BEL Recruitment 2025 for Project Engineers – Overview
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a prestigious Navaratna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has announced a significant recruitment drive for Project Engineer-I positions. This is a golden opportunity for dynamic and experienced engineering graduates to contribute to India’s premier professional electronics company. The recruitment is for BEL’s Military Communication SBU, Bangalore Complex, with an advertisement date of May 20, 2025. A total of 28 vacancies are available on a temporary basis, with postings in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Interested and eligible candidates must apply offline by June 4, 2025.
Organization Details: BEL Seeks Talented Engineers
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is at the forefront of India’s defence electronics and professional electronics sector. Known for its commitment to quality, technology, and innovation, BEL plays a crucial role in empowering the nation’s defence capabilities.
This specific recruitment aims to fill 28 posts for Project Engineer-I within the Military Communication Strategic Business Unit (SBU) for deployment at project sites.
- Hiring Body: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
- Post Name: Project Engineer-I
- Number of Posts: 28
- Advertisement No.: 383/HR/MILCOM/2025/PE-I
- Job Location: Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Candidates should be prepared for posting to these locations and must be willing to relocate and travel frequently for project-related work as per management’s discretion. Initial training will be provided in Bangalore.
BEL Project Engineer Vacancy Breakdown 2025
The vacancies are distributed across various engineering disciplines as detailed below. The number of vacancies may be increased or decreased based on actual requirements at the discretion of BEL Management. Furthermore, 4% of the posts will be reserved for Persons with Disability (PwBD).
| Engineering Discipline | No. of Posts |
| BE/B.Tech in Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication/ Telecommunication / Communication | 16 |
| BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering/ Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 8 |
| B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Information Technology/ Information Science | 4 |
| Total Posts | 28 |
Reservation Details:
- General (Gen): 10 posts
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 4 posts
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 8 posts
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 4 posts
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 2 posts
Concessions and relaxations for reserved categories will be as per Government guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria for BEL Project Engineer-I Recruitment
Candidates aspiring to join BEL as Project Engineer-I must meet the specified eligibility criteria regarding educational qualifications, age limit, and post-qualification experience as of May 1, 2025.
Educational Qualification:
- Applicants must possess a full-time BE/B.Tech course (4 years) with a PASS CLASS from a recognized University/Institution in the following engineering disciplines:
- Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Telecommunication / Communication Engineering.
- Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
- Computer Science / Computer Science & Engineering / Information Technology / Information Science.
- Candidates must compulsorily attach their Provisional/Final Degree Certificate as proof of completion of their degree and indication of class and percentage of marks.
Age Limit (as on 01.05.2025):
- The upper age limit for General Category candidates is 32 years.
- Age Relaxations:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 3 years.
- Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates with a minimum of 40% disability will receive a 10-year relaxation in addition to the relaxation applicable to their respective categories.
- Reservation and relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates will adhere to Government directives/guidelines.
Post Qualification Experience (as on 01.05.2025):
- Candidates must have a minimum of Two Years of relevant post-qualification industrial experience.
- Experience in IP Networking and Helpdesk Management is desirable.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in IT Infrastructure Projects, IP Networking, Data Centre Projects, CCTV Projects, Sensors-based IOT Projects, or in the installation, configuration, maintenance, or product support services of any IP-enabled Electronic/Software product.
- Important Notes on Experience:
- Only candidates with industrial experience should apply.
- Academic, teaching, or research work experience will not be considered relevant industrial experience.
- Internship or project work placements that were part of the academic curriculum will not be counted as relevant experience.
- Work experience gained before the completion of the relevant minimum essential qualification will not be considered.
- However, one year of completed apprenticeship training will be considered as experience.
- Candidates must possess experience certificates/documents from previous and current employers clearly indicating the period of employment and the post held. The decision of the selection committee regarding industrial experience will be final.
Key Dates for BEL Recruitment 2025
Staying updated with the timeline is crucial for a successful application.
- Date of Advertisement: May 20, 2025
- Application Start Date: May 20, 2025 (Offline Mode)
- Last Date for Receipt of Application Forms: June 4, 2025
- Cut-off Date for Age and Experience Calculation: May 1, 2025
- OBC (NCL) Certificate Issue Date: On or after May 1, 2024
- Written Test/Interview Date: To be notified on the BEL website.
Salary & Benefits for BEL Project Engineer-I
Project Engineer-I personnel will be engaged initially for a period of Three years, which may be extended up to a maximum of one additional year (total 4 years) based on project requirements and individual performance. The consolidated remuneration and benefits are as follows:
| Year | Designation (as per PDF table) | Consolidated Remuneration (Per Month) |
| 1st Year | Project Engineer-I | Rs. 40,000/- |
| 2nd Year | Project Engineer-II | Rs. 45,000/- |
| 3rd Year | Project Engineer-III | Rs. 50,000/- |
| 4th Year | Project Engineer-IV | Rs. 55,000/- |
Additional Benefits Payable:
- Area Allowance: 10% of the consolidated remuneration per month.
