The Border Roads Organisation under the Ministry of Defence has released the official recruitment notification for 899 vacancies in various Group C posts under the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF). Eligible male Indian candidates can apply through the prescribed application form before the last date.
BRO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Border Roads Organisation (BRO) |
| Force | General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF) |
| Advertisement Number | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 899 |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Notification Release Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Official Website | BRO Official Website |
| Offline Application Form | Download |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date (Normal Areas) | 04 July 2026 |
| Last Date (Remote Areas) | 19 July 2026 |
Remote areas include Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Lahaul & Spiti, and Pangi Sub-Division.
BRO Vacancy 2026 Details
| Code | Post/Trade | General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Draughtsman | 24 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 42 |
| 02 | Hindi Typist | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| 03 | Store Keeper Technical (SKT) | 151 | 43 | 22 | 77 | 7 | 300 |
| 04 | Operator Communication Equipment | 114 | 41 | 18 | 83 | 5 | 261 |
| 05 | Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) (Ordinary Grade) | 135 | 20 | 15 | 35 | 2 | 207 |
| 06 | Electrician | 38 | 10 | 9 | 19 | 3 | 79 |
Educational Qualification
Draughtsman
- 10+2 with Science from a recognized board
- Two-year certificate in Architecture/Draughtsmanship OR National Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Civil) with experience
Hindi Typist
- 10+2 pass
- Hindi typing speed of 30 words per minute on computer
Store Keeper Technical (SKT)
- 10+2 pass
- Knowledge of stores related to vehicles or engineering equipment
Operator Communication
- Matriculation
- ITI certificate in Wireless Operator/Radio Mechanic or equivalent qualification
Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM)
- Matriculation
- Heavy Motor Vehicle/Excavator/Dozer driving licence with experience
Electrician
- Matriculation
- ITI Certificate in Electrician Trade or equivalent qualification
Candidates should refer to the detailed notification for post-wise qualification requirements.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 18–27 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD | As per Government Rules |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
Application Fee
APPLICATION FEES (NON-REFUNDABLE)
(a) Candidates must pay the application fee directly through the online URL link:
https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm?corpID=1232156
in favour of Commandant, GREF Centre, Pune – 411 015.
(b) No other mode of payment will be accepted.
(c) The candidate must attach a copy of the e-receipt along with the application form.
(d) The application fee for each category is mentioned below.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹50 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
Fee payment must be made through the SBI Collect portal as specified in the notification.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Written Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Trade Test (TT)
- Primary Medical Examination (PME)
- Document Verification
- Final Medical Examination
PET and Trade Test are qualifying in nature. Final merit will be prepared based on written examination marks.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary under the 7th Pay Commission along with:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Risk & Hardship Allowance
- Other Government Benefits
How to Apply
- Visit the official BRO website.
- Download the application form and admit card format.
- Fill the form in English/Hindi block letters.
- Attach passport-size photographs and required documents.
- Attach SBI Collect fee receipt (if applicable).
- Send the completed application through post to:
Commandant, GREF Centre
Dighi Camp, Pune – 411015
Envelope should be superscribed with:
“APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ______ CATEGORY ______ Advt No. 01/2026”
Some Important Useful Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |