BSNL SET Recruitment 2026: Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced its Senior Executive Trainee (SET) Recruitment 2026, offering a total of 120 vacancies in Telecom and Finance streams. Candidates who hold a B.E./B. Tech degree or having qualified as a CA are eligible to apply for these posts.
The online registration process will begin on 05 February 2026 and will remain open until 07 March 2026. Interested applicants must submit their applications through the official BSNL website at bsnl.co.in within the given deadline.
Overview of BSNL SET Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Advertisement No. | BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2025-RECTT-CO-Part (1) |
| Notification Year | 2026 |
| Post Name | Senior Executive Trainee (Telecom & Finance) |
| Mode of Recruitment | Direct Recruitment (External Candidates) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Executive Trainee (Telecom) | 95 | 14 | 7 | 25 | 9 | 40 |
| Senior Executive Trainee (Finance) | 25 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 11 |
| Total | 120 | — | — | — | — | — |
Reservation for PwBD candidates is applicable as per the Government of India rules.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality
Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
2. Educational Qualification
| Stream | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Telecom | Bachelor of Engineering (BE) / Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) or equivalent in: Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical, Instrumentation, or a combination of these disciplines with minimum 60% marks. |
| Finance | Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost and Management Accountant (CMA). |
The degree must be obtained from a recognised university/institution and completed on or before the closing date of the application.
3. Age Limit (As on Closing Date)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC (CL) | 30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 35 Years |
| PwBD (General/EWS/OBC CL) | 40 Years |
| PwBD (OBC NCL) | 43 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 45 Years |
The minimum age required is 21 years.
Pay Scale
- E-3 IDA Pay Scale: ₹24,900 – ₹50,500 (Pre-revised)
- After successful probation, promotion to higher scale is applicable as per BSNL rules.
Selection Procedure
The process of choosing includes:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
CBT Pattern
- Mode: Online
- Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Duration: 180 Minutes
- Total Marks: 200
For the Telecom Stream:
- Part I (Common Aptitude): 40 Marks
- Part II (Technical): 160 Marks
For the Finance Stream:
- Part I (Common Aptitude): 40 Marks
- Part II (Technical – Finance): 160 Marks
Important Points:
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- UR: 50%
- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD: 45%
The final merit will be prepared based on the total marks obtained in CBT.
Examination Centres
The CBT will be conducted in multiple cities across India, including:
Port Blair, Vijayawada, Patna, Chennai, Raipur, Ahmedabad, Ambala, Shimla, Jammu, Ranchi, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram, Kolkata, Bhopal, Mumbai, Shillong, Dimapur, New Delhi, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Gangtok, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Meerut, and Dehradun are all cities in India.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹250 |
| Others | ₹1000 |
The fee must be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Bond and Probation
- Selected candidates must execute a bond of ₹5,00,000.
- Bond period: 5 years.
- Probation Period: 1 year (extendable if required).
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official BSNL website: www.bsnl.co.in
- Click on the recruitment section and select the SET Recruitment link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Upload scanned photographs, your signature, and necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Candidates must ensure all details are correct before final submission. Incorrect information may lead to disqualification.
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for BSNL SET Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 07 March 2026 (10:00 PM).
2. What is the age limit for BSNL Senior Executive Trainee?
The maximum age is 30 years for UR candidates, with relaxation for reserved categories.