BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 is announced vide BSNL notification No. BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO dated 26.05.2026.Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited has notified 100 vacancies for the post of Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) through direct recruitment for Bachelor of Engineering degree in a telecom-related stream. The salary starts from ₹16,400 in the IDA pay scale [E-1], and the selection will be made through a Computer Based Test (CBT). Indian nationals between 20 and 30 years of age who meet the prescribed qualification can apply online. Read this article carefully and go through the official notification before applying.
BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 information is verified from official BSNL notification No. BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO dated 26.05.2026.
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Quick Summary of BSNL JTO (Telecom) Recruitment 2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation / Employer | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Name of the Post | Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) — JTO(T)-DR |
| Total Vacancy | 100 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹16,400 – ₹40,500 (IDA pay scale E-1, 2nd PRC w.e.f. 01.01.2007) |
| Additional Salary Benefits | Stipend (training allowance) during pre-appointment training |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Eligibility | BE/equivalent in Telecom, Electronics, Radio, Computer, Electrical, IT or Instrumentation; OR M.Sc. (Electronics)/M.Sc. (Computer Science) |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test followed by document verification and medical examination |
| Place of Posting | Anywhere across 21 BSNL Circles in India |
| Government / Private / Contract | Government (Central PSU) |
| Last Date of Application BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 | 03.07.2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Who Can Apply | Freshers and experienced — both internal and external candidates |
| Interview / Exam Date | Month of August 2026 (Tentative) |
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About BSNL
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited is a Government of India enterprise operating as a Central PSU under the Department of Telecommunications. BSNL runs telecom services across 21 Circles in India and recruits centrally for its Circle-level cadres. For job seekers, BSNL offers Group B officer-level entry with structured training and central government service benefits. Official website: www.bsnl.co.in
Important Dates
The application window for the BSNL JTO (Telecom) 2026 recruitment is open for a limited period. Plan your registration well before the deadline — last-minute server load on government portals can cause genuine trouble. Also note the editing window: BSNL only allows edits for 7 days after registration closes, and selective fields only.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Registration | 04.06.2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date of Online Registration | 03.07.2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Start of Application Editing Period | 04.07.2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| End of Application Editing Period | 11.07.2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Examination (CBT) Date | Month of August 2026 (Tentative) |
BSNL JTO 2026 Vacancy and pay scale details
The JTO (Telecom) is a Circle Cadre post, and vacancies are spread across 21 BSNL Circles. Here’s the breakdown of posts, total vacancy and salary for your reference.
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) — JTO(T)-DR | 100 | ₹16,400 – ₹40,500 (IDA E-1) |
Circle-wise vacancy breakdown: Karnataka leads with 26 posts, followed by Maharashtra (16), Kerala (15), Madhya Pradesh (10), Odisha (6), Chennai TD (5), Gujarat (3), and NE-II (3). Remaining vacancies are distributed across A&N, Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Kolkata TD, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, J&K, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttarakhand, and UPW Circles. Of these 100 posts, 3 are reserved for Deaf or Hard of Hearing candidates and 2 for Locomotor Disability candidates under PwBD horizontal reservation.
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BSNL Junior Telecom Officer eligibility and age limit
Who is eligible for BSNL JTO 2026?
BSNL JTO (Telecom) 2026 is open to Indian nationals aged 20–30 holding a Bachelor of Engineering in Telecommunications, Electronics, Radio, Computer, Electrical, IT, or Instrumentation — or M.Sc. in Electronics or Computer Science. Upper age relaxation applies for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and BSNL employees as per Government of India rules.
The eligibility criteria for Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) include education and age requirements. Candidates should make sure they meet all the conditions before applying.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must possess one of the following on the closing date of receipt of application:
- Bachelor of Engineering Degree (or equivalent) from a Central Govt./State Govt. recognised Institution/University in any of these disciplines:
- Telecommunications
- Electronics
- Radio
- Computer
- Electrical
- Information Technology (IT)
- Instrumentation
- OR M.Sc. (Electronics) / M.Sc. (Computer Science)
- Candidates holding higher qualifications such as M.Tech in the prescribed disciplines are also eligible.
- The applicant must be capable of distinguishing principal colours and should have binocular vision.
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
Age Limit
As of the closing date of receipt of application (03.07.2026), candidates should be a minimum of 20 years and not exceed 30 years. Upper age relaxation applies as per Government of India rules:
- Unreserved / EWS / OBC (CL): 30 Years
- OBC (NCL): 33 Years (30+3)
- SC / ST: 35 Years (30+5)
- PwBD (UR/EWS/OBC-CL): 40 Years (30+10)
- PwBD (OBC-NCL): 43 Years (30+13)
- PwBD (SC/ST): 45 Years (30+15)
- BSNL Employees (UR/EWS/OBC-CL): 35 Years (30+5)
- BSNL Employees (OBC-NCL): 38 Years (30+8)
- BSNL Employees (SC/ST): 40 Years (30+10)
- BSNL Employees PwBD (OBC-NCL): 48 Years (30+18)
- BSNL Employees PwBD (SC/ST): 50 Years (30+20)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Central Government rules
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BSNL JTO 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
The CBT is an objective-type paper of 3 hours with three sectional papers. Negative marking applies — each correct answer fetches 4 marks, and each wrong answer deducts 1 mark.
| Section | Particulars | Questions & Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | Engineering Stream Section – I | 50 Questions, 200 Marks |
| II | Engineering Stream Section – II | 50 Questions, 200 Marks |
| III | General Ability Test Section – III | 20 Questions, 80 Marks |
| Total | — | 120 Questions, 480 Marks |
Minimum qualifying marks: 40% in each section and 50% overall for UR/OBC (CL). Relaxed to 35% in each section and 45% overall for SC/ST, OBC (NCL), PwBD and EWS.
