BRO GREF Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 899 Electrician, Draughtsman and More Posts
Border Roads Organisation (BRO), General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF), Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Short Information
BRO is recruiting 899 posts across 6 trades with Matriculation/10+2/ITI qualification, last date 04 July 2026 (for most states).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Date Of Advertisement | 18 Apr 2026 (Employment Newspaper; for age calculation) |
| Opening Of Receipt Of Application | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 04 Jul 2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 Jun 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be decided by Commandant, GREF Centre, Pune |
Application Fee
| General Fee | Rs 50/- (Non-Refundable) |
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| Sc Fee | NIL |
| Details | Candidates must pay the non-refundable application fee online through the SBI Collect portal only (https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm?corpID=1232156) in favour of Commandant, GREF Centre, Pune-411 015. No other mode of payment will be accepted. A copy of the e-receipt must be attached with the application form. |
Age Limit
| Details | Age limit for all posts/trades is between 18 to 27 years as on 01 Jun 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India guidelines for various categories. Government servants get relaxation up to 40 years (UR) and 45 years (SC/ST). PwBD candidates get 10 years relaxation in upper age limit. |
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Qualification / Eligibility
| Details | Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of submission of application. Only Indian National Males are eligible to apply. Candidates awaiting results of final examination need not apply. All educational/technical qualifications must be from recognized University/Institute. |
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Vacancy Details
- {'Code': '01', 'Post / Trade': 'Draughtsman', 'Grand Total': '42', 'ESM Vacancies': '06', 'PwBD Vacancies': '03'}
- {'Code': '02', 'Post / Trade': 'Hindi Typist', 'Grand Total': '10', 'ESM Vacancies': '01', 'PwBD Vacancies': '-'}
- {'Code': '03', 'Post / Trade': 'Store Keeper Technical (SKT)', 'Grand Total': '300', 'ESM Vacancies': '45', 'PwBD Vacancies': '12'}
- {'Code': '04', 'Post / Trade': 'Operator Communication', 'Grand Total': '261', 'ESM Vacancies': '39', 'PwBD Vacancies': '-'}
- {'Code': '05', 'Post / Trade': 'Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) Ordinary Grade', 'Grand Total': '207', 'ESM Vacancies': '31', 'PwBD Vacancies': '-'}
- {'Code': '06', 'Post / Trade': 'Electrician', 'Grand Total': '79', 'ESM Vacancies': '12', 'PwBD Vacancies': '-'}
- {'Code': 'Total', 'Post / Trade': '899', 'Grand Total': '134', 'ESM Vacancies': '15'}
- {'Post': 'Draughtsman', 'Total PwBD Vacancies': '03', 'OH': '1', 'VH': '1', 'HH': '1', 'Other than OH/HH/VH': '-', 'Physical Requirement': 'S, ST, W, BN, MF, SE, RW, C'}
- {'Post': 'Store Keeper Technical (SKT)', 'Total PwBD Vacancies': '12', 'OH': '3', 'VH': '3', 'HH': '3', 'Other than OH/HH/VH': '3', 'Physical Requirement': 'S, ST, W, BN, MF, SE, RW, C, L, PP, KC'}
Category Wise Vacancy
| Post / Trade | 899 |
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| Post | Store Keeper Technical (SKT) |
| Physical Requirement | S, ST, W, BN, MF, SE, RW, C, L, PP, KC |
Salary / Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | Pay Band-1, Rs 5200-20200 plus Grade Pay Rs 2800/- (Draughtsman) or Rs 1900/- (all other posts); DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Hard & Risk Allowance as per Govt of India rules |
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Selection Process
- Region Minimum Height (cm) Chest Unexpanded (cm) Minimum Weight (kg)
- Western Himalaya N Region (J&K, HP Punjab Hills, Uttarakhand) 158 75 (expansion by 5 cm) 47.5
- Eastern Himalaya N Region (Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Darjeeling & Kalimpong, Andaman & Nicobar) 152 75 (expansion by 5 cm) 47.5
- West Plain Region (Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Rajasthan, Western UP) 162.5 76 (expansion by 5 cm) 50
- Eastern Plain (Eastern UP, Bihar, West Bengal, Orissa, Jharkhand) 157 75 (expansion by 5 cm) 50
- Central Region (MP, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Daman & Diu, Dadar & Nagar Haveli) 157 75 (expansion by 5 cm) 50
- Southern Region (AP, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Kerala, Goa, Pondicherry) 157 75 (expansion by 5 cm) 50
- Gorkhas (Indian Domicile) 152 75 (expansion by 5 cm) 47.5
- All candidates will undergo the recruitment process in the following sequence: (i) Written Examination
- (ii) Physical Efficiency Test (PET) including physical measurements and Trade Test (TT) where applicable
- (iii) Primary Medical Examination (PME) and Document Verification (DV)
- and (iv) Induction/Joining. The PET and TT are qualifying in nature - final merit is based solely on written exam marks
- subject to qualifying PET
- TT
- and clearing PME. Minimum passing marks in written exam: 50% for UR/EWS/OBC; 40% for SC/ST. Trade test requires minimum 40% marks to qualify.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidate must complete 1.6 km (1 mile) run in 10 minutes. PwBD
- ESM
- Ex-Agniveers
- and departmental re-appointment candidates are exempt from PET.
