🔥 Career Alert! BEL Hiring Senior Engineers (E-III Grade) - Fixed Tenure! Apply Now!

Calling all engineering graduates and postgraduates! Here's some exciting news from Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a prestigious Navratna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence. BEL has announced a special recruitment drive for Senior Engineer (E-III Grade) positions on a 5-year fixed tenure basis!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of India’s premier professional electronics companies. They're looking to fill 14 vacancies for their Naval Systems (S&CS) SBU, with the primary posting at Kochi. If you're ready to contribute to national defence and technology, this is your chance!

🗓️ Key Dates & Deadlines You Can't Miss!

Make sure you mark these crucial dates in your calendar:

• Advertisement Date: May 21, 2025
• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: June 16, 2025 ⏰
• Cut-off Date for Age and Experience: May 1, 2025
• Written Test/Interview Dates: Will be announced later via email and on the BEL website.

Don't delay! Get your applications in well before the deadline!

🏛️ About Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL): Your Future Employer!

• Hiring Body: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
• Nature of Organization: A proud Navratna Company and India’s leading professional electronics company, operating under the Ministry of Defence.
• Number of Posts: 14 (Fourteen)
• Post Name: Senior Engineer (E-III Grade) on Fixed Tenure Basis
• Post Code: NS1SE/FTE-2025
• Job Location: Primarily Kochi, but be ready for postings anywhere in India and travel as per project needs. 🇮🇳
• Advertisement Number: 383/HR/Rec-E-III(FTE)/NS-S&CS/2025-26

📊 BEL Senior Engineer Vacancy Breakdown 2025

The 14 vacancies for the Senior Engineer (E-III Grade) are distributed across various categories. Here’s the breakdown:

Role	No. of Posts	Reservation
Senior Engineer (E-III Grade) (5-year FTE)	14	UR -7, EWS -1, OBC(NCL) -3, SC -2, ST -1 Total -14

Note: Reservation for Persons with Disability (PwBD) will be as per Government guidelines.

✅ BEL Senior Engineer Eligibility Criteria 2025: Do You Qualify?

It’s super important to meet all eligibility conditions for educational qualification, age, and experience as of May 1, 2025. Let’s dive into the details!

🎓 Educational Qualification (as on 01.05.2025)

You need a full-time B.E/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech with First Class from an AICTE-approved College/Institute or a recognized University in these disciplines:

• Electronics: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Telecommunication Engineering. 📡

• Mechanical: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering. ⚙️

• Computer Science: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science / Computer Science Engineering / Computer Science & Engineering. 💻

• Important: Your degree specialization must match the prescribed disciplines. If you have a CGPA/credit system, attach the conversion formula from your University – otherwise, your application might be cancelled!

🎂 Age Limit (as on 01.05.2025)

• Upper Age Limit: 35 years for General & EWS candidates.
• Age Relaxation:
  • OBC (NCL): 3 years
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • PwBD: 10 years (in addition to their category relaxation, with min. 40% disability).

👨‍🏭 Post Qualification Experience (as on 01.05.2025)

This is key! You need relevant post-qualification industrial experience in specific technical areas:

• For B.E/B.Tech candidates: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• For M.E/M.Tech candidates: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.

Here’s a breakdown of the specific technical areas for each discipline:

Electronics Discipline:

• Electronics System design and handling of Electronic testing tools.
• Firmware testing – Verilog / VHDL, programming for Altera / Xilinx and verification.
• PCB level / sub-system level / system level testing & troubleshooting.
• Preparing acceptance test procedure documents.
• Preparing technical documents as per naval standards.
• EMI/EMC testing as per MIL Standards.
• Conducting field testing of electronics modules/systems.
• Working with cross-functional teams for integration and testing of Sonar modules at site and on-board Naval platforms.
• Preparing test plans and generating reports.

Mechanical Discipline:

• 3D modelling of mechanical systems using SolidWorks.
• Preparing and analysing models, manufacturing assembly drawings, part drawings, and BOM.
• Mechanical system development/assembly.
• Installation and support to integrate systems on Naval platforms.
• Preparing installation manuals, Technical manuals & Engineering documents.
• Qualification testing as per MIL Standards.

Computer Science Discipline:

• C/C++ programming with QT framework.
• Object-oriented programming & UML diagrams.
• Debugging and optimising software for performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Preparation of software test plans.
• Performance unit testing, system validation, and real-time trials.
• Preparation of software documents as per IEEE std-12207.
• Manual or automatic testing for static code analysis, dynamic code coverage, unit testing, and software quality assurance.

Important Notes on Experience:

• Teaching/Academic/Research work will not be considered as relevant industrial experience.
• Experience in banking/financial institutions, non-profit organizations, and academic internships will not be considered.
• Only relevant educational qualifications and relevant post-qualification industry experience will be counted.
• The selection committee's decision on experience relevance is final.
• Work experience without supporting documents will not be considered.

💰 Salary & Benefits: What You'll Get as a BEL Senior Engineer!

