BSNL Senior Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Complete Notification Details
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a Government of India enterprise, has officially released the notification for Senior Executive Trainee (SET) recruitment through Direct Recruitment for the year 2026. This recruitment drive is open to external candidates for Telecom and Finance streams. Candidates will be selected through a Computer-Based Test followed by document verification.
This article explains the entire BSNL SET Recruitment 2026 notification in simple language, covering eligibility, vacancies, salary, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, and all important rules exactly as mentioned in the official PDF.
Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post Name | Senior Executive Trainee (Direct Recruitment) |
| Streams | Telecom & Finance |
| Notification Year | 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Method | Computer Based Test (CBT) + Document Verification |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
Important Dates
| Online Registration Start Date | 05 February 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Online Registration Last Date | 07 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Editing Start | 08 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Editing End | 15 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| CBT Exam Date | 29 March 2026 (Tentative) |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SET (Telecom) | 95 | 14 | 7 | 25 | 9 | 40 |
| SET (Finance) | 25 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 11 |
PwBD reservation is applicable horizontally as per Government of India rules.
Salary Structure & In-Hand Estimate
Selected candidates will be appointed in the IDA Pay Scale E-3.
| Pay Scale | ₹24,900 – ₹50,500 (IDA E-3, Pre-Revised) |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
| Probation | 2 Years |
The approximate in-hand salary after allowances may range between ₹60,000 to ₹70,000 per month. Exact in-hand salary is Not Mentioned in Notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
Educational Qualification
| Stream | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Telecom | B.E / B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Electronics, Telecom, Computer Science, IT, Electrical, Instrumentation or related disciplines |
| Finance | CA or CMA qualification |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC (CL) | 30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 35 Years |
| PwBD (UR) | 40 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 43 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 45 Years |
Selection Process
- Computer Based Multiple Choice Objective Test
- Normalization of marks if multiple sessions
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aptitude (Common) | 40 | 40 | 180 Minutes |
| Technical (Core) | 160 | 160 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Syllabus Overview
Aptitude includes Quantitative Ability, Reasoning, and Verbal Ability.
Detailed technical syllabus for Telecom and Finance streams is provided in Annexure-B of the official notification.
Application Fee
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹2500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹1250 |
Fee once paid is non-refundable.
Required Documents
- Passport size photograph
- Signature
- 10th certificate (DOB proof)
- Degree certificate & marksheets
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
Posting Location
Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India under BSNL operational areas.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit BSNL external exam portal
- Complete online registration
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and download confirmation
FAQs
Q1. Can final year students apply? – Not Mentioned in Notification
Q2. Is interview conducted? – No
Q3. Is posting transferable? – Yes
Q4. Is experience required? – No
Q5. Is exam bilingual? – Not Mentioned in Notification
Q6. Can government employees apply? – Yes, with NOC
Disclaimer
This information is based purely on the official BSNL recruitment notification PDF. Candidates must refer to the official website for updates.
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