BEL Kotdwar Recruitment 2026 – 23 Posts, Last Date 26 Nov

The BEL Kotdwar recruitment notice for Trainee Engineer-I posts was released on 12 November 2026 by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Kotdwar Unit. As per Advertisement No. 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02 on bel-india.in, candidates must pre-register online by 26 November 2026. The written test follows on 13 December 2026. The posts suit engineering graduates in Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Science who need no experience.

BEL has 23 posts in three disciplines, and a full discipline-wise breakdown follows. The engagement is temporary, for an initial two years. Posting is at the Kotdwar Unit, with other project locations across India as the work needs. Candidates should check all details in the article below.

Information verified from the official Bharat Electronics Limited, Kotdwar notice Advertisement No. 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02 dated 12 November 2026. Last verified: 12 November 2026.

Bharat Electronics Limited, Kotdwar Unit is recruiting 23 Trainee Engineer-I posts through Advertisement No. 21001/HR/KOT/REC/02. Candidates must pre-register and apply online at jobapply.in by 26 November 2026, 11:59 PM. Selection is through a written test at BEL Kotdwar on 13 December 2026, followed by document verification.

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Quick Summary of Trainee Engineer-I Posts 2026

About Bharat Electronics Limited

Bharat Electronics Limited is a Navratna company and a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence. The notice describes it as India’s premier professional electronics company.

This BEL Kotdwar recruitment is for the Kotdwar Unit, which needs personnel on a temporary basis for its various projects across India. The engagement depends on project needs and performance.

Kotdwar posting and test venue

The written test for the BEL Kotdwar recruitment is held only at the BEL unit in Kotdwar, Pauri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. BEL pays no travel expenses and bears no housing costs.

Candidates from Darjeeling, Sikkim, the North East and other distant states face a long trip for a single-day test. Reporting is at 8:00 AM on a Sunday. Many will need to reach Kotdwar a day early and book a stay in advance. Candidates who want to compare this fixed-term offer with other engineering openings can check the latest jobs across India. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.

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Important dates

Pre-registration is compulsory for the BEL Kotdwar recruitment. Candidates who skip it cannot sit the written test.

Vacancy details and salary in BEL Kotdwar recruitment 2026

BEL lists 23 Trainee Engineer-I posts. The posts may vary with the actual requirement at the time of selection.

Discipline-wise vacancies

PwBD reservation follows Government guidelines, as the notice states.

Salary and allowances

Under the BEL Kotdwar recruitment, BEL engages Trainee Engineers for an initial two years. It can extend the term by one year, for a maximum of three years, based on project need and performance.

BEL also pays ₹12,000 per year for expenses such as insurance premium, attire, stitching and footwear. It pays this in two instalments, the first with the first month’s salary and the second after six months from joining.

Candidates posted to far-flung and tough locations get a Tough Location Allowance of 10% of the consolidated remuneration. Gratuity applies as per the rules. Selected candidates must hold medical insurance of ₹2,00,000 and life insurance of ₹5,00,000, and submit proof at joining.

From Trainee Engineer to Project Engineer-I

A Trainee Engineer hired in the BEL Kotdwar recruitment may be considered for Project Engineer-I in the same Unit after two years. BEL sets these conditions.

• Performance score of 80% and above in aggregate for both years.
• Attendance above 80% in the preceding year, and good general discipline.
• No adverse remarks in the preceding two years.

The Project Engineer-I engagement then runs for three years, with a possible one-year extension. A Project Engineer who completes four years in that role earns a retention bonus of ₹25,000 for each completed year. BEL pays a total of ₹1,00,000 at the end of four years.

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Eligibility for BEL Kotdwar recruitment 2026

Only Indian nationals can apply. Candidates need a full-time BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering degree (4-year course) with a passing class. The college must be AICTE/UGC approved, or the university recognised. No experience is needed.

• For CGPA grading, candidates must attach a conversion certificate.
• If the degree name has no specialisation, a certificate from the university or college stating this is needed at document verification.
• Candidates who show a qualification in other disciplines will not be considered.
• BEL Trainee Engineers working in any BEL Unit cannot apply for the same post.

Age limit

The upper age limit is 28 years for General and EWS candidates, counted as on 1 November 2026. SC and ST candidates get five years of relaxation, and OBC-NCL candidates get three years. PwBD candidates with at least 40% disability get 10 more years on top of their category relaxation.

Candidates can check their age on the age calculator before pre-registering.

Candidates seeking relaxation must attach a copy of the certificate with the application and show the original if selected. The OBC-NCL certificate must be issued on or after 1 November 2025. The EWS certificate must be issued on or after 1 April 2026. A certificate outside the BEL format puts the candidate in the General category.

