Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced the recruitment of Senior Executive Trainee (SET) positions for the year 2026. A total of 120 vacancies are available for eligible engineering graduates. Candidates possessing a valid GATE score can apply online through the official recruitment portal.
| Organization |
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post Name |
Senior Executive Trainee (SET) |
| Total Vacancies |
120 |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Selection Process |
GATE Score / Interview |
| Job Location |
Across India |
| Official Website |
bsnl.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Release |
2026 |
| Online Application Start |
As per Official Notice |
| Last Date to Apply |
As per Official Notice |
| Interview / Final Selection |
To Be Announced |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech. degree in relevant engineering discipline.
- Valid GATE score in the applicable engineering stream.
- Degree must be from a recognized university or institution.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per government norms.
Vacancy Details
The 120 vacancies are distributed among engineering streams such as:
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Computer Science Engineering
- Information Technology
- Electrical Engineering
- Other relevant technical disciplines
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on GATE Score
- Interview / Personal Interaction
- Final Merit List Preparation
Final selection will be made based on merit and fulfillment of eligibility conditions.
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
| General / OBC |
As per Notification |
| SC / ST / PwBD |
As per Notification |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official BSNL website (bsnl.co.in).
- Go to the Recruitment section.
- Select Senior Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026.
- Click on Apply Online.
- Fill in required details carefully.
- Upload necessary documents.
- Pay application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout.
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary package along with this:
- Basic Pay
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Medical Benefits
- Retirement Benefits
- Career Growth Opportunities
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the total number of vacancies?
Ans: A total of 120 Senior Executive Trainee posts are available.
2. What qualification is required?
Ans: Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech degree and valid GATE score.
3. What is the selection method?
Ans: Selection is based on GATE score and interview performance.
4. How can I apply?
Ans: Applications must be submitted online through the official BSNL website.
5. Is this a central government job?
Ans: Yes, BSNL is a government-owned telecommunications company.