Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced a major recruitment drive for 120 Senior Executive Trainee (Direct Recruitment) positions across India. This includes vacancies in Telecom Operations and Finance, offering a strong career opportunity in a central government PSU at Group-B/Officer level.

Job Overview

Organization: BSNL – Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited
Post Name: Senior Executive Trainee (DR)
Total Vacancies: ~120

Telecom: ~95
Finance: ~25
Location: Pan India
Application Mode: Online
Salary: ₹24,900 – ₹50,500 (IDA Pay Scale – E3)

BSNL operates under the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India, and remains one of the country’s largest telecom service providers. This recruitment aims to onboard skilled young professionals to strengthen BSNL’s operational and financial divisions nationwide.

Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary under the IDA E3 Pay Scale ranging from ₹24,900 to ₹50,500, along with applicable PSU allowances. This makes it a competitive package for entry-level executive roles in government undertakings.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Telecom Stream:

BE/BTech or equivalent full-time engineering degree with minimum 60% marks
Accepted disciplines include:
Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics, IT, Computer Science, Electrical, Instrumentation, and related fields

Finance Stream:

CA (Chartered Accountant) or
CMA (Cost & Management Accountant)

Age Limit

Minimum: 21 years
Maximum: 30 years
Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per government norms.

Experience

No prior work experience required.
Freshers with the above qualifications can apply.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected through the following stages:

Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Objective-type questions based on domain knowledge and aptitude
Document Verification
Verification of educational certificates, category documents and identity proofs
Final Selection
Based on overall merit and fulfillment of eligibility conditions

Application Process – How to Apply

Applicants can apply online through the official BSNL recruitment portal once the link becomes active (expected in November 2025).

Steps to apply:

Visit the official BSNL website
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
Fill out the online application form
Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates, category documents if any)
Pay the application fee online
Submit the application before the last date

Important: The exact last date for submission will be announced soon. Candidates are advised to check the BSNL portal regularly.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	27 October 2025
Online Application Opens	November 2025 (date to be announced)
Last Date to Apply	To be notified

This BSNL Senior Executive Trainee recruitment is a great opportunity for engineering graduates, CA, and CMA candidates to begin a stable and rewarding government-sector career.

Apply Links

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External Links

Official Website: [Link to BSNL careers / external exam portal]
Employment News Portal: https://employment-news.gov.in
Ministry of Telecommunications: https://dot.gov.in

FAQs

Q1: What is the full form of BSNL?
A1: The full form of BSNL is Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited.

Q2: How many posts are available in this recruitment?
A2: There are approximately 120 posts available — about 95 in the Telecom stream and about 25 in the Finance stream.

Q3: What is the age limit for applying?
A3: The age range is typically 21 to 30 years, with relaxation for eligible categories like SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and Ex‑Servicemen.

Q4: What qualifications are required for Telecom and Finance streams?
A4: Telecom applicants need a BE or BTech (60%+), and Finance applicants must be a CA or CMA.

Q5: What is the selection process?
A5: The selection process includes a Computer‑Based Written Exam followed by Document Verification and final appointment based on merit.

BSNL Hiring 120 Senior Executive Trainees (Telecom & Finance) – Apply Online