Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has officially released the BSNL Junior Telecom Officer Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO) for 100 JTO (Telecom) posts through direct recruitment from open market across 21 BSNL Circles. BSNL JTO salary is ₹16,400 – ₹40,500 (IDA Pay Scale E-1, 2nd PRC); application fee is ₹2000 for UR/OBC/EWS and ₹1000 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. Last date for online registration is 3 July 2026 – apply immediately at BSNL Recruitment Portal
Job Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Ministry/Department | Ministry of Communications, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO |
| Post Name | Junior Telecom Officer – Telecom [JTO(T)-DR] |
| Total Vacancies | 100 Posts |
| Pay Scale/Salary | IDA Pay Scale E-1: ₹16,400 – ₹40,500 (2nd PRC w.e.f. 01.01.2007) |
| Job Category | Junior Officer Cadre (Circle Cadre) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Fee | ₹2000 (UR/OBC/EWS)/₹1000 (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Job Location | Pan India – 21 BSNL Circles |
| Official Website | BSNL Official Website |
| Apply Online | BSNL Recruitment Portal |
| Last Date to Register | 3 July 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
Salary Details
BSNL Junior Telecom Officer salary is paid under IDA (Industrial DA) Pay Scale – separate from Central Govt. 7th CPC. DA, HRA, and other BSNL perquisites are additional.
| Post | Pay Scale | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Telecom Officer – Telecom (JTO-DR) | IDA E-1 (2nd PRC) | ₹16,400 – ₹40,500 |
BSNL JTO salary per month (gross, including IDA and HRA) is approximately ₹40,000–₹55,000+ depending on posting circle. During probation/training period, candidates receive a stipend (training allowance) as decided by BSNL. BSNL JTO grade pay is not applicable (IDA pay scale, not CDA/7th CPC).
Vacancy Details – BSNL Junior Telecom Officer JTO Recruitment 2026
| Sl.No. | Circle | SC | ST | OBC(NCL) | EWS | UR/OBC(CL) | Total | PwBD (HI) | PwBD (Locomotor) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A&N | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | AP | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 3 | Assam | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Kolkata TD | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Chennai TD | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Chhattisgarh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | Gujarat | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 8 | Haryana | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | J&K | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Karnataka | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 26 | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | Kerala | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | MP | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 13 | MH | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
| 14 | NE-II | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Odisha | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | Rajasthan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | Sikkim | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 18 | Tamilnadu | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | Telangana | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 20 | Uttarakhand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 21 | UPW | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 12 | 6 | 10 | 11 | 61 | 100 | 3 | 2 |
Reservation as per Central Government guidelines for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS/Ex-Serviceman candidates.
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Application Fee
| Category | Fee per Post |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC/EWS | ₹2,000/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹1,000/- |
- Fee is payable online only (Internet Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card) at BSNL Recruitment Portal
- Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
- Challenge/contest window fee after exam: ₹400/- per question (non-refundable).
Eligibility Criteria/Educational Qualification
1. BSNL Junior Telecom Officer Qualification (Telecom Stream)
Essential:
Bachelor of Engineering Degree or equivalent from a Central Govt./State Govt. recognized Institution/University in any of the following disciplines:
- Telecommunications
- Electronics
- Radio
- Computer
- Electrical
- Information Technology (IT)
- Instrumentation
OR
M.Sc. (Electronics)/M.Sc. (Computer Science)
Notes:
- Candidates with M.Tech in prescribed disciplines are also eligible.
- Candidates must be Indian Nationals.
- Degree must be completed as on the closing date of receipt of application.
- Candidate must be capable of distinguishing principal colours and must have binocular vision.
- Qualification must be from a University recognized under UGC Act, 1956 (Section 3 – deemed university or incorporated by Act of Parliament).
Important Dates – BSNL Junior Telecom Officer Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 26 May 2026 |
| Online Registration Opens | 04 June 2026, 10:00 Hrs |
| Last Date for Registration | 03 July 2026, 10:00 Hrs |
| Application Editing Period Opens | 04 July 2026, 10:00 Hrs |
| Last Date for Editing Application | 11 July 2026, 10:00 Hrs |
| CBT Exam Date (Tentative) | August 2026 |
All updates, admit cards, and exam schedules will be available on BSNL Recruitment Portal only. Check regularly.
