Registration Deadline Extended | 120 Vacancies Announced
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has officially released the notification for Senior Executive Trainee (SET) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 120 executive-level vacancies in the Telecom and Finance streams under the E-3 IDA pay scale.
The online application process started on 5 February 2026 and will now remain open until 31 March 2026 (10:00 Hrs). Interested candidates must apply only through the official website.
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Name | BSNL Senior Executive Trainee (SET) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Total Vacancies | 120 |
| Post Level | Senior Executive Trainee (E-3 Scale) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.externalexam.bsnl.co.in |
BSNL aims to appoint dynamic professionals for managerial roles in telecom operations and financial management. The position offers stable government employment, career growth opportunities, and attractive salary benefits.
Download BSNL SET Notification 2026 PDF
Apply Last Date Extension Notice
Vacancy Details (Stream-Wise)
| Stream | Vacancies |
| Senior Executive Trainee – Telecom | 95 |
| Senior Executive Trainee – Finance | 25 |
| Total | 120 |
Reservations will be provided as per Government of India norms.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 29 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 05 February 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 March 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Application Correction Window | 01 April – 08 April 2026 |
Candidates are advised to complete the registration before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
BSNL SET Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (As on Closing Date)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (General/EWS/OBC) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Educational Qualification
Telecom Stream
Full-time B.E./B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in:
- Electronics & Telecommunication
- Electronics
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Electrical
- Instrumentation
Finance Stream
- Chartered Accountant (CA)
OR - Cost & Management Accountant (CMA)
Candidates with CGPA must provide a university conversion certificate during document verification.
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit www.externalexam.bsnl.co.in
- Click on “Senior Executive Trainee (DR) – 2026”
- Complete registration using valid email & mobile number
- Fill in personal and educational details
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and download confirmation slip
Offline applications will not be accepted.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹1,250 |
Payment must be made through online mode only.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Total Questions: 200
- Duration: 180 Minutes
- Part I – Aptitude (40 Questions)
- Part II – Technical (160 Questions)
- Negative Marking Applicable
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents.
Final Merit List
Based on CBT performance and minimum qualifying marks.
Exam Pattern
| Stream | Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Telecom | Part-I | Aptitude | 40 | 40 |
| Telecom | Part-II | Technical | 160 | 160 |
| Finance | Part-I | Aptitude | 40 | 40 |
| Finance | Part-II | Technical | 160 | 160 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- General: 40% in each part & 50% overall
- Reserved Categories: 35% in each part & 45% overall
Syllabus Highlights
Aptitude (Common for Both Streams)
- Quantitative Ability
- Logical & Analytical Reasoning
- Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension
Telecom Technical
- Telecommunications & Signal Processing
- Wireless & Wireline Systems
- IP/Data Networks
- Emerging Technologies (IoT, AI, Cloud, SDN)
- Project Management
Finance Technical
- Advanced Accounting
- GST & Income Tax
- Cost & Financial Management
- Corporate Laws
- Audit & Assurance
Salary & Career Growth
Selected candidates will be appointed in IDA Pay Scale (E-3): ₹24,900 – ₹50,500 (Pre-revised).
- One-year training period with stipend
- After probation → Designated as Senior Executive (DR)
- Eligible for promotion to Assistant General Manager (E-4) after 3 years
FAQs
How many vacancies are available?
A total of 120 vacancies (95 Telecom, 25 Finance).
What is the last date to apply?
31 March 2026 (10:00 Hrs).
What is the selection method?
Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification.
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