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Border Roads Organisation (BRO), Ministry of Defence
Last Updated: 1 October 2026

BRO Recruitment 2026 — Border Roads Organisation Official Notification

Sarkari Result: BRO New Vacancy 2026 — Latest Updates

Latest Update (October 1, 2026): Offline applications for BRO GREF Advt 01/2026 (899 vacancies) have concluded. Physical application scrutiny is actively progressing at GREF Centre, Pune. Trade-wise written examination schedules, 1-mile physical run dates, and official candidate call lists are published post-wise on bro.gov.in. For in-depth preparation strategies, syllabus analysis, and trade test details, see our Complete BRO Recruitment 2026 Guide.

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), operating under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, is one of the most prestigious employers for candidates seeking central government jobs in the defence sector. Established in 1960, BRO builds and maintains strategic roads, bridges, and tunnels in remote border areas of India — including Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and the Northeast. Every year, BRO releases multiple recruitment notifications for a wide range of Group B and Group C posts.

This page is your complete, updated reference for BRO Recruitment 2026 — covering confirmed vacancy figures, post-wise eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, selection process, and how to apply.


1. BRO Recruitment 2026 — Overview

ParameterDetails
OrganisationBorder Roads Organisation (BRO)
MinistryMinistry of Defence, Government of India
Advertisement No.01/2026
Total Vacancies899 Posts
Established1960
HeadquartersNew Delhi
Official Websitebro.gov.in
CategoryCentral Government — Group C
Application ModeOffline (Postal dispatch to GREF Centre, Pune)
EligibilityMale Indian Nationals Only
Short Notification PublishedApril 18, 2026 (Employment Newspaper)

2. BRO Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates

EventDate / Status
Short Notification PublishedApril 18, 2026 (Employment Newspaper)
Detailed Notification ReleasedMay 21, 2026 (on bro.gov.in)
Offline Application OpensMay 21, 2026
Last Date to Apply (General States)July 4, 2026 (Closed)
Last Date to Apply (Remote Areas)July 19, 2026 (Closed)
Application Fee₹50 (Gen/OBC/EWS via SBI Collect) · NIL (SC/ST)
Application ScrutinyIn progress at GREF Centre, Pune
BRO Admit Card / Call Letters 2026Dispatched via post & eligible candidate lists published on bro.gov.in
BRO Exam Date 2026Official exam date not yet announced (Post-wise schedules to be published on bro.gov.in)
Result DeclarationPublished on bro.gov.in after test evaluation

Note on Exam Date & Call Letters: In BRO/GREF recruitment, written tests and trade/physical trials are conducted on separate dates for each trade at GREF Centre, Dighi Camp, Pune. As of October 1, 2026, the overall written examination schedule has not been officially announced. Trade-wise eligible lists, reporting dates, and call letter details will be officially notified on bro.gov.in.


3. BRO Recruitment 2026 — Post-wise Vacancy Details (Advt 01/2026)

Confirmed 899 Vacancies (Official BRO/GREF Advt 01/2026)

Official Primary Source: General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF) Advertisement No. 01/2026 published by the Commandant, GREF Centre, Dighi Camp, Pune in Employment News (May 21–27, 2026) and hosted on bro.gov.in.

Post / TradeTotal VacanciesPay LevelPay Scale (7th CPC)
Store Keeper Technical (SKT)300Level 2₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Operator Communication261Level 2₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM)207Level 2₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Electrician79Level 1₹18,000 – ₹56,900
Draughtsman42Level 5₹29,200 – ₹92,300
Hindi Typist10Level 2₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Total Confirmed Vacancies899

Important: This recruitment is open to male Indian nationals only as per the official notification.