Age Limit
Age as on closing date of registration (03 July 2026): Minimum 20 years, Maximum 30 years.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved/EWS/OBC (CL) | 30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 Years (30+3) |
| SC/ST | 35 Years (30+5) |
| Ex-Serviceman | As per Central Govt. rules |
| PwBD – UR/EWS/OBC (CL) | 40 Years (30+10) |
| PwBD – OBC (NCL) | 43 Years (30+13) |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 45 Years (30+15) |
| BSNL Employees – UR/EWS/OBC (CL) | 35 Years (30+5) |
| BSNL Employees – OBC (NCL) | 38 Years (30+8) |
| BSNL Employees – SC/ST | 40 Years (30+10) |
| BSNL Employees (PwBD) – OBC (NCL) | 48 Years (30+18) |
| BSNL Employees (PwBD) – SC/ST | 50 Years (30+20) |
Age proof: Matriculation/Secondary School Leaving Certificate only. Horoscopes, affidavits, Municipal birth extracts, and service records are NOT accepted.
Check Your Eligibility Instantly Using: Age Calculator
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) – Multiple Choice Objective Type Test (3 hours duration, 480 marks, 120 questions) with negative marking.
- Section I: Engineering Stream – I (200 marks, 50 questions)
- Section II: Engineering Stream – II (200 marks, 50 questions)
- Section III: General Ability Test (80 marks, 20 questions)
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- UR/OBC (CL): 40% in each section + 50% overall
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD/EWS: 35% in each section + 45% overall
- Marking Scheme: +4 for correct answer, –1 for wrong answer.
- Normalization of marks will be applied if multiple sessions are held.
- Merit List prepared on total marks (Section I + II + III) subject to minimum qualifying criteria.
- Document Verification – shortlisted candidates called for original document verification.
- Medical Examination – appointment subject to passing BSNL Medical Examination standards.
No TA/DA is payable for any stage of the selection process. Appearance in the merit list does not guarantee appointment.
Bond, Training & Probation
- Selected candidates must execute a Bond of ₹6 Lakhs to serve BSNL for a minimum 5 years from date of appointment.
- Probation Period: 2 Years.
- Training: JTO Phase-I (10 weeks) + Field Training (4 weeks) + JTO Phase-II/Specialisation (6 weeks). Stipend payable during training as per BSNL norms.
- Seniority: 60% weightage to DR Exam marks + 40% to Phase-I training marks.
How to Apply – Step-by-Step
- Visit the official BSNL Recruitment Portal
- Complete online registration – portal opens 04 June 2026 at 10:00 Hrs.
- Keep the following ready before starting registration:
- Active mobile number and email ID (OTP-based verification)
- Scanned passport-size colour photograph (jpg/jpeg, 20–50 KB, white background)
- Scanned signature (jpg/jpeg, 10–20 KB)
- Class 10th Certificate (date of birth proof)
- Degree Certificate and consolidated mark sheets (all semesters)
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar, Passport, Driving License, or Voter ID)
- Category certificate – SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PwBD as applicable
- Medical Certificate for PwBD candidates
- Fill all personal details, educational qualifications, and circle preferences (up to 21 circles in order of preference).
- Upload photograph and signature – ensure both are clearly visible in preview.
- Pay the application fee online (₹2000/₹1000 as applicable) via Internet Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card.
- After registration closes, an Editing Window of 7 days opens (04 – 11 July 2026) for selective field corrections.
- Submit the application; note/save the Registration Number for all future communication.
- Download and print the computer-generated registration form – preserve it till selection process is completed.
- Download Admit Card from the same portal (BSNL Recruitment Portal) using username and password – it will NOT be sent by post or email.
Applications through any mode other than online will NOT be accepted. If multiple registrations are submitted, only the latest shall be considered. Govt./PSU employees must carry a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of document verification.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus Summary
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Engineering Stream – I | 50 | 200 | – |
| II | Engineering Stream – II | 50 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| III | General Ability Test | 20 | 80 | – |
| Total | 120 | 480 | 3 Hours |
Section I & II Syllabus (Telecom): Materials & Components, Physical Electronics & ICs, Network Theory, Electromagnetic Theory, Electronic Measurements, Power Electronics, Analog Circuits, Digital Circuits, Control Systems, Communication Systems, Microwave Engineering, Computer Engineering, Microprocessors.
Section III (General Ability): General English comprehension, Current events, Telecommunications developments, History of India, Geography – at Engineering Graduate level.
Examination Centres (27 Cities)
Port Blair, Vijayawada, Guwahati, Patna, Chennai, Raipur, Ahmedabad, Ambala, Shimla, Jammu, Ranchi, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram, Kolkata, Bhopal, Mumbai, Shillong, Dimapur, New Delhi, Bhubaneshwar, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Gangtok, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Meerut, Dehradun.
