Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has officially released the schedule for the Junior Telecom Officer (JTO) Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the year 2026. Aspirants who applied under the advertisement number BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO can now gear up for the upcoming examination, which is set to take place on 23 August 2026 (Sunday). Candidates looking forward to building a robust career in India's leading telecommunications enterprise can review important dates, eligibility standards, application fee structures, exam formats, and salary criteria outlined below.
BSNL JTO Recruitment 2026 Overview
Managed by the Recruitment Cell of BSNL Corporate Office, New Delhi, this recruitment drive offers 100 vacancies for the Junior Telecom Officer post. Candidates can refer to the official notification details through the Official Notification for BSNL JTO Recruitment.
| Organization | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post Name | Junior Telecom Officer (JTO) |
| Number of Vacancies | 100 Posts |
| Advertisement Number | BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO |
| Notification Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Exam Date | 23 August 2026 (Sunday) |
| Admit Card | 20 August 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | B.E/B.Tech/M.Sc. (Electronics & Computer Science) |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 years |
| Application Fees | UR/OBC/EWS – Rs. 2,000/- SC/ST/PwBD – Rs. 1,000/- |
| Salary | Rs. 16,400 to Rs. 40,500/- |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test Document Verification |
| Official Notification | PDF Link |
| Official Website | externalexam.bsnl.co.in bsnl.co.in |
Important Schedule Dates
Keep track of the vital recruitment timeline to ensure no deadlines or hall ticket release dates are missed:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| BSNL JTO Recruitment Notification | 26 May 2026 |
| Online Application Started | 4 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 3 July 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | 23 August 2026 (Sunday) |
| BSNL JTO Admit Card Release | 20 August 2026 (BSNL JTO Admit Card Release) |
| Result | To Be Announced |
Vacancy Distribution & Circle Breakdown
A total of 100 positions have been allocated across various categories and telecom circles. Review the category-wise distribution below:
| Category | Post |
|---|---|
| SC | 12 |
| ST | 06 |
| OBC (NCL) | 10 |
| EWS | 11 |
| UR/ OBC (CL) | 61 |
| Total | 100 |
Detailed circle-wise and PwBD breakdown:
| Circle | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR/ OBC (CL) | Total | PwBD (Hearing) | PwBD (Locomotor) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A&N | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| AP | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 01 | – |
| Assam | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | – | – |
| Kolkata TD | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | – | – |
| Chennai TD | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | – | – |
| Chhattisgarh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| Gujarat | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 01 | – |
| Haryana | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | – | – |
| J&K | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| Karnataka | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 26 | – | – |
| Kerala | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 15 | – | – |
| MP | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 | – | 01 |
| MH | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 16 | 01 | – |
| NE-II | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | – | – |
| Odisha | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 6 | – | – |
| Rajasthan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| Sikkim | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| Tamil Nadu | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| Telangana | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | – | – |
| Uttarakhand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | 01 |
| UP | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| Total | 12 | 6 | 10 | 11 | 61 | 100 | 03 | 02 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Applicants must fulfill nationality, age, and academic benchmarks to qualify for selection:
- Must be an Indian National.
- Age Limit: 20 to 30 years.
- OBC (NCL) Certificate Requirement: Must be issued on or after 1 April 2026.
Eligible Engineering Disciplines
- Telecommunications
- Electronics
- Radio
- Computer
- Electrical
- Information Technology (IT)
- Instrumentation
| Name of Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Telecom Officer (JTO) | Bachelor of Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) degree from a recognised University in many disciplines, such as • Telecommunications • Electronics • Radio • Computer • Electrical • Information Technology (IT) • Instrumentation. M.Sc. (Electronics) OR M.Sc. (Computer Science). M.Tech holders are also eligible. |
Age Relaxations
| Name of Category | Max Age Limit | Relaxation | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / EWS / OBC (CL) | 30 Years | Nil | 20 Years – 30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 Years | 3 years | - |
| SC / ST | 35 Years | 5 years | - |
| PwBD (Unreserved / EWS / OBC CL) | 40 Years | 10 years | - |
| PwBD (OBC NCL) | 43 Years | 13 years | - |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 45 Years | 15 years | - |
| BSNL Employees (Unreserved / EWS / OBC CL) | 35 Years | 5 years | - |
| BSNL Employees (OBC NCL) | 38 Years | 8 years | - |
| BSNL Employees (SC / ST) | 40 Years | 10 years | - |
| BSNL Employees PwBD (OBC NCL) | 48 Years | 18 years | - |
| BSNL Employees PwBD (SC / ST) | 50 Years | 20 years | - |
Application Fees Checklist
Candidates were required to pay application fees according to their respective categories:
- UR/OBC/EWS – Rs. 2,000/-
- SC/ST/PwBD – Rs. 1,000/-
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection stages include:
- Computer-Based Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Appointment (No interview)
| Part | Particulars | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Engineering Stream – I | 50 | 200 Marks | 3 Hours (Total Exam) |
| II | Engineering Stream – II | 50 | 200 Marks | - |
| III | General Ability Test | 20 | 80 Marks | - |
| Total | 120 | - | 480 Marks | 3 Hours |
For comprehensive preparation, review the BSNL JTO Syllabus and practice with BSNL JTO Previous Year Question Paper.
Qualifying Marks & Marking Scheme
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks Each Section | Minimum Qualifying Marks Overall |
|---|---|---|
| UR/OBC(CL) | 40% | 50% |
| SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD/EWS | 35% | 45% |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 480 |
| Marks per Question | 4 marks |
| Negative Marking | 1 mark deducted per wrong answer |
Salary Structure & Training Phases
Selected candidates will be placed under Grade E1. For detailed insights, check the BSNL JTO Salary Structure.
| Monthly Salary | Rs. 16,400 to Rs. 40,500/- per month |
| Yearly Salary | ₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹8.4 Lakhs |
| Grade | E1 |
Upon appointment, candidates undergo probation for 2 years and a structured training program:
| Training Phase | Duration |
|---|---|
| JTO Phase-I Training | 10 Weeks |
| Field Training | 4 Weeks |
| JTO Phase-II Training (Specialisation Course) | 6 Weeks |
Additionally, candidates are bound by a Service Bond of Rs. 6 lakh to serve BSNL for a minimum period of 5 years.
Official Websites & Exam Centers
Candidates should frequently check externalexam.bsnl.co.in and bsnl.co.in for updates.
| Port Blair | Jammu | New Delhi |
| Shimla | Ranchi | Bhubaneshwar |
| Ambala | Bangalore | Chandigarh |
| Ahmedabad | Thiruvananthapuram | Jaipur |
| Chennai | Kolkata | Gangtok |
| Raipur | Bhopal | Hyderabad |
| Patna | Mumbai | Lucknow |
| Guwahati | Shillong | Meerut |
| Vijayawada | Dimapur | Dehradun |