Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) released the BEL Senior Assistant Engineer notification on 25 September 2026 for Indian Air Force (IAF) ex-servicemen. As per Advertisement No. 12949/HR/GAD/NCS/2026/02 on bel-india.in, candidates must apply offline by post or courier. The application must reach BEL by 16 October 2026. The job suits retired IAF airmen of Junior Warrant Officer (JWO) rank or above who hold an engineering diploma.
BEL has 33 vacancies for Sr. Asst. Engineer (Senior Assistant Engineer) in the E-I Grade on a fixed tenure. All posts are reserved for ex-servicemen, and a full category-wise split follows below. Selected candidates will work at project sites across India for the NCS & Radar Strategic Business Unit (SBU), Ghaziabad Complex. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official Bharat Electronics Limited Advertisement No. 12949/HR/GAD/NCS/2026/02 dated 25 September 2026. Last verified: 25 September 2026.
Bharat Electronics Limited is hiring 33 Senior Assistant Engineers (E-I Grade, fixed tenure) through Advertisement No. 12949/HR/GAD/NCS/2026/02. Only IAF ex-servicemen of JWO rank or above can apply for the BEL Senior Assistant Engineer posts. They need 15 years of service and a three-year diploma in Electronics or Electrical Engineering. The form must reach BEL, Ghaziabad by Registered Post, Speed Post or courier by 16 October 2026.
Quick Summary of BEL Senior Assistant Engineer 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) |
| Unit | NCS & Radar SBU, Ghaziabad Complex |
| Post | Sr. Asst. Engineer, E-I Grade |
| Total vacancy | 33 |
| Pay scale | ₹30,000 – 3% – ₹1,20,000 |
| Application mode | Offline (post or courier) |
| Qualification | 3-year diploma, Electronics or Electrical |
| Experience | 15 years in IAF, JWO or above |
| Upper age | 50 years (General) on 1 August 2026 |
| Selection | Written test, then interview |
| Posting | Project sites across India |
| Who can apply | IAF ex-servicemen only |
| Last date | 16 October 2026 |
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About Bharat Electronics Limited
BEL is a Navaratna public sector company under the Ministry of Defence. It makes professional electronics and has more than 350 products. These cover military radars, naval systems, electro-optics, weapon and fire control, homeland security, strategic communication, unmanned systems, electronic warfare and tank electronics. The BEL Senior Assistant Engineer vacancy sits in its NCS & Radar SBU at the Ghaziabad Complex. For an IAF veteran, the work stays close to the defence electronics many airmen handled in service. More central government job openings appear on our site every day.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
Posting Locations and How This Vacancy Compares
The application form asks each candidate to choose two preferred locations from this list: Vadsar (Ahmedabad), Ayanagar (Delhi), Jodhpur, Bangalore, Shillong, Memaura (Lucknow), Salua (West Bengal), Port Blair, Ambala, Barnala, Bikaner, Gwalior, Hashimara, Kavaratti, Leh, Tambram and Tezpur. BEL can still post a selected candidate anywhere in India.
Several sites are in the east. Hashimara lies in the Dooars of North Bengal, and Salua is in West Bengal. Tezpur is in Assam and Shillong is in Meghalaya. A veteran from Siliguri, Jalpaiguri or Alipurduar may find Hashimara the most practical first choice. Leh, Kavaratti and Port Blair are remote, with harder travel and weather for families.
The BEL Senior Assistant Engineer post is an executive (E-I Grade) engineering job. Many openings for ex-servicemen are security or support jobs, so this one uses a veteran’s technical training far more directly. Candidates can compare it with other latest all-India job updates.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
Important Dates
The advertisement lists these dates for the BEL Senior Assistant Engineer recruitment. BEL will send written test details by email.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 25 September 2026 |
| Age cut-off date | 1 August 2026 |
| IAF retirement cut-off | On or before 1 August 2026 |
| Last date (receipt at BEL) | 16 October 2026 |
| Written test | By email to candidates |
The last date is for receipt at BEL, Ghaziabad, not the posting date. BEL will not consider any application that arrives after 16 October 2026.
Vacancy Details and Salary
The BEL Senior Assistant Engineer notice lists one post type with two accepted diploma branches. The table below gives the full post details.
| Post | Grade | Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sr. Asst. Engineer | E-I, Fixed Tenure | 33 | ₹30,000 – 3% – ₹1,20,000 |
Total: 33 posts. The reservation for ex-servicemen is 100%.
Category-wise vacancy
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 15 |
| OBC (NCL) | 8 |
| SC | 9 |
| ST | 4 |
| PwBD | 1 reserved |
The category figures printed in the notice (15, 8, 9 and 4) add up to 36, while the printed total is 33. Candidates should confirm the correct split with BEL at hrncsgad@bel.co.in.
Salary and benefits
Selected candidates join the pay scale of ₹30,000 – 3% – ₹1,20,000. On top of basic pay, BEL pays the following as per company rules:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Perquisites at 35% of the annual basic pay
- Reimbursement of medical expenses
- Group insurance, PF and gratuity
- Performance Related Pay (PRP)
Tenure
The tenure is 15 years or until superannuation at age 60, whichever comes first. BEL reviews the engagement every five years, based on individual performance and project needs.
Eligibility
Only Indian Air Force ex-servicemen can apply. Army and Navy service does not meet the experience rule for the BEL Senior Assistant Engineer vacancy.