Syllabus highlights:
- Section I: Materials and Components, Physical Electronics & ICs, Network Theory, Electromagnetic Theory, Electronic Measurements & Instrumentation, Power Electronics.
- Section II: Analog Electronic Circuits, Digital Electronic Circuits, Control Systems, Communication Systems, Microwave Engineering, Computer Engineering, Microprocessors.
- Section III: General English comprehension, current events, everyday science, Telecommunications developments, History of India, and Geography.
Selection Process
Selection is based purely on merit from the Computer Based Test, followed by document verification and a medical examination. The process is fully online up to the exam stage, after which shortlisted candidates are called for in-person verification.
- Computer Based Multiple Choice-Objective Type Test (CBT) — 3 hours, 120 questions
- Document Verification — date and venue intimated in due course
- Medical Examination — as per BSNL Medical Examination Rules
Practical tip: Candidates already employed with Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies must produce a “No Objection Certificate” from their present employer at the time of document verification — without this, candidature can be rejected. Also, appearance in the merit list does not confer any right; the final offer letter is issued only after all eligibility formalities are cleared. Selected candidates already employed elsewhere must resign only after being declared medically fit.
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Application Fee
The fee is paid online only — Internet Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card on the BSNL exam portal. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable.
- UR / OBC / EWS: ₹2,000
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹1,000
- Payment Mode: Online only (Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card)
How to Apply for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026
Applications are accepted online only — no paper or manual forms will be entertained. Follow these steps:
- Visit the BSNL examination portal at www.externalexam.bsnl.co.in.
- Click the link for JTO (DR) – Telecom online registration.
- Register using a valid Mobile number and Email ID — the OTP for verification is sent to these.
- Upload a scanned recent passport-size colour photograph with white background (jpg/jpeg, 20kb–50kb).
- Upload the scanned signature (jpg/jpeg, 10kb–20kb).
- Upload Class 10th Certificate (for date of birth verification), degree certificate, and consolidated mark sheets/transcripts of all semesters.
- Upload photo identity proof (Aadhaar/Passport/Driving Licence/Voter ID).
- Upload caste/EWS/PwBD certificates as applicable.
- Pay the examination fee online via Internet Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card.
- Submit the form and take a print-out of the computer-generated registration form for your records.
- Use the Editing Window (04.07.2026 to 11.07.2026) if you need to correct selective fields.
- Download the admit card from the same portal well before the exam date.
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Important Links
Candidates applying for Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) are advised to visit the important links below for the official PDF and application form:
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download BSNL JTO Telecom recruitment 2026 notification PDF |
| Apply for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link | Apply for BSNL JTO 2026 Online |
Should You Apply BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 ?
If you are an engineering graduate in telecom, electronics, or IT, the Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) post at BSNL is a strong pick — the starting salary of ₹16,400 in the E-1 IDA scale, paired with central PSU stability, is hard to match at entry level. With 100 posts across 21 Circles and an open merit-driven CBT, competition will be sharp but realistic for solid engineering candidates. Telecom PSU hiring has been infrequent in recent years, making this round particularly worth the effort.
FAQs (BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 — Eligibility, Salary, Dates)
Is there a bond or service commitment for BSNL JTO recruits?
Yes. All selected candidates must execute a Bond of ₹6 Lakhs and serve BSNL for at least 5 years from the date of appointment as Junior Telecom Officer. The probation period is 2 years.
What training does a selected JTO undergo before appointment?
Training has three parts — JTO Phase-I (10 weeks), Field Training (4 weeks), and JTO Phase-II Specialisation (6 weeks). A stipend is paid during training. Failure to qualify Phase-I in two attempts cancels the appointment.
Can I select only a few Circles instead of all 21?
Yes, but it limits your chances. If you opt for fewer Circles, your candidature is considered only for those Circles. BSNL recommends selecting all 21 Circles in preference order to maximise selection odds.
How is seniority decided among JTOs after appointment?
Seniority is based on 60% weightage of CBT marks plus 40% weightage of Phase-I training marks. In case of a tie, the older candidate by date of birth is treated as senior to the younger one.
Can I challenge the answer key after the CBT exam?
Yes. BSNL opens a challenge window for 7 days after publishing the provisional answer key. Each challenge costs ₹400 per question/answer, paid online. Charges are non-refundable regardless of outcome.
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