- Physical Standards (Region-wise):
Physical Eligibility
| Details | The competition level for BRO GREF Recruitment 2026 is expected to be moderate to high. The recruitment is restricted to Male candidates only, which reduces the applicant pool compared to open-gender recruitments. However, 899 vacancies across technical/trade posts will attract a large number of ITI-qualified and Matriculation-level candidates, especially for high-vacancy posts like Store Keeper Technical (300) and Operator Communication (261). The written exam followed by PET and Trade Test provides multiple elimination stages, but candidates with relevant ITI trade certificates and physical fitness will have a clear advantage. Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Agniveers get significant age relaxation and weightage, which makes certain trades more competitive in that segment. | The key differentiator here is the offline application process - many eligible candidates may miss out due to postal delays or incorrect application format, effectively reducing actual competition at the written exam stage. Candidates who submit complete and correct applications well before the deadline and prepare trade-specific written exam syllabi will have a significant edge. |
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How To Apply
- Candidates shall apply offline only; no online application mode is available. Application form and admit card must be downloaded from the official BRO website (www.bro.gov.in) and filled in English or Hindi only, in capital letters. The application form must be printed on A4 size 75 GSM bond paper (one side only) and admit card printed on both sides of a single paper. Candidates must first pay the application fee online via SBI Collect portal and attach the e-receipt copy. Candidates applying for more than one post must send separate applications with separate fee in separate envelopes. Candidates are strongly advised to send applications well before the closing date and not wait for the last day - GREF Centre will not be responsible for postal delays.
- Candidates should read the detailed instructions and guidelines available at https://bfsissc.com before applying.
- Documents Required to be Enclosed with Application Form:
- Recent colour passport-size photograph (not older than 1 month from the date of Advertisement) pasted at the prescribed place on application form and admit card - minimum 12 copies of the same photograph to be carried throughout the recruitment process
- Left hand thumb impression at the prescribed place on application form and admit card
- Signature of candidate at the prescribed place
- Copy of e-receipt of application fee paid via SBI Collect
- Self-attested photostat copies of certificates for essential educational/technical qualifications (Matriculation onwards), date of birth, caste certificate (as per format in Appendix A/B), OBC NCL declaration (Appendix D), EWS certificate (Appendix C), Disability Certificate (Appendix E for PwBD), experience certificate (if applicable), Driving Licence copy (for OEM post)
- NCC certificate copies (B or C grade), sports certificate, or relationship certificate for Sons of Serving/Ex-GREF personnel - for claiming weightage marks
- Proof of residence/domicile (for correct physical standards region)
- Any certificate in language other than Hindi or English must be enclosed with an attested Hindi/English translation by a Group A Gazetted Officer
- Send Application (by Postal Service) to: Commandant, GREF Centre, Dighi Camp, Pune - 411015
- Printout / physical application is NOT to be sent anywhere else. No hard copy of admit card for written exam will be sent by post - admit card will be posted to the communication address given by the candidate in the admit card.
- Application form available at: https://www.bro.gov.in
- For queries: Visit https://www.bro.gov.in - all recruitment updates, results, and call letters will be displayed on the BRO website only.
