The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), operating under the Ministry of Defence, has officially announced Advertisement No. 01/2026, opening up incredible career opportunities for eligible candidates. With a total of 899 openings available across various central government positions under the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF), this recruitment drive is a major milestone for job seekers looking for secure employment with competitive pay scales ranging from Rs. 5,200 to 20,200.
Applications are officially open starting from 21st May 2026 and will close on 4th July 2026. Candidates interested in applying can review the official guidelines, eligibility criteria, and post-wise breakdowns provided below.
BRO GREF Recruitment 2026 Overview
To help you understand the core aspects of Advertisement No. 01/2026, the key highlights are summarized in the overview table below:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Border Roads Organisation (BRO) |
| Posts Name | Draughtsman, Hindi Typist, Store Keeper Technical (SKT), Operator Communication, Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM), Electrician |
| Vacancies | 899 |
| Advt. No. | 01/2026 |
| Registration Dates | 21st May to 4th July 2026 |
| Educational Qualifications | Matriculation/ 12th Pass |
| Age Criteria | 18 to 25 years |
| Selection Process | Written Exam Skill Test (as per post requirement) Document Verification Medical Examination |
| Salary | Varies Post Wise |
| Official Website | https://bro.gov.in/ |
Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution
The total count of 899 jobs is distributed across various technical trades. Applicants should look at the breakdown to select the most relevant role matching their qualification:
| Posts | Total |
|---|---|
| Draughtsman | 42 |
| Hindi Typist | 10 |
| Store Keeper Technical (SKT) | 300 |
| Operator Communication | 261 |
| Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) | 207 |
| Electrician | 79 |
| Total | 899 |
Ex-Serviceman (ESM) and PwBD Reservations
Special quotas are assigned for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) as illustrated in the table below:
| Posts | Ex-Serviceman (ESM) | PwBD |
|---|---|---|
| Draughtsman | 6 | 3 |
| Hindi Typist | 1 | 00 |
| Store Keeper Technical (SKT) | 45 | 12 |
| Operator Communication | 39 | 00 |
| Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) | 31 | 00 |
| Electrician | 12 | 00 |
Eligibility Criteria and Application Submission
Candidates willing to participate must satisfy the educational and age requirements defined by the Ministry of Defence:
- Educational Qualifications: Matriculation or 12th Pass depending on the specific trade requirements.
- Age Limit: 18 to 27 years as of 18/04/2026 (varies by post).
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC applicants.
To review complete official details, guidelines, and formats, you can access the BRO Notification 2026 PDF - Click to Download.
Completed application forms must be printed and submitted via post directly to the following official address:
GREF Centre, Dighi Camp, Pune- 411015
BRO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process Stages
The recruitment journey consists of multiple mandatory phases to test candidates' capability, physical fitness, and medical fitness:
- Written Exam
- Skill Test (as per post requirement)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Trade Test (TT)
- Primary Medical Examination (PME)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Final induction/joining
After submitting your application successfully, keep track of your postal dispatch receipts, prepare thoroughly for the written and trade tests, and monitor the official portal https://bro.gov.in/ for admit card announcements and schedule updates.
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