BSNL SET Recruitment 2026 | 120 Posts | Date Extended | Apply Now

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced a major recruitment drive for the post of Senior Executive Trainee (SET) in Telecom and Finance department vide official Notification No. BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2025-RECTT-CO-Part (1). This recruitment aims to fill 120 total vacancies with a good pay scale of ₹24,900 – ₹50,500. Eligible Indian nationals with a B.E./B.Tech or CA/CMA degree can apply online.

BSNL SET Recruitment 2026 Last Date Extended

The original notification was issued on the 29th of January 2026 with last date 7th March 2026. The last date of registration was extended till 15.04.2026. Again the dates have been recently extended up to 30th April 2026 vide notification no BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2025-RECTT-CO-Part (1) dated 13.04.2026. This is the third extension giving candidates 15 days more to apply for this Vacancy. We have verified the date extension details from official website of BSNL. The extension PDF Notification is enclosed at the end of this article for your reference. Lets make it more simple for you:

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Quick Summary of Senior Executive Trainee 2026

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Important Dates Senior Executive Trainee (DR)

Applicants should carefully note the revised schedule for the BSNL Senior Executive Trainee recruitment. Check out the new extended details:

Senior Executive Trainee 2026 – Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Vacancy Details & Salary

Here’s the total vacancy count and salary for Senior Executive Trainee 2026 in Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL). The details are provided in the table below:

Eligibility Criteria

Here we have summarized eligibility criteria for Senior Executive Trainee (Telecom & Finance) . This is just the short summary of criteria for your reference. However we advised all candidates to go through the official notification. The links for official notification and syllabus are provided in the bottom of this article.

Educational Qualification

• BSNL Telecom Trainee: Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) or Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) with at least 60% marks in Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, Electrical, or Instrumentation.
• BSNL Finance Trainee: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost and Management Accountant (CMA).

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 Years.
• Maximum Age: 30 Years as of the closing date.
• Age Relaxation: Upper age is relaxable by 3 years for OBC (NCL) and 5 years for SC/ST candidates. PwBD candidates receive relaxation up to 10-15 years depending on their category.

Selection Process

The BSNL SET selection process involves both general aptitude and core technical skills similar to other Technical Government Jobs. Candidates must pass a centralized test. Here are some basic idea for you to know:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): An objective type exam with Part-I (Aptitude) and Part-II (Core Technical).
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates based on the merit list will be called to verify their original certificates.
3. Medical Examination: Final selection is subject to being found medically fit as per BSNL standards.

Application Fee

The application fee for the BSNL recruitment 2026 must be paid online. Please note that fees are non-refundable once paid.

• OC/OBC/EWS Candidates: ₹2500.
• SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: ₹1250.
• Payment Mode: Online via Internet Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.

BSNL SET Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 120 Telecom & Finance Posts

Follow these simple steps to complete your registration on the BSNL portal for the 120 Senior Executive Trainee in Telecon and Finance Posts.

1. Visit the official BSNL recruitment website at bsnlregistration.ibtexamination.com
2. Register using your valid Mobile Number and Email ID to receive an OTP.
3. Fill in the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
4. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents like your 10th certificate and degree.
5. Pay the application fee through the provided online payment gateway.
6. Submit the form and take a printout of the computer-generated registration form for future reference.

Important Suggestion for Candidates applying for trainee posts

Suggestion 1: To successfully apply for the BSNL Senior Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026, candidates must first register on the official recruitment portal. It is essential to fill in all personal details carefully and verify your eligibility, age, and qualifications against the official criteria before submission. Please ensure that all required documents—including a recent passport-size color photograph (20kb–50kb), signature (10kb–20kb), educational certificates, and photo ID proof—are uploaded clearly in the specified formats.

Suggestion 2: Note that any incomplete or incorrect application forms are liable to be summarily rejected. If you encounter technical issues, such as pages not refreshing or upload errors, it is recommended to clear your browser’s cache and cookies. Once the registration period concludes and the editing window has passed, candidates can download their Admit Cards from the same official registration link using their login credentials. For further assistance, a dedicated Help Desk is available from 10 AM to 6 PM (Monday to Saturday) via the following channels: Phone: 8744058995 or 011-35808328 Email: helpdesk.bsnl@cbtexam.co.in or bsnlrectt@bsnl.co.in

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BSNL SET Jobs 2026 -FAQs

Based on the official BSNL recruitment notification, here we have explained five additional frequently asked questions that provide important technical and administrative details:

1. Can I change my examination center after submitting the application?

No, requests for a change of mailing address, discipline, or test center as declared in the online application will not be entertained. Candidates must choose one of the 27 available examination cities carefully during the registration process.

2. What happens if I submit multiple applications for the same post?

In the event of multiple applications or registrations from a single candidate, the latest application and registration number will be considered final. All older applications will be rejected.

3. What are the specific rules regarding marriage and eligibility?

No person who has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having a spouse living, or who has a spouse living and contracts a marriage with any person, shall be eligible for appointment. However, the Appointing Authority may grant an exemption if such a marriage is permissible under personal law and there are sufficient grounds to do so.

4. Will I receive my Admit Card via post or email?

No, the Admit Card will not be sent by post or by email. It must be downloaded directly from the official BSNL website (www.externalexam.bsnl.co.in) using your username and password well ahead of the examination date.

5. How is the final seniority of selected candidates determined?

The seniority of candidates appointed as Senior Executive Trainees will be determined based on the final merit list, which is prepared using the marks obtained in the prescribed selection process. This seniority will also regulate their inter-se-seniority for future promotions to the AGM grade.

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