Director (Research & Development) at Bharat Electronics Limited 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹180,000 - ₹340,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Engineering graduate preferably in Electronics/Electronics & Communication/Telecommunications/Computer Science/AI/ML. Postgraduate in AI/ML/Communication/Micro-Electronics Embedded Systems is desirable.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Candidates must have technical/operational experience at a senior management level, with at least five years during the last ten years leading R&D projects of significant importance in AI/ML/Communication/Tele-Communication/Micro Electronics and Embedded Systems within the Defence Sector.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 45 to 60 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is recruiting for the executive board-level position of Director (Research & Development), with one vacancy available. This pivotal role offers a competitive salary ranging from ₹180,000 to ₹340,000 (IDA) and requires an engineering graduate with significant R&D leadership experience in the defence sector. The Director (R&D) will be instrumental in shaping BEL's R&D policy, driving indigenisation, and advancing defence and civilian electronics technology, making it an attractive opportunity for seasoned professionals.
- The appointment for Director (R&D) is for a period of five years or until superannuation, whichever is earlier.
- Applicants must be employed in a regular capacity, not contractual or ad-hoc, at the time of application and interview.
- Candidates from Central Government, Public Sector Banks, Financial Institutions, and Autonomous Bodies are eligible for consideration on an immediate absorption basis.
- Private sector applicants must submit annual reports for the three financial years preceding the advertisement and indicate if their company is listed.
- The last date for applicants to submit their online application is 05 November 2026, by 03:00 PM.
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Additional Salary Information
The pay scale for the Director (Research & Development) is Rs. 180000 – 340000 (IDA) under Schedule A.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of applications by Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) Personal Interview
Application Fees
No application fee stated
Reservation
As per Government of India guidelines for CPSE Board-level appointments.
How to Apply
- Visit the official PESB portal at https://pesb.gov.in/.
- Fill out the online application form against the Job Description for Director (Research & Development).
- Upload required supporting documents including qualifications, age proof, and company annual reports if from private sector.
- Submit the online form before 05 November 2026, 03:00 PM.
- Ensure proper channel forwarding by Cadre Controlling Authority/Nodal Officer by 16 November 2026, 05:00 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
The pay scale for the Director (Research & Development) position at Bharat Electronics Limited is Rs. 180000 – 340000 (IDA).
Candidates must be an Engineering graduate, preferably in Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Communication, Electronics & Telecommunications, Computer Science, AI, or ML. A postgraduate degree in AI, ML, Communication, Tele-Communication, or Micro-Electronics Embedded Systems is desirable.
The maximum age for superannuation is 60 years. Candidates must have at least 2 years (for internal) or 3 years (for others) residual service as on the date of vacancy, with a minimum age of 45 years.