BSNL Recruitment 2026 :- Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has officially released the recruitment notification for the post of Senior Executive Trainee (SET) in Telecom and Finance streams. A total of 120 vacancies have been announced for the year 2026.
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The online application process has commenced on 05 February 2026 and will continue until 07 March 2026. The written examination is tentatively scheduled for 29 March 2026. Interested candidates can apply through the official portal. Below are the complete details regarding eligibility, vacancy breakdown, and the application process.
💡 Recruitment Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post Name | Senior Executive Trainee (SET) |
| Advt. No. | BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2025-RECTT-CO-Part (1) |
| Total Vacancies | 120 Posts (Telecom & Finance) |
| Application Dates | 05 Feb 2026 to 07 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 29 March 2026 |
| Official Website | bsnl.co.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 29 January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 05 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 07 March 2026 |
| Correction Window | 08 March to 15 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 29 March 2026 |
📢 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 120
| Category | Telecom | Finance | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 40 | 11 | 51 |
| EWS | 09 | 02 | 11 |
| OBC | 25 | 06 | 31 |
| SC | 14 | 04 | 18 |
| ST | 07 | 02 | 09 |
| Total | 95 | 25 | 120 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Senior Executive Trainee (Telecom):
- B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent Engineering degree with minimum 60% marks (Regular Full Time).
- Allowed Disciplines: Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, Electrical, Instrumentation (or combination of these).
- Senior Executive Trainee (Finance):
- Chartered Accountant (CA) OR Cost and Management Accountancy (CMA).
2. Age Limit (As on 07/03/2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age:
- General / EWS / OBC-CL: 30 Years
- OBC-NCL: 33 Years
- SC / ST: 35 Years
💸 Application Fee
- General / EWS / OBC: ₹ 2500/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹ 1250/-
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI).
📝 Selection Process
The selection will be based on the following stages:
- Written Examination (Scheduled for 29 March 2026)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
BSNL Recruitment 2026
🚀 How to Apply
- Visit the official application portal: Click Here.
- Read the detailed notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
- Register by providing basic details and contact information.
- Fill in the application form and upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Marksheets).
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
❓ FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for BSNL SET Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The last date to apply online is 07 March 2026.
Q2. What is the exam date for BSNL Senior Executive Trainee?
Ans. The written exam is scheduled for 29 March 2026.
Q3. Can final year students apply?
Ans. Candidates must possess the required degree as per the eligibility mentioned in the official notification. Please refer to the PDF for specific cutoff date clauses.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Ans. ₹ 2500/- for General/OBC/EWS and ₹ 1250/- for SC/ST/PH candidates.
💡 Final Thoughts
This is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates and finance professionals to join a premier Public Sector Undertaking (PSU). With a high number of vacancies and a clear selection path, eligible candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline of 07 March 2026 to avoid last-minute rush. Prepare well for the written exam scheduled in late March.