BSNL JTO Telecom Recruitment 2026: Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) JTO under Direct Recruitment for the year 2026. Eligible engineering graduates can apply online through the BSNL recruitment portal. A total of 100 vacancies have been announced across various telecom circles in India.
BSNL JTO Telecom Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post Name | Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) – JTO (T) |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 100 |
| Advertisement No. | BSNLCO-11/12(11)/2026-RECTT-CO |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | BSNL Official Website |
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 04 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 July 2026 |
| Application Editing Window | 04 July to 11 July 2026 |
| Tentative CBT Exam Month | August 2026 |
BSNL JTO Vacancy 2026 Details
Following are the circle-wise vacancies for Junior Telecom Officer posts.
| Circle | Vacancies |
| A&N | 1 |
| AP | 1 |
| Assam | 2 |
| Kolkata TD | 2 |
| Chennai TD | 5 |
| Gujarat | 3 |
| Haryana | 1 |
| JK | 1 |
| Karnataka | 26 |
| Kerala | 15 |
| MP | 10 |
| MH | 16 |
| NE-II | 3 |
| Odisha | 6 |
| Rajasthan | 1 |
| Sikkim | 1 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1 |
| Telangana | 2 |
| Uttarakhand | 1 |
| UPW | 1 |
| Total | 100 |
Eligibility of BSNL JTO Telecom Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 must possess
B.E./B.Tech with any one of the following qualifications from a recognized university/institution
- Telecommunications
- Electronics
- Radio Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Information Technology (IT)
- Instrumentation Engineering
OR
M.Sc. with Electronics / Computer Science
Candidates with higher qualifications such as M.Tech in relevant disciplines are also eligible.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
| UR / EWS / OBC (CL) | 30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 35 Years |
Additional Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| PwBD (UR/EWS/OBC-CL) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| BSNL Employees (UR/EWS/OBC-CL) | 5 Years |
| BSNL Employees (SC/ST) | 10 Years |
| BSNL Employee + PwBD (SC/ST) | Up to 20 Years |
BSNL JTO Salary 2026
- Selected candidates will be appointed in the pay scale of ₹16,400 to ₹40,500.
- Employees will also receive various allowances and benefits.
BSNL JTO Selection Process 2026
The selection of the candidate will be done in 3 stages:
- Computer-Based Objective Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit obtained in the CBT examination.
Exam Pattern of BSNL JTO Telecom Recruitment 2026
The online examination will consist of three sections.
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Section I | Engineering Stream Paper-I | 50 | 200 |
| Section II | Engineering Stream Paper-II | 50 | 200 |
| Section III | General Ability Test | 20 | 80 |
| Total | 120 | 480 |
- Exam Duration: 3 Hours
- Negative Marking: 1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
| UR / EWS / OBC | 50% |
| SC / ST | 45% |
Syllabus 2026
Engineering Subjects
- Electronic Devices & Circuits
- Network Theory
- Electromagnetic Theory
- Analog & Digital Electronics
- Control Systems
- Communication Systems
- Microwave Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Power Electronics
- Measurements & Instrumentation
General Ability Test
- General English
- General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Reasoning
- Basic Aptitude
Training & Bond Details
- Selected candidates must execute a bond of ₹6 Lakhs to serve in the BSNL for at least 7 years from the date of appointment.
Training Period
- Phase I Training: 10 weeks
- Field Training: 4 weeks
- Phase II Training: 6 weeks
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹1000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹500 |
Payment must be made online using Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Net Banking/ UPI.
How to Apply for BSNL JTO Telecom Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official BSNL website: externalexam.bsnl.co.in.
- Open the recruitment section.
- Click on “JTO Recruitment 2026”.
- Complete registration using email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents and photograph.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- ID proof
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
BSNL JTO Exam Centres
The CBT examination may be conducted in cities including:
- Hyderabad
- Chennai
- Bengaluru
- Kolkata
- Mumbai
- Jaipur
- Lucknow
- Guwahati
- Chandigarh
- New Delhi
- Bhopal
- Bhubaneswar
- Vijayawada
- Dehradun
- Port Blair
Important Instructions
- Candidates can choose up to 21 telecom circles in order of preference.
- Appointment will be anywhere in India depending on requirement.
- Candidates must ensure all information entered is correct.
- Multiple applications may lead to cancellation.
- Admit cards will be available online only.
Important Links
| BSNL Official Website | bsnl.co.in |
| BSNL External Exam Portal | externalexam.bsnl.co.in |
| PDF Notification | Link |
| Apply Online | Link |
FAQs on BSNL JTO Telecom Recruitment 2026
1.What is the total number of vacancies in BSNL JTO Telecom Recruitment 2026?
BSNL has announced 100 vacancies for Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) posts.
2. What is the salary of BSNL JTO?
Selected candidates will get a pay scale of ₹16,400 – ₹40,500 along with allowances.
3. What is the last date to apply for BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 03 July 2026.
4. What is the qualification required for BSNL JTO Telecom Recruitment 2026 posts?
Candidates must possess B.E./B.Tech or M.Sc. in relevant disciplines.
5. Is there negative marking in the BSNL JTO exam?
Yes, 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
6. What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?
SC/ST/PwBD candidates need to pay ₹500 as application fee.
7. What is the age limit for BSNL JTO Telecom Recruitment 2026?
The upper age limit is 30 years for general category candidates with relaxation for reserved categories.
8. What is the exam mode for BSNL JTO Recruitment?
The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
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