BSNL Recruitment 2026: BSNL announced recruitment for 120 Senior Executive Trainee positions for 2026. The deadline for applications is nearing.

India's leading telecommunications company, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), announced recruitment for Senior Executive Trainee (SET) positions for 2026. A total of 120 positions will be filled through this recruitment drive. Interested and eligible candidates began applying online on February 5, 2026. The deadline for applying is very near. Candidates can apply until March 7.

A total of 120 positions will be filled under this recruitment drive. Of these, 95 positions are for the telecom stream, while 25 positions are for the finance stream. This means this is a good opportunity for young people in both the engineering and finance fields.

The application process began on February 5, 2026, and will continue until March 7, 2026. Candidates are advised not to wait for the deadline and complete their applications on time. A correction window will then open from March 8 to March 15, 2026, allowing candidates to correct errors in their forms. The computer-based test (CBT) is expected to be held on March 29, 2026.

What are the required qualifications?

Candidates applying for the telecom stream must have a full-time BE or BTech degree. They must have completed their studies with at least 60 percent marks. Final-year students can also apply, provided they complete their degree within the stipulated time. Candidates must have a degree in a course such as electronics, telecommunications, computer science, IT, or electrical engineering. For the Finance stream, candidates must be Chartered Accountants (CA) or Cost Management Accountants (CMA).

What is the age limit?

The minimum age for this recruitment is 21 years, while the maximum age is 30 years. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates as per government regulations.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected in two stages. The first stage will be a Computer Based Test (CBT). This test will consist of MCQ questions. The exam will be conducted online. In the next stage, successful candidates will be called for document verification. The final appointment process will be completed only after all certificates are found to be correct.

How to Apply?

Candidates can fill out the online form by visiting the BSNL official website. Providing correct information is essential. Incorrect information may result in rejection of the application. Candidates can consult the official website for more details.