Important Instructions
- Only Male Indian Nationals can apply; Female candidates are not eligible. Application form and/or admit card without signature, without photograph, or without thumb impression will be summarily rejected - no communication will be done for rejected applications. Candidates must ensure their Aadhaar Card photo is current (not older than 2-3 years from written exam date) and address/phone is updated; outdated Aadhaar may prevent entry to the exam. Son of Serving / Ex-GREF staff should write father's GS No., Rank, and Name on top of the application in red ink with a photocopy of relationship certificate, to claim the 15% weightage benefit. Casual Paid Labours (CPL) of GREF who have worked for 179 days in the last one year and are on the Muster Roll on the date of advertisement publication get 10% additional weightage - attach experience certificate signed by OC unit, countersigned by Commander BRTF and verified by Accounts Officer. SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates who qualify on their own merit (without relaxed standards) will be accommodated against UR vacancies - they must NOT apply separately against UR vacancies. OBC candidates belonging to Creamy Layer are not entitled to reservation; they should apply under UR category. Candidates serving in other Government Departments must apply through proper channel sufficiently in advance; applications not received by due date through proper channel will be rejected. Mobile phones, smartwatches, and all electronic/communication devices are strictly NOT ALLOWED inside GREF Centre, Pune campus during any recruitment process. A candidate who absents himself during any recruitment activity for which he has been called will have his candidature cancelled automatically - he will not be allowed to appear for further stages. There shall be no provision for re-evaluation/re-checking of scores in examination; no correspondence in this regard shall be entertained. Legal jurisdiction for any dispute arising out of this Advertisement shall fall within the jurisdiction of the Hon'ble High Court of Delhi. Impersonation or submission of forged documents leads to debarment from all GREF examinations for life/2 years and legal action. GREF has not appointed any agent or coaching centre for action on its behalf - SELECTION WILL BE DONE PURELY ON MERIT IN A TRANSPARENT MANNER. Vacancies are liable to increase/decrease/cancel at any stage without notice due to unforeseen situations. All revisions/corrigendum will be hosted on the BRO website only - candidates should visit www.bro.gov.in regularly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are available in BRO GREF Recruitment 2026?
A total of 899 vacancies are available across 6 trades: Store Keeper Technical (300), Operator Communication (261), Operator Excavating Machinery OEM (207), Electrician (79), Draughtsman (42), and Hindi Typist (10), with 134 ESM and 15 PwBD seats.
Q2. What is BRO GREF Recruitment 2026?
BRO GREF Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive by Border Roads Organisation, General Reserve Engineer Force under Ministry of Defence, Government of India, under Advertisement No. 01/2026 to fill 899 posts across 6 trades/posts for Indian National Males only.
Q3. What is the eligibility for BRO GREF Recruitment 2026?
Eligibility varies by trade: Draughtsman requires 10+2 Science plus 2-year Architecture/Draughtsmanship certificate; SKT/Hindi Typist require 10+2; Operator Communication/OEM/Electrician require Matriculation plus relevant ITI certificate or Defence Trade Certificate with experience. Only Indian National Males aged 18-27 years are eligible.
Q4. What is the last date to apply for BRO GREF Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receipt of offline applications is 04 July 2026 for most states, and 19 July 2026 for candidates from NE States (Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim), Ladakh, remote HP areas, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Q5. What is the selection process for BRO GREF Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes Written Examination, Physical Efficiency Test (1.6 km run in 10 minutes), Trade Test (where applicable), Primary Medical Examination (PME), and Document Verification. Final merit is based solely on written exam marks (minimum 50% for UR/EWS/OBC, 40% for SC/ST) subject to qualifying PET, TT, and PME.
Q6. What is the age limit for BRO GREF Recruitment 2026?
Age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 01 June 2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, up to 40 years for Central Govt employees (UR), and deduction of military service period plus 3 years for Ex-Servicemen.
Q7. Is there any application fee for BRO GREF Recruitment 2026?
Yes, application fee is ₹50 (non-refundable) for General/EWS/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Agniveers candidates, payable online only through SBI Collect portal. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Q8. What is the salary for BRO GREF posts 2026?
Draughtsman receives Pay Band-1 (₹5,200-20,200) plus Grade Pay ₹2,800; all other posts receive Grade Pay ₹1,900, along with DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Hard & Risk Allowance as per Government of India rules.
About Border Roads Organisation (BRO), General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF), Ministry of Defence, Government of India Recruitment
Border Roads Organisation (BRO), General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF), Ministry of Defence, Government of India ne BRO GREF Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 899 Electrician, Draughtsman and More Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 899 (across 6 trades including ESM and PwBD seats) posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date 04 Jul 2026 hai.
Application Offline mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.