4. BRO Recruitment 2026 — Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (As on closing date of application)

PostMinimum AgeMaximum Age
Store Keeper Technical (SKT)18 years27 years
Operator Communication18 years27 years
Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM)18 years27 years
Electrician18 years25 years
Draughtsman18 years27 years
Hindi Typist18 years27 years

Official Age Rule: Crucial date for age determination is the closing date of receipt of applications (July 4, 2026 for normal areas). Upper age relaxations apply: OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), Ex-Servicemen (military service + 3 years).

Age Relaxations (as per Government of India norms):

CategoryRelaxation
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 Years
SC / ST5 Years
Ex-Servicemen (General)3 Years after deduction of military service
Ex-Servicemen (OBC)6 Years
Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST)8 Years
PwD (General)10 Years

Educational Qualification (Post-wise)

Store Keeper Technical (SKT) — 300 Posts:

  • 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognized Board/University.
  • Having Store Keeping knowledge or experience in handling engineering stores/inventory.

Operator Communication — 261 Posts:

  • Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized Board.
  • Possessing Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Certificate in Wireless Operator or Radio Mechanic trade, or defence service trade equivalent.

Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) — 207 Posts:

  • Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized Board or equivalent.
  • Possessing Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving license or ITI Certificate in Motor Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / Excavating Machinery operation.

Electrician — 79 Posts:

  • Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized Board.
  • Possessing ITI Certificate in Electrician trade from a recognized Institute, or equivalent qualification.

Draughtsman — 42 Posts:

  • 10+2 with Science subjects from a recognized Board.
  • Having 2 years Certificate in Architecture or Draughtsmanship from a recognized Institute or equivalent; or 2 years National Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Civil).

Hindi Typist — 10 Posts:

  • 10+2 from a recognized Board/University.
  • Typing speed of 30 words per minute in Hindi on Computer (or 25 words per minute on Typewriter).

Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates in all trades must qualify the 1 Mile (1,600 metres) running test within 10 minutes. PET is mandatory and strictly qualifying in nature.


5. Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWS₹50/-
SC / STNIL (Exempted)

6. BRO Recruitment 2026 — Selection Process

The selection for BRO Group C posts generally involves:

  1. Written Examination (Objective MCQ — 100 marks)
  2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Running, Chin-ups etc.
  3. Skill / Trade Test (Post-specific practical)
  4. Document Verification
  5. Medical Examination

The exact selection stages may vary by post and will be detailed in the full notification.


7. BRO Exam Pattern 2026

Non-Technical Posts (SKT, Operator Communication, Hindi Typist)

SectionQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness / GK2525
Quantitative Aptitude2525
English / General Hindi2525
Total100100

Technical Posts (Electrician, Draughtsman, OEM)

SectionQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning1020
General Awareness1020
General Engineering (Domain-Specific)3060
Total50100
  • Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) or OMR-based
  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Negative Marking: Typically no negative marking (confirm in official notification)
  • Medium: Bilingual — English and Hindi

8. BRO Recruitment 2026 Syllabus

General Intelligence & Reasoning

  • Analogies and Similarities; Coding-Decoding; Blood Relations
  • Number, Alphabet, and Figural Series
  • Non-Verbal Reasoning (Mirror Image, Paper Folding, Embedded Figures)
  • Syllogisms; Directions & Distances; Logical Venn Diagrams
  • Statement & Conclusions; Classification

General Awareness

  • Indian History, Culture, Heritage
  • Indian and World Geography
  • Indian Polity & Constitution; Indian Economy
  • Science & Technology — Basic Physics, Chemistry, Biology
  • Current Affairs — National & International (last 12 months)
  • Defence — Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, BRO Projects & Achievements
  • Sports, Awards, Books & Authors; Government Schemes

Quantitative Aptitude

  • Number System, HCF, LCM; Percentages, Ratio, Proportion
  • Simple & Compound Interest; Profit, Loss, Discount
  • Time & Work; Pipes & Cisterns; Time, Speed, Distance
  • Mensuration (Area, Volume); Data Interpretation

