BEL Recruitment 2026 – 56 Field Operation Engineer & Project Engineer-I Posts
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), the Navratna defence PSU, has opened applications for 56 contractual posts under its Homeland Security & Smart City Business (HLS&SCB) Strategic Business Unit. Advertisement No. 383/HR/HLS&SCB/2025-26, dated 20 May 2026. The two posts on offer are Field Operation Engineer (FOE) — 25 vacancies at ₹60,000/month — and Project Engineer-I (PE-I) — 31 vacancies at ₹40,000/month. Last date to apply: 8 June 2026.
Important: These are temporary contractual positions — NOT permanent BEL employment. The initial contract is 3 years, extendable based on project requirements. There is no guarantee of permanent absorption.
Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | UR | OBC (NCL) | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field Operation Engineer (FOE) | 11 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 25 |
| Project Engineer-I (PE-I) | 12 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 31 |
| Total | 23 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 56 |
Horizontal reservation for PwBD applies as per GoI norms. Age cutoff date: 01 June 2026.
Pay & Contract Duration
| Post | Monthly Pay | Annual Allowance | Annual Increment (on extension) | Contract Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field Operation Engineer (FOE) | ₹60,000 | ₹20,000 (insurance, attire, footwear) | ₹5,000 per year | 3 yrs (extendable up to 5 yrs) |
| Project Engineer-I (PE-I) | ₹40,000 | ₹12,000 (insurance, attire, footwear) | ₹5,000 per year | 3 yrs (extendable up to 4 yrs) |
No HRA, no PF, no gratuity is mentioned for these contractual roles — compensation is the consolidated monthly amount plus the annual allowance for insurance, attire, and footwear. Confirm the exact benefits from BEL's official notification before applying.
Eligibility — Education & Age
Educational Qualification (both posts): B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) — 4-year course — OR M.E./M.Tech OR MCA, from an AICTE/UGC-approved institution. Eligible disciplines: Electronics / ECE / Telecommunication / Mechanical / Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Computer Science / Information Technology. No minimum percentage specified — pass class is sufficient.
| Post | Age Limit (UR) | Age Limit (OBC) | Age Limit (SC/ST) | Experience Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOE | 40 years | 43 years | 45 years | 5 years post-qualification |
| PE-I | 32 years | 35 years | 37 years | 2 years post-qualification |
Required Experience (Domain-Specific)
Both FOE and PE-I candidates must have hands-on experience in one or more of these technical areas:
- Networking (LAN/WAN, routing/switching protocols)
- Data Centre Operations
- Database Administration
- Firewall Management
FOE requires 5 years of post-qualification experience; PE-I requires 2 years. As on 01 June 2026.
Application Fee
| Post | Gen / OBC / EWS | SC / ST / PwBD |
|---|---|---|
| Field Operation Engineer | ₹450 + 18% GST = ₹531 | NIL |
| Project Engineer-I | ₹400 + 18% GST = ₹472 | NIL |
| Payment Mode | SBI Collect (online only) | — |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Written Test | Objective type — pre-registered walk-in format. Venue intimated via email. | 85 |
| Personal Interview | Candidates shortlisted in 1:10 ratio (merit + category) from written test | 15 |
| Document Verification | Mandatory — original documents at the time of DV | Qualifying |
| Medical Fitness | Medical examination as per BEL norms | Qualifying |
Job Location
Project sites spread across Delhi, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. Candidates must be willing to travel and be posted across India as project requirements evolve under the SMART City / Homeland Security umbrella.
How to Apply
- Visit BEL's careers page: bel-india.in/careers/
- Find the notification for FOE / PE-I under HLS&SCB — Adv 383/HR/HLS&SCB/2025-26
- Fill and submit the online registration form (Microsoft Forms link available in the notification)
- Pay application fee via SBI Collect — ₹531 (FOE) or ₹472 (PE-I) for Gen/OBC/EWS
- No hard copy to be sent — keep confirmation receipt for reference
- Last date: 08 June 2026
Note: PSU/Government employees must produce an NOC; serving BEL employees must submit an Intimation Letter from their HR. No TA/DA is provided for attending the walk-in selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are BEL FOE and PE-I permanent government jobs?
No. These are temporary contractual positions under BEL's Homeland Security & Smart City Business SBU. The initial contract is 3 years — extendable to 5 years for FOE and 4 years for PE-I, based on project needs. There is no guarantee of permanent absorption. If you want a permanent BEL job, look for BEL's regular MT/Engineer recruitment cycles.
Q: What is the difference between FOE and PE-I in this BEL recruitment?
FOE (Field Operation Engineer) is a senior contractual role — ₹60,000/month, 5 years of experience required, age up to 40 (UR), contract extendable up to 5 years. PE-I (Project Engineer-I) is a junior contractual role — ₹40,000/month, 2 years experience required, age up to 32 (UR), contract extendable up to 4 years. Both work on the same Homeland Security/SMART City projects but at different responsibility levels.
Q: What disciplines are eligible for BEL FOE/PE-I?
B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech/MCA in Electronics, ECE, Telecommunication, Mechanical, Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, Computer Science, or Information Technology. The focus is on networking and data centre expertise, so CS/IT/ECE/Electrical candidates with relevant experience are the primary fit.
Q: What is the application fee for BEL recruitment 2026?
For FOE: ₹450 + 18% GST = ₹531 total. For PE-I: ₹400 + 18% GST = ₹472 total. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from fees. Payment is through SBI Collect (online only). EWS candidates pay the full fee.
Q: How does the BEL walk-in written test work?
It's a "pre-registered walk-in" — you register online first, and then BEL communicates the date and venue of the written test via your registered email. You physically attend the test at that location. Shortlisted candidates (1:10 ratio, merit + category-wise) are called for interview. There is no TA/DA for attending either the test or the interview.