Candidate must choose one exam city only at the time of registration. Changes to exam centre will not be entertained after submission.
Important Instructions/General Conditions
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply for BSNL JTO recruitment 2026.
- Candidates must possess the required qualification on the closing date of registration.
- JTO is a Circle Cadre post – unit of recruitment is the respective Recruiting Circle.
- Candidates may opt up to all 21 Circles in order of preference; choosing more circles increases selection chances.
- Circle preference once exercised is final – no change allowed after submission.
- Selected candidates are liable to be transferred anywhere in India in the interest of service.
- All selected candidates must execute a bond of ₹6 Lakhs to serve BSNL for at least 5 years.
- Candidates already employed must resign from current organisation only after being declared medically fit – BSNL bears no responsibility if a candidate resigns before medical clearance.
- Canvassing in any form leads to immediate disqualification.
- BSNL reserves the right to cancel/restrict/modify the recruitment at any point without prior notice.
- Candidature is liable to be rejected at any stage if information is found false or misleading.
- Disputes shall be subject to jurisdiction of Courts/Tribunals at New Delhi.
- BSNL does not seek payments of any kind other than the registration fee and post-exam challenge fee.
- OBC (NCL) certificate must have been issued on or after 01.04.2026 by a competent authority.
- EWS certificate (Income & Asset) must also have been issued on or after 01.04.2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download the Official BSNL Recruitment Notification PDF |
| Apply Now | BSNL Recruitment Portal |
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FAQs – BSNL Junior Telecom Officer Recruitment 2026
What is the last date for BSNL Junior Telecom Officer Recruitment 2026?
As per the official notification, the last date for online registration for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 is 3 July 2026 at 10:00 Hrs. The application editing window closes on 11 July 2026.
How many vacancies are there in BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
As mentioned in the official recruitment notification (Advt. No. BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO), there are 100 posts of Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) through Direct Recruitment from open market across 21 BSNL Circles.
What is the salary for BSNL Junior Telecom Officer post?
The BSNL Junior Telecom Officer salary is in IDA Pay Scale E-1: ₹16,400–₹40,500 (2nd PRC w.e.f. 01.01.2007). Gross monthly salary including Industrial DA and HRA is approximately ₹40,000–₹55,000+ depending on posting location. Note: BSNL follows IDA pay scale – not 7th CPC/CDA.
What is the qualification required for BSNL Junior Telecom Officer Recruitment?
As per the official notification, the BSNL Junior Telecom Officer qualification is a B.E./B.Tech. Degree (or equivalent) in Telecommunications, Electronics, Radio, Computer, Electrical, IT, or Instrumentation from a recognized University/Institution. M.Sc. (Electronics) or M.Sc. (Computer Science) is also eligible. M.Tech holders in prescribed disciplines can also apply.
What is the selection process for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
According to the recruitment notification, the BSNL JTO selection process consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 480 marks (120 questions, 3 hours) with negative marking, followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination. The CBT is tentatively scheduled for August 2026.
Is there any application fee for BSNL Junior Telecom Officer Recruitment 2026?
Yes, there is an application fee. As per the official notification, the fee is ₹2,000 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹1,000 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates per post. Fee is paid online only and is non-refundable under any circumstances.
How to apply for BSNL Junior Telecom Officer Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only at bsnlregistration.ibtexamination.com/ The registration portal opens on 04 June 2026 (10:00 Hrs) and closes on 03 July 2026 (10:00 Hrs). No manual or paper applications will be accepted. Keep scanned photo, signature, certificates, and category documents ready before starting.
Can candidates from other states apply for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates from all states across India can apply. BSNL JTO recruitment is an All India competitive examination – there is no state restriction. Candidates can choose up to 21 BSNL Circles in order of preference. Final circle allotment depends on merit and vacancies available.
What is the age relaxation for OBC/SC/ST candidates in BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
As per the official notification, OBC (NCL) candidates get 3 years age relaxation (max 33 years) and SC/ST candidates get 5 years age relaxation (max 35 years). PwBD candidates get an additional 10 years relaxation over the base limit. Age is calculated as on the last date of registration, i.e., 03 July 2026.
Is there a bond requirement for BSNL Junior Telecom Officer post?
Yes. As mentioned in the official recruitment notification, all selected JTO (T)-DR candidates are required to execute a bond of ₹6 Lakhs (Six Lakhs) to serve BSNL for a minimum period of 5 (Five) years from the date of appointment as Junior Telecom Officer.
