Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) – Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited – 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 100
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹16,400 - ₹40,500 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor of Engineering Degree or equivalent in Telecommunications, Electronics, Radio, Computer, Electrical, IT, or Instrumentation; or M.Sc. in Electronics or Computer Science.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible - refer official notification for details.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 20 to 30 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is inviting applications for 100 Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) positions through direct recruitment from the open market for the 2026 cycle. Successful candidates will be placed in the IDA pay scale of ₹16,400–₹40,500 and must possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent in disciplines such as Telecommunications, Electronics, or IT. This role offers a prestigious career path within a leading national PSU, involving technical operations across 21 different circles in India. Joining BSNL as a JTO provides a stable government-sector environment with structured growth and the opportunity to contribute to India's digital infrastructure.
- The application deadline is July 3, 2026, with an online registration window starting from June 4, 2026.
- Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age, with age relaxations up to 50 years for specific reserved and employee categories.
- Selection involves a 3-hour Computer Based Test (CBT) covering Engineering streams and General Ability sections.
- Appointed officers must execute a ₹6 Lakh bond to serve the organization for a minimum period of five years.
- A total of 100 vacancies are distributed across various circles including Karnataka, Kerala, and Maharashtra.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level E-1 in IDA Pay Scale (₹16,400–₹40,500) as per 2nd PRC pay scale.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Computer Based Multiple Choice Objective Type Test (3 hours duration) Section I: Engineering Stream (200 Marks) Section II: Engineering Stream (200 Marks) Section III: General Ability Test (80 Marks) Document Verification Medical Examination
Application Fees
UR/OBC/EWS: ₹2000 SC/ST/PwBD: ₹1000
Reservation
SC: 12 vacancies ST: 6 vacancies OBC (NCL): 10 vacancies EWS: 11 vacancies UR: 61 vacancies PwBD: 5 vacancies (Horizontal)
How to Apply
- Visit the official BSNL recruitment portal at www.externalexam.bsnl.co.in.
- Complete the online registration process during the window from June 4 to July 3, 2026.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and essential qualification certificates.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee online via Internet Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
- Take a print-out of the computer-generated registration form for future reference.
- Ensure all details are accurate as an editing window will be available from July 4 to July 11, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) is recruited in the IDA pay scale [E-1] of ₹16,400–₹40,500 plus applicable allowances.
Applicants must have a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) or equivalent in Telecommunications, Electronics, Radio, Computer, Electrical, IT, or Instrumentation, or an M.Sc. in Electronics or Computer Science.
The general age limit is 20 to 30 years as of the closing date of application, with relaxations for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and BSNL employees.