English Language

  • Reading Comprehension; Grammar — Tenses, Voice, Narration
  • Fill in the Blanks; Error Spotting / Sentence Correction
  • Synonyms & Antonyms; Para Jumbles

9. How Applications Were Submitted for BRO Recruitment 2026

Applications for BRO GREF Advt 01/2026 were submitted through the following official offline postal procedure:

  1. Download Application Format: Candidates downloaded the prescribed application form and call letter format from bro.gov.in.
  2. Fill Form in Own Handwriting: Filled all personal, educational, and trade details legibly in blue/black ballpoint ink.
  3. Enclose Required Documents: Attached self-attested copies of 10th/12th/ITI certificates, caste certificates, domicile proof, and 2 additional passport-size photographs.
  4. Remit Application Fee: Paid ₹50 (exempted for SC/ST) via SBI Collect to GREF Centre, Pune, and enclosed the printed payment slip.
  5. Superscribe Envelope: Endorsed the envelope with: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Trade Name] — CATEGORY [UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS] — ADVT NO. 01/2026".
  6. Dispatch via Post: Sent the packet by Registered Post / Speed Post to:

    Commandant, GREF Centre, Dighi Camp, Pune – 411015

Status Notice: The application window closed on July 4, 2026 for general states and July 19, 2026 for remote areas. Applications received after the cutoff dates or with incomplete documents are not accepted. Scrutiny is underway for call letter issuance.


10. BRO Previous Year Analysis

YearPostVacanciesMode
2026SKT, Operator Comm, OEM, Electrician, Draughtsman, Hindi Typist899Offline (Postal)
2024MSW, Driver, JE524+CBT + Physical
2023Multi-Skilled Worker, Driver400+CBT
2022JE Civil, Driver, Store Keeper246CBT
2021MSW, Chargeman, Cook, Mason459Written (OMR)

Key observations:

  • 2026 has the highest vacancies in recent years (899 posts)
  • GK section dominates with BRO-specific questions (Atal Tunnel, Darbuk-Shyok Road, DANTAK Project)
  • No negative marking for non-technical posts — attempt all questions
  • Maths difficulty stays at Class 8–10 level
  • Non-technical posts cut-offs: typically 55–70/100 (General category)
  • Technical posts cut-offs: 65–80/100 (higher due to domain paper)

11. Other BRO Notifications Expected in 2026

Apart from Advt 01/2026 (899 vacancies), BRO may release additional notifications for:

Expected PostCategoryStatus
Multi-Skilled Worker (Cook, Carpenter, Mason, Plumber)Group CExpected later in 2026
Driver (Ordinary Grade — MT)Group CExpected later in 2026
Junior Engineer (Civil / E&M)Group BExpected later in 2026
ChargemanGroup BExpected later in 2026

Note: Previous BRO Cook results are also being searched. If you appeared for BRO Cook/MSW recruitment from a previous cycle, check bro.gov.in for result updates.

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Important Dates

Exam Timeline

Notification Released21 May 2026
Application Starts21 May 2026
Application Ends4 July 2026
Remote Area Application Ends19 July 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit
Age Criteria

18 to 27 years (Draughtsman, SKT, Operator Comm, OEM, Hindi Typist) | 18 to 25 years (Electrician) | OBC +3 yrs | SC/ST +5 yrs

Qualification
Education

10th + Trade ITI / 10+2 with relevant technical qualification as per Advt 01/2026

Attempts
Limits

N/A

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How to Apply

Follow this step-by-step guide to fill the BRO Recruitment 2026 — Border Roads Organisation application form correctly.

Documents Required

  • Class 10th & 12th Marksheets
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)

Syllabus & Pattern

Download Official Syllabus

The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification PDF.

Download Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions

Official Links & Resources

Official Website

https://www.bro.gov.in

Apply Online / Registration

https://www.bro.gov.in

Notification / Brochure

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Detailed Syllabus

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Past Papers / Mock Tests

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