Selected candidates will receive an attractive remuneration package:

• Pay Scale: Rs. 50,000 – 3% – Rs. 1,60,000/- per month.
• Basic Pay: Rs. 50,000/-
• Other Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Perquisites (35% of Basic Pay), Performance Related Pay (PRP), Group Insurance, Medical facilities, and Provident Fund. Sounds good, right? 🤩

Period of Contract: The initial engagement is for five (5) years. This can be extended by a maximum of another two years (total max tenure of 7 years), depending on project progress and your performance.

📝 Selection Process 2025: How BEL Will Choose You!

The selection process for the Senior Engineer position involves these stages:

1. Screening of Applications: Your application and submitted documents will be carefully screened. Make sure everything is accurate to avoid rejection!
2. Written Test: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Written Test, carrying 85 marks. The list will be posted on the BEL website.
3. Interview: Candidates who qualify the Written Test will be shortlisted for an interview. Shortlisting will be based on Written Test scores, in a 1:7 ratio (post-wise and category-wise). This list will also be on the BEL website.
4. Document Verification: This will likely happen during the selection process.

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• The venue for the test/interview will be informed later via email only. So, keep an eye on your inbox! 📧

✍️ How to Apply for BEL Senior Engineer Recruitment 2025: Your Step-by-Step Guide!

Unlike many other government jobs, this application is offline, meaning you need to send it by post. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Download Application Form: Get the application form from the BEL website’s careers section under the relevant advertisement. (Link provided below).
2. Fill Meticulously: Download and fill out the form very carefully. Ensure all details are accurate and match your documents.
3. Prepare Enclosures: Gather all required self-attested photocopies of documents as listed in the notification (see "Documents to be Submitted" below).
4. Pay Application Fee (if applicable): Remit the fee through SBI Collect (details below).
5. Superscribe the Envelope: This is important! On your sealed A4 envelope, clearly write: "Application for the post of Sr. Engr. (E-III Grade) Fixed Tenure basis-NS(S&amp;CS)"
6. Send by Post: Mail your complete application with all enclosures to: Manager (HR-NS/S&amp;CS), Bharat Electronics Ltd, Jalahalli post, Bengaluru – 560013
7. Deadline: Your application MUST reach the address on or before June 16, 2025. Late, incomplete, or ineligible applications will be rejected without any communication.

📝 Documents to be Submitted with Your Application (Self-Attested Photocopies):

• SSLC/SSC/ISC/10th Standard marks card (for Date of Birth proof).
• All educational qualification certificates (from Class X onwards).
• B.E/B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech final Degree certificate.
• All semester/final consolidated marks sheets.
• CGPA/Credits to Percentage Conversion Formula from your University (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 May 1, 2024.
  • EWS certificate: For the financial year 2024-25 or current financial year.
• Post-qualification experience certificate(s) from previous to current employer (joining/appointment & relieving letters).
• If current employment certificate isn't available, attach joining/appointment letter, first and latest pay slip, and employee ID proof.
• A write-up detailing your roles and responsibilities/experience in current and previous jobs.
• SBI Collect challan/receipt (if you paid a fee).
• NOC (No Objection Certificate) if currently working in PSUs/Government organizations (can submit at application or interview time).

💳 BEL Senior Engineer Application Fees 2025

• For General/OBC/EWS Candidates: Rs. 400/- + 18% GST.
• For SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: EXEMPTED from fee payment! 🎉

Instructions for Fee Payment via SBI Collect:

1. Go to www.onlinesbi.sbi.
2. Select State Bank Collect.
3. Accept terms & conditions, then proceed.
4. Select State of Corporation/Institution as “All India”.
5. Select Type of Corporation/Institution as “PSU – Public Sector Undertaking” and click ‘Go’.
6. Select PSU – Public Sector Undertaking as “Bharat Electronics Limited” and click ‘Submit’.
7. Select Payment category: “RECT OF SR. ENGR (E-III, FTE) NS1” for Kochi, NS (S&amp;CS).
8. Complete the payment and take a printout of the receipt to attach with your application form.
9. Important: General/OBC/EWS candidates must enter the “SBI Collect Reference No.” in the Application Form.

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• Fees once paid are non-refundable. No cheque, DD, or cash will be accepted.

📢 General Instructions for All Applicants

• Keep a valid email ID active; all communications will be via email and BEL website.
• Outstation candidates attending interviews will be reimbursed AC Chair Car / Third Tier A/C train fare.
• Check BEL's careers section regularly for any updates or revisions to the advertisement.
• Canvassing will lead to disqualification.
• Only Indian nationals should apply.
• If you've had legal issues with a past employer, mention it clearly.
• BEL reserves the right to modify/cancel the recruitment process.
• Just meeting minimum qualifications doesn't guarantee a call for test/interview.
• False information can lead to disqualification at any stage.
• Beware of fraudsters! BEL has a transparent process and only charges the prescribed fee. Don't fall for scams asking for extra money for employment.
• No separate communication will be sent for non-selection.

🔗 Official Links to Get Started!

• Official Notification PDF: Click here to view
• Application Form Download PDF: Click here to download
• Official BEL Website (Careers Page): Click here
• SBI Collect Link: Access SBI Collect Here

This is a cracking opportunity for engineers to join a Navratna PSU and contribute to cutting-edge defence projects. Don't miss out on this chance! Good luck with your application! 👍