Educational qualification
- 3-year Diploma in Electronics Engineering or equivalent, or
- 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum marks: pass class
Service experience
- 15 years of service in the Indian Air Force
- Rank of Junior Warrant Officer (JWO) or above
- Retirement from the IAF on or before 1 August 2026, as per the vacancy table
The notice is not consistent on the retirement date. Point 5 prints 31 July 2026 in the Hindi text and 1 July 2026 in the English text. Another clause lets serving personnel apply if their discharge falls within three months of the last date. Candidates who have not retired by 1 August 2026 should confirm with BEL before applying.
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Age limit (as on 1 August 2026)
| Category | Upper age |
|---|---|
| General | 50 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 53 years |
| SC/ST | 55 years |
| PwBD | As per Govt. of India rules |
Candidates can check their exact age on the cut-off date with our free age calculator tool. PwBD reservation and relaxation need a disability of at least 40%, backed by a Medical Board certificate in BEL’s format.
Medical fitness
Applicants must have sound health. BEL gives no relaxation in health standards. Appointment depends on passing a pre-employment medical examination.
Selection Process
BEL selects BEL Senior Assistant Engineer candidates in two stages. If many eligible candidates apply, BEL will first shortlist them on academic excellence, experience and similar factors.
- Written test
- Interview, only for candidates who qualify in the written test, in the ratio of 1:7 against the vacancies in each category
BEL sends written test details to the email ID in the form. It takes no responsibility for bounced or missed emails, so the ID must be valid and active. Candidates must carry a valid photo ID to the written test. An admit card alone does not mean BEL has cleared a candidate’s eligibility. Candidates can follow our admit card updates page for the test stage.
Selection stays provisional until a satisfactory antecedent verification report arrives.
How to Apply
The BEL Senior Assistant Engineer application is offline only. Candidates should follow these steps:
- Get the application format (Annexure-1) from bel-india.in. The same form is attached at the end of the advertisement.
- Fill it in capital letters on A4 size paper, and paste a recent colour photograph.
- Choose two preferred posting locations in item 19.
- Sign the undertaking and add the date and place.
- Attach self-attested copies of the documents listed below.
- Put everything in a sealed envelope. Write on the cover: “Application for the post of Sr. Asst. Engineer, E-I Grade/NCS SBU”.
- Address it to the Deputy General Manager (HR & Administration), Bharat Electronics Limited, Ghaziabad.
- Send it by Registered Post, Speed Post or courier. BEL does not accept applications by hand.
The application must reach BEL by 16 October 2026. Candidates working in a government, quasi-government or public sector job must apply through proper channel or attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC). Each candidate should send only one application. If several arrive, BEL keeps only the latest valid one.
Any candidate who has had a court case with a past employer must mention it briefly in the application.
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Documents to keep ready
- Recent colour passport-size photograph
- SSLC marks card (proof of age)
- Diploma certificate and marks cards for all semesters or years
- Experience certificates, appointment letter, or latest salary slip from the present employer
- PAN card and Aadhaar card
- IAF discharge book or certificate showing medical category, date of discharge and an Exemplary/Very Good or equivalent record
- Caste or tribe certificate for SC, ST or OBC (NCL), in BEL’s format where needed
- OBC (NCL) certificate issued on or after 1 August 2026
- Disability certificate from a Medical Board, in BEL’s format (PwBD only)
- NOC, if employed in a government job or public sector company
- Proof of medical category, character and probable discharge date (serving personnel only)
BEL rejects incomplete applications, forms not in the prescribed format and applications without the listed documents. For any query about the BEL Senior Assistant Engineer form, candidates can email hrncsgad@bel.co.in.
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| BEL Sr. Asst. Engineer notice 2026 | Download official notification PDF |
| Application form and updates | Visit BEL official website |
Should you apply?
This post suits IAF veterans of JWO rank or above who worked on electronics or electrical systems and hold a matching diploma. It offers an executive-grade job in a defence public sector company, with a pay scale, allowances and PF. The tenure can run for 15 years, which covers most of a second career before age 60.
Competition comes from a narrow pool, since only IAF ex-servicemen with 15 years of service qualify. Even so, the 1:7 interview ratio means the written test decides most outcomes. Candidates should revise diploma-level electronics and electrical basics before the test.
The main trade-off is location. Postings are at project sites, and the list includes Leh, Kavaratti and Port Blair. A candidate who must stay near family should weigh this first. The BEL Senior Assistant Engineer job is also a fixed-tenure engagement, reviewed every five years.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
FAQs
What is the last date for BEL Senior Assistant Engineer application 2026?
The application must reach BEL, Ghaziabad by 16 October 2026. This is the date of receipt, not the posting date. BEL will not consider late applications, so candidates should send the envelope by Speed Post or courier well before the deadline.
Can Army or Navy ex-servicemen apply for BEL Sr Asst Engineer?
No. The notice asks for 15 years of IAF service and the rank of JWO or above. Army and Navy veterans do not meet this rule for this advertisement.
What is the salary of Sr Asst Engineer in BEL?
The pay scale is ₹30,000 – 3% – ₹1,20,000. BEL also pays DA, HRA, perquisites at 35% of annual basic pay, medical reimbursement, group insurance, PF, gratuity and PRP. The in-hand amount depends on DA, the HRA rate at the posting place and deductions.
What work does a Senior Assistant Engineer do at BEL project sites?
The post supports BEL’s NCS & Radar SBU at project sites across India. Such site work usually covers installing, testing and maintaining defence electronics and radar systems. IAF technical trades build many of the same skills.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
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