BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 100 Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) posts through Direct Recruitment from the open market. Eligible candidates with a BE/B. Tech or M.Sc qualifications can apply online from 04 June 2026 to 03 July 2026 through the official BSNL recruitment portal.
Details for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post Name | Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 100 Posts |
| Job Category | Central Government Job |
| Qualification | BE/B.Tech / M.Sc in relevant discipline |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 Years |
| Salary | IDA Pay Scale E-1: ₹16,400 – ₹40,500 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test |
| Official Website | www.externalexam.bsnl.co.in |
| Last Date | 03 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details:
BSNL will recruit 100 Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) posts under Direct Recruitment.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 12 |
| ST | 6 |
| OBC NCL | 10 |
| EWS | 11 |
| UR/OBC CL | 61 |
Circle-wise Vacancy Details
| Circle | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| A&N | 1 |
| AP | 1 |
| Assam | 2 |
| Kolkata TD | 2 |
| Chennai TD | 5 |
| Chhattisgarh | 1 |
| Gujarat | 3 |
| Haryana | 1 |
| J&K | 1 |
| Karnataka | 26 |
| Kerala | 15 |
| MP | 10 |
| MH | 16 |
| NE-II | 3 |
| Odisha | 6 |
| Rajasthan | 1 |
| Sikkim | 1 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1 |
| Telangana | 2 |
| Uttarakhand | 1 |
| UPW | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria:
Nationality
Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Technology or equivalent degree from a recognized Central/State Government institution or university in any one of the following disciplines:
| Eligible Disciplines |
|---|
| Telecommunications |
| Electronics |
| Radio |
| Computer |
| Electrical |
| Information Technology |
| Instrumentation |
Candidates with M.Sc. Electronics or M.Sc. Computer Science is also eligible.
Age Limit
Candidates should be a minimum of 20 years and a maximum of 30 years as of the closing date of application.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC CL | 30 Years |
| OBC NCL | 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 35 Years |
| PwBD – UR / EWS / OBC CL | 40 Years |
| PwBD – OBC NCL | 43 Years |
| PwBD – SC / ST | 45 Years |
| BSNL Employee – UR / EWS / OBC CL | 35 Years |
| BSNL Employee – OBC NCL | 38 Years |
| BSNL Employee – SC / ST | 40 Years |
| BSNL Employee PwBD – OBC NCL | 48 Years |
| BSNL Employee PwBD – SC / ST | 50 Years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹2,000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹1,000 |
Payment must be made online through Internet Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
Selection Process:
The selection process will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Exam Pattern
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | Engineering Stream Section I | 50 | 200 |
| II | Engineering Stream Section II | 50 | 200 |
| III | General Ability Test Section III | 20 | 80 |
| Total | 120 | 480 |
Exam Duration: 3 Hours
Question Type: MCQ
Negative Marking: Yes
Marking Scheme: +4 marks for each correct answer and -1 mark for each wrong answer.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Sectional Qualifying Marks | Overall Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC CL | 40% | 50% |
| SC / ST / OBC NCL / PwBD / EWS | 35% | 45% |
The final merit list will be prepared based on total marks obtained in all three sections.
Salary:
Selected candidates will receive a salary in the IDA Pay Scale E-1: ₹16,400 – ₹40,500 as per BSNL rules.
Bond, Training and Probation
Selected candidates must execute a bond of ₹6 lakh to serve BSNL for at least 5 years from the date of appointment.
| Details | Duration |
|---|---|
| Probation Period | 2 Years |
| JTO Phase-I Training | 10 Weeks |
| Field Training | 4 Weeks |
| JTO Phase-II Training | 6 Weeks |
Exam Centres:
The CBT may be held in the following cities:
Panji, Vijayawada, Guwahati, Patna, Chennai, Raipur, Ahmedabad, Ambala, Shimla, Jammu, Ranchi, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram, Kolkata, Bhopal, Mumbai, Shillong, Dimapur, New Delhi, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Gangtok, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Meerut and Dehradun.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official BSNL recruitment website: www.externalexam.bsnl.co.in
- Open the BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 online application link.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Upload required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted form for future use.
Important Documents Required
Candidates may need to upload the following documents:
| Document |
|---|
| Recent passport-size photograph |
| Signature |
| Class 10 certificate |
| Degree certificate |
| Consolidated marksheet / semester marksheets |
| Caste certificate, if applicable |
| PwBD certificate, if applicable |
| Government ID proof |
| NOC, if applicable |
Important Dates
| Online Registration Starts | 04 June 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Online Registration Ends | 03 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Application Editing Starts | 04 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Application Editing Ends | 11 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| CBT Exam Date | August 2026 Tentative |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026:
What is the starting date to apply for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
The online application process will start on 04 June 2026 at 10:00 AM.
What is the last date to apply for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 03 July 2026 at 10:00 AM.
How many vacancies are available in BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
There are 100 Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) vacancies.
What are the qualifications for the BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have a BE/B. Tech or equivalent degree in relevant engineering disciplines, or M.Sc Electronics / M.Sc Computer Science.
What is the selection process for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
Selection will be done through a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
What is the application fee for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹2,000 for UR/OBC/EWS and ₹1,000 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.