD D/E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Executive Trainee (DR) – Telecom | 95 | 14 | 7 | 25 | 9 | 40 | — | — | 2 | 2 |
| Senior Executive Trainee (DR) – Finance | 25 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 11 | 1 | — | — | — |
Eligibility Criteria for BSNL Recruitment
Educational Qualification
From Annexure-A (Page 11) of the notification:
For Telecom:
- BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in:
- Electronics
- Telecommunications
- Computer Science
- IT
- Electrical
- Instrumentation
For Finance:
- CA / CMA qualified candidates
Age Limit
As per Page 3 of the PDF:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Age Relaxation:
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD: Up to 15 years
BSNL SET Salary Amount
Candidates selected will be placed in E2 IDA Pay Scale:
- ₹24,900 – ₹50,500
- Additional perks, allowances, and benefits
From Page 2, employees are also liable for posting anywhere in India.
Selection Process for BSNL Recruitment
As described in pages 4 & 5 of the notification, selection will include:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Objective-type questions
- Total: 200 questions
- Duration: 180 minutes
Exam Pattern:
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| Aptitude (Common) | 40 | 40 |
| Technical (Core) | 160 | 160 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
- Negative marking: 0.25 mark deduction
- Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification before final selection.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
From Page 5:
- General/OBC/EWS: 40% in each section
- SC/ST/PwBD: 35% in each section
- Overall combined minimum: 45%
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Training & Bond
According to Page 6:
- Training Duration: 1 year
- Probation Period: 2 years
- Service Bond: 5 years
Candidates failing training may face termination or extension.
Application Fee
As per Page 7:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹1000
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹500
Payment mode: Online
How to Apply for BSNL Recruitment 2026 -step-by-step process
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official BSNL website: https://bsnlregistration.ibtexamination.com/
- Register using email and mobile number
- Fill out the application form
- Upload documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and download confirmation
Direct Link to apply for BSNL Recruitment 2026: Click Here
Official Notification: Download
Exam Cities
The list on Page 17 includes major cities like:
- Kolkata
- Delhi
- Chennai
- Bangalore
- Hyderabad
- Guwahati
- Jaipur
Candidates can choose preferred exam centres during the application.
Important Documents Required
Before applying, keep these ready:
- Educational certificates
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photo
- Signature scan
Important Dates:
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| End of Online Registration | 10:00 Hrs. of 15.04.2026 |
| Start of Application Editing | 10:00 Hrs. of 16.04.2026 |
| End of Application Editing | 10:00 Hrs. of 23.04.2026 |
| Date of Examination (CBT) | Will be notified later |
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for BSNL Recruitment 2026?
The last date is 05 March 2026.
Q2. What is the salary of BSNL SET?
The salary ranges from ₹24,900 to ₹50,500.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the BSNL exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.
Q4. Who can apply for BSNL Telecom posts?
Candidates with BE/B.Tech in relevant disciplines can apply.
Q5. How many vacancies are released?
A total of 120 vacancies have been announced.
