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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
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Border Roads Organisation (BRO) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 899 Posts |
| Established | 1960 |
| Headquarters | New Delhi |
| Official Website | bro.gov.in |
| Category | Central Government — Group C |
| Application Mode | Offline (Postal dispatch to GREF Centre, Pune) |
| Eligibility | Male Indian Nationals Only |
| Short Notification Published | April 18, 2026 (Employment Newspaper) |
2. BRO Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Published | April 18, 2026 (Employment Newspaper) |
| Detailed Notification Released | May 21, 2026 (on bro.gov.in) |
| Offline Application Opens | May 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 Scrutiny | In progress at GREF Centre, Pune |
| BRO Admit Card / Call Letters 2026 | Dispatched via post & eligible candidate lists published on bro.gov.in |
| BRO Exam Date 2026 | Official exam date not yet announced (Post-wise schedules to be published on bro.gov.in) |
| Result Declaration | Published 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 / Trade | Total Vacancies | Pay Level | Pay Scale (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Store Keeper Technical (SKT) | 300 | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Operator Communication | 261 | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) | 207 | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Electrician | 79 | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Draughtsman | 42 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Hindi Typist | 10 | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Total Confirmed Vacancies | 899 |
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)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Store Keeper Technical (SKT) | 18 years | 27 years |
| Operator Communication | 18 years | 27 years |
| Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) | 18 years | 27 years |
| Electrician | 18 years | 25 years |
| Draughtsman | 18 years | 27 years |
| Hindi Typist | 18 years | 27 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):
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 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
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹50/- |
| SC / ST | NIL (Exempted) |
6. BRO Recruitment 2026 — Selection Process
The selection for BRO Group C posts generally involves:
- Written Examination (Objective MCQ — 100 marks)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Running, Chin-ups etc.
- Skill / Trade Test (Post-specific practical)
- Document Verification
- 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)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness / GK | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| English / General Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Technical Posts (Electrician, Draughtsman, OEM)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 20 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 20 |
| General Engineering (Domain-Specific) | 30 | 60 |
| Total | 50 | 100 |
- 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:
- Download Application Format: Candidates downloaded the prescribed application form and call letter format from
bro.gov.in. - Fill Form in Own Handwriting: Filled all personal, educational, and trade details legibly in blue/black ballpoint ink.
- Enclose Required Documents: Attached self-attested copies of 10th/12th/ITI certificates, caste certificates, domicile proof, and 2 additional passport-size photographs.
- Remit Application Fee: Paid ₹50 (exempted for SC/ST) via SBI Collect to GREF Centre, Pune, and enclosed the printed payment slip.
- Superscribe Envelope: Endorsed the envelope with: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Trade Name] — CATEGORY [UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS] — ADVT NO. 01/2026".
- 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
| Year | Post | Vacancies | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | SKT, Operator Comm, OEM, Electrician, Draughtsman, Hindi Typist | 899 | Offline (Postal) |
| 2024 | MSW, Driver, JE | 524+ | CBT + Physical |
| 2023 | Multi-Skilled Worker, Driver | 400+ | CBT |
| 2022 | JE Civil, Driver, Store Keeper | 246 | CBT |
| 2021 | MSW, Chargeman, Cook, Mason | 459 | Written (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 Post | Category | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Skilled Worker (Cook, Carpenter, Mason, Plumber) | Group C | Expected later in 2026 |
| Driver (Ordinary Grade — MT) | Group C | Expected later in 2026 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil / E&M) | Group B | Expected later in 2026 |
| Chargeman | Group B | Expected 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.
Important Dates
Exam Timeline
Eligibility Criteria
18 to 27 years (Draughtsman, SKT, Operator Comm, OEM, Hindi Typist) | 18 to 25 years (Electrician) | OBC +3 yrs | SC/ST +5 yrs
10th + Trade ITI / 10+2 with relevant technical qualification as per Advt 01/2026
N/A
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
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The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification PDF.
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