Selection process

BEL selects Trainee Engineers in order of merit, category-wise and discipline-wise. Selection in the BEL Kotdwar recruitment follows these stages.

1. Online pre-registration and application, with the fee where applicable.
2. Provisional shortlisting of candidates whose applications BEL accepts.
3. Written test on 13 December 2026 at BEL Kotdwar.
4. Result on bel-india.in, then document verification for qualifiers in merit order.

The written test runs for 90 minutes with 100 questions on technical and general aptitude topics. Each right answer carries one mark. Each wrong answer costs 0.25 marks.

PwBD candidates get 20 minutes of compensatory time per hour. BEL does not re-check answer sheets. It sends no separate message to candidates who are not selected.

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Application fee

Candidates in the UR, EWS and OBC-NCL categories pay ₹177 (₹150 plus 18% GST) for this BEL Kotdwar recruitment. SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay no fee. BEL does not refund the fee once paid.

BEL states that it charges no money at any stage other than this fee. Candidates should apply only through official links and never pay any agent.

How to apply

1. Read the full BEL Kotdwar recruitment advertisement on bel-india.in and confirm eligibility.
2. Open the pre-registration link on jobapply.in. It runs from 12 November 2026 to 26 November 2026.
3. Fill every field of the online form and submit one application only. BEL keeps only the latest complete application and forfeits other fees.
4. Pay the fee on SBI Collect (onlinesbi.sbi) if it applies. Select State Bank Collect, choose All India, and choose Bharat Electronics Limited under PSU. Pick the category Recruitment of Trainee Engineer-I for BEL-KOT, then save the receipt.
5. Enter the SBI Collect Reference Number in the form and attach the receipt.
6. Upload the documents listed below, check every detail and submit. BEL allows no changes after submission.
7. Print the submitted form and carry it to the written test.

Documents to keep ready

• Recent colour passport-size photograph and signature specimen.
• 10th or SSLC standard marks card, as proof of date of birth, and 12th or Diploma in Engineering standard marks card.
• Marks cards for all semesters or years, and a self-attested copy of the final or provisional degree certificate.
• Proof of CGPA, grade or percentage norms issued by the university, institute or college.
• Caste, tribe, community or EWS certificate in the prescribed format, for candidates claiming reservation.
• Disability certificate from a competent authority, for PwBD candidates with 40% disability or more.

Written test day

• Carry a printed copy of the online application form. BEL issues no separate call letter.
• Carry a government photo ID such as a driving licence, Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN card or passport. Candidates without ID cannot sit the test.
• PwBD candidates with benchmark disability can use a scribe at their own cost, on BEL’s proforma and medical certificate.

For queries on the advertisement and fee, write to reckot@bel.co.in or call 01382-236469/456. For technical help with the form, write to belkot@jobapply.in.

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Should you apply?

The BEL Kotdwar recruitment suits fresh engineering graduates in Electronics, Mechanical or Computer Science who accept a temporary engagement. The post needs no experience, and pay starts at ₹40,000 a month.

The trade-offs are clear. The term is two years, with one more possible. BEL can send Trainee Engineers to project sites anywhere in India and does not pay for housing. The test falls on a single Sunday at Kotdwar. Only 23 posts are listed across three disciplines. Competition is likely to be tight, most of all for the two Computer Science posts.

Candidates who want a permanent job should also browse other government job vacancies. Project Engineer-I is possible after two years only if the conditions are met. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.

FAQs

What is the last date for BEL Kotdwar recruitment 2026?

The last date for online pre-registration is 26 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The link opened on 12 November 2026. Candidates who have not registered online cannot appear for the written test on 13 December 2026.

What is the salary of Trainee Engineer-I in BEL Kotdwar?

The BEL Kotdwar recruitment pays Trainee Engineer-I ₹40,000 per month in the first year and ₹45,000 in the second. In the third year, BEL pays ₹50,000 if it extends the term. BEL also pays ₹12,000 per year for expenses.

Is the BEL Trainee Engineer-I job permanent?

No. BEL hires Trainee Engineers temporarily, for an initial two years with a possible one-year extension. After two years, BEL may consider a Trainee Engineer for Project Engineer-I if its conditions are met.

How should candidates from outside Uttarakhand plan for the BEL Kotdwar test?

The BEL Kotdwar recruitment test starts with reporting at 8:00 AM on 13 December 2026. BEL pays no travel allowance or housing costs, so candidates from distant states should plan travel and a stay in advance. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.