- Annual Allowance: Rs. 12,000/- per year towards insurance premium, attire allowance, stitching charges, footwear charges, etc.
Retention Bonus:
Project Engineers who join as Project Engineer-I and complete an overall tenure of 4 years will be entitled to a Retention Bonus of Rs. 25,000/- for every completed year.1 This total amount of Rs. 1,00,000/- will be payable at the end of the 4-year tenure.
Selected candidates are also required to be covered under a medical insurance scheme (Rs. 2 Lakhs per annum) and a life cover scheme (Rs. 5 Lakhs per annum) at the time of joining.
BEL Project Engineer Selection Process 2025
The selection methodology for the Project Engineer-I post will involve two stages:
- Written Test:
- The written test will carry 85% weightage in the selection process.
- The venue for the Written Test will be Ghaziabad.
- Interview:
- Candidates who pass the written test will be shortlisted for an interview in a 1:5 ratio based on merit.
- The interview will carry 15% weightage.
- The venue for the Interview will also be Ghaziabad.
The names of candidates shortlisted for the Written Test, Interview, and final selections will be notified on the BEL Company’s website. Please note that Written Test/Interview call letters will be sent through email only. Candidates must possess at least one valid email ID.
How to Apply for BEL Project Engineer Vacancy 2025
Interested candidates who meet all the specified criteria must apply through offline mode. Follow these steps carefully:
- Ensure Eligibility: Before applying, candidates must ensure they fulfill all eligibility criteria mentioned in the advertisement.
- Download Application Format: The application form link is provided at the end of this article.
- Fill the Application Form: Enter all information correctly in the prescribed application form. Changes are not permitted after submission. The application form requires details such as personal information, qualifications, experience, and choice of location (Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh).
- Superscribe the Envelope: The envelope containing the application form must be superscribed with “Application for the post of Project Engineer-I, Military Communications SBU”.
- Attach Documents: Enclose self-attested photocopies of all required documents as listed in the “Documents to be Submitted” section below.
- Send by Post: Send the completed application form along with enclosures by ordinary or speed post to the following address:
- The Assistant Manager – HR Military Communication SBU, Bharat Electronics Limited, Jalahalli Post, Bengaluru – 560013
- Deadline: The application must reach the above address on or before June 4, 2025.
Applications that are incomplete, not in the prescribed format, not eligible, or without the required enclosures will be summarily rejected without assigning any reason, and no correspondence will be entertained in this regard. Candidates are permitted to apply for only one location.
Application Fees for BEL Project Engineer
- For Project Engineer-I: Rs. 472/- (Application Fee of Rs. 400/- plus 18% GST).
- Exemption: Candidates belonging to PwBD, SC, and ST categories are exempted from payment of the application fee.
Instructions for Payment:
- Payment must be made through SBI Collect.
- Visit www.onlinesbi.sbi or use the direct link provided on the BEL official notification.
- Select “State Bank Collect”, accept terms and conditions, and proceed.
- Choose Corporation/Institution type as “PSU – Public Sector Undertaking” and then select “Bharat Electronics Limited”.
- Select the payment category: “Recruitment of Project Engineers – I for MILCOM SBU – Bangalore Complex”.
- Complete the payment and save/print the SBI Collect e-receipt. The “SBI Collect reference No.” must be entered in the Application Form.
- The payment receipt/screenshot must be attached to the application form.
- Fees once paid will not be refunded.
- Candidates can also make payment by approaching an SBI branch by selecting the SBI branch payment option in SBI Collect, downloading the challan, and depositing the fee.
Documents to be Submitted with the Application (Self-Attested Copies)
Ensure you attach the following documents:
- 10th Standard marks card / SSLC / Matriculation Certificate (as proof of date of birth).
- PUC/12th Class / Diploma Marks Card. (Candidates who completed their bachelor’s degree after a Diploma must enclose a copy of diploma certificates).
- BE/B.Tech Marks cards for all semesters/years.
- Provisional/Final Degree Certificate.
- Final consolidated marks sheet. CGPA to percentage conversion formula from university/institution must be attached if applicable.
- Caste/Community/Disability/Income certificate (SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD/EWS) in the prescribed format.
- OBC (NCL) certificate must be issued on or after 01.05.2024. EWS certificate for 2024-25 or the present financial year.
- Post-qualification experience certificate(s) from previous/current employers. If the current employment certificate is not produced, the offer of current appointment, latest pay slip, and employee ID proof must be compulsorily attached.
- A brief write-up on duties and responsibilities in current/previous jobs.
- Copy of SBI e-receipt for application fee payment.
- Identity Proof (Aadhar card / Driving License / Voter ID).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently working in PSUs/Government/Quasi-Government organizations.
Official Notification & Application Links for BEL Project Engineer-I
- Official Notification PDF: Download Now
- Application Form: Download Now
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This is an excellent career opportunity for experienced engineers to join a leading defence PSU. Ensure your application is complete and reaches BEL by the deadline. Good luck!