The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has released the BRO Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advt. No. 01/2026) for 899 Group C vacancies under the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF). The recruitment includes posts such as Draughtsman, Hindi Typist, Store Keeper Technical (SKT), Operator Communication, Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM), and Electrician. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a central government job under the Ministry of Defence.
Eligibility Criteria for BRO Recruitment 2026
BRO has invited applications from eligible Indian candidates for various technical and non-technical posts. Candidates must possess the required educational qualifications and satisfy the age criteria prescribed for the respective posts.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess qualifications as per the post applied for, including:
- 10th Pass / 12th Pass
- ITI Certificate in relevant trade
- Trade proficiency as prescribed in the notification
- Additional technical qualifications for specific posts
Post-wise Qualification (Brief)
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Draughtsman | 12th with Science & Draughtsmanship Qualification |
| Hindi Typist | 12th Pass + Hindi Typing Knowledge |
| Store Keeper Technical | 12th Pass with relevant experience |
| Operator Communication | 10th Pass + Relevant Trade Qualification |
| Operator Excavating Machinery | 10th Pass + Trade Qualification |
| Electrician | 10th Pass + ITI Electrician |
Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Draughtsman | 18 – 27 Years |
| Hindi Typist | 18 – 27 Years |
| Store Keeper Technical | 18 – 27 Years |
| Operator Communication | 18 – 27 Years |
| Operator Excavating Machinery | 18 – 27 Years |
| Electrician | 18 – 27 Years |
Age Relaxation
Reserved category candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India rules applicable to BRO recruitment.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt Rules |
BRO Recruitment 2026 -Vacancy Details
BRO has announced a total of 899 vacancies across six different trades. The highest number of vacancies are available for Store Keeper Technical (SKT) and Operator Communication posts.
| Code | Post / Trade | Grand Total | ESM Vacancies | PwBD Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Draughtsman | 42 | 06 | 03 |
| 02 | Hindi Typist | 10 | 01 | – |
| 03 | Store Keeper Technical (SKT) | 300 | 45 | 12 |
| 04 | Operator Communication | 261 | 39 | – |
| 05 | Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) Ordinary Grade | 207 | 31 | – |
| 06 | Electrician | 79 | 12 | – |
| Total | 899 | 134 | 15 | |
BRO Recruitment 2026- Application Fee
Candidates belonging to General, OBC, and EWS categories are required to pay the application fee. Reserved category candidates may receive exemptions as per government norms.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹50/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
BRO Recruitment 2026 -Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary as per the applicable pay level along with various allowances admissible under Central Government rules. BRO employees are also entitled to benefits such as DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and other service benefits.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Draughtsman | Level-5 |
| Hindi Typist | Level-2 |
| Store Keeper Technical | Level-2 |
| Operator Communication | Level-2 |
| Operator Excavating Machinery | Level-2 |
| Electrician | Level-2 |
BRO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should ensure that their applications reach the designated address before the closing date. BRO accepts applications through the prescribed mode mentioned in the notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 04 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Remote Areas | 19 July 2026 |
BRO Recruitment 2026 -Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages to assess candidates’ suitability for the advertised posts. Final selection will be based on performance in all qualifying stages.
Selection Stages
- Written Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Practical / Trade Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for BRO Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply by following the instructions provided in the official BRO notification. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
- Visit the official BRO website.
- Download the application form and notification.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents.
- Affix recent passport-size photographs.
- Send the completed application form to the prescribed address.
- Keep a copy of the application form for future reference.
BRO Recruitment 2026 -Important Links
Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official website for updates regarding examination schedules, admit cards, and results.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Recruitment Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
