BRO Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 899 Draughtsman, Store Keeper, Operator & Other Posts
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF), has released an official recruitment notification for multiple vacancies under Advertisement No. 01/2026. Eligible male candidates from across India can apply offline for various posts including Draughtsman, Hindi Typist, Store Keeper Technical, Operator Communication, Operator Excavating Machinery and Electrician.
BRO RECRUITMENT 2026 OVERVIEW
| Organization | Border Roads Organisation (BRO), |
| Force Name | General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF) |
| Advertisement No | 01/2026 |
| otal Posts | 899 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 July 2026 |
IMPORTANT DATES
| Starting Date of Application | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Most States | 04 July 2026 |
| *Last Date for Remote Areas like Northeast incuding Assam | 19 July 2026 |
*Candidates belonging to Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh, Lahaul & Spiti District and other remote areas will get additional time for submission of application forms.
BRO VACANCY DETAILS
| Post Name | Total Posts | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Draughtsman | 42 | 24 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Hindi Typist | 10 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Store Keeper Technical (SKT) | 300 | 151 | 43 | 22 | 77 | 7 |
| Operator Communication | 261 | 114 | 41 | 18 | 83 | 5 |
| Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) | 207 | 135 | 20 | 15 | 35 | 2 |
| Electrician | 79 | 38 | 10 | 9 | 19 | 3 |
| Total | 899 | 466 | 120 | 67 | 158 | 18 |
AGE LIMIT
| Post Name | Age Limit as on 18 Apr 2026 |
| Draughtsman | 18 to 27 Years |
| Hindi Typist | 18 to 27 Years |
| Store Keeper Technica | 18 to 27 Years |
| Operator Communication | 18 to 27 Years |
| OEM (OG) | 18 to 27 Years |
| Electrician | 18 to 27 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government rules for SC/ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen and other reserved categories. The upper age limit relaxation for reserved categories is as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| Central Government Civilian Employees | Up to 40 Years (UR), 43 Years (OBC), 45 Years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 Years |
| Ex-Agniveers | 3 to 5 Years (as per rules) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years |
APPLICATION FEE
| Category | Fee |
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs. 50/- |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | Nil |
The application fee must be paid online through SBI Collect
How to Pay Application Fee for BRO Recruitment 2026
Candidates need to pay the application fee online through SBI Collect only. No other payment mode will be accepted.
Steps to Pay BRO Application Fee
- Visit the SBI Collect payment portal given in the link given in the table below.
- Complete the online payment process.
- Pay the required fee using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
- Download the e-receipt after successful payment.
- Attach the copy of e-receipt with the application form before sending it.
[NOTE:- Before making the application fee payment for BRO Recruitment 2026, candidates are advised to carefully verify the official payment link and avoid fake websites or fraud calls. Always use the official BRO website and SBI Collect portal for fee payment. Do not share OTP, bank details or personal information with unknown persons claiming to provide recruitment assistance. BRO does not appoint any agent or middleman for recruitment, and selection is done purely on merit basis. Candidates should keep the payment receipt safely after successful transaction and avoid making payment through unofficial links shared on social media or messaging apps.]
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
1. For Draughtsman
- 10+2 with Science subjects from a recognized board.
- Two years certificate in Architecture/Draughtsmanship from recognized institute OR National Trade Certificate with one year experience.
2. For Hindi Typist
- 10+2 pass from recognized board.
- Typing speed of 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer.
3. For Store Keeper Technical
- 10+2 pass from recognized board.
- Knowledge related to store keeping and engineering equipment.
4. For Operator Communication
- Matriculation pass.
- Wireless Operator/Radio Mechanic Certificate OR Defence Trade Certificate.
5. For Operator Excavating Machinery
- Matriculation pass.
- Heavy Motor Vehicle or Dozer/Excavator driving licence with experience.
6. For Electrician
- Matriculation pass.
- Certificate in Auto Electrician from recognized institute or relevant experience.
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process includes:
- Written Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Practical/Trade Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Written Exam Details
- Questions will be objective type.
- Minimum qualifying marks: UR/EWS/OBC: 50% and SC/ST: 40%
- Written examination duration may vary from 1 to 3 hours depending on the trade/post.
HOW TO APPLY
Eligible candidates need to apply offline through prescribed application format.
Steps to Apply
- Download the application form from BRO official website.
- Fill all details carefully in English or Hindi
- Attach required documents and photographs.
- Pay application fee through SBI Collect
- Send the completed application form to the prescribed address before the last date.
Application Sending Address
All applications clearly mentioning the Advertisement Number, notification date, and name of the trade/post applied for on the envelope should be sent to the following address through Postal Service only:
Commandant, GREF Centre,
Dighi Camp, Pune – 411015
Candidates are advised to superscribe the envelope with
“Application for the Post of ____________, Under Category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/ PwBD/ESM/CPL)
Advertisement No. 01/2026,
Notification Date: 21 May 2026”
before sending the application form.
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Advertisement Details/ Syllabus/Application Form Download | Download From Here |
| Visit Official Website | Click Here |
| SBI Collect Payment Link | Click Here |
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
- Candidates must read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Application form should be filled only in the prescribed format given in the Advertisement
- Applicants must mention the Advertisement Number, notification date and post name & category on the envelope.
- Candidates should attach recent passport size photographs and self-attested copies of documents.
- Application fee must be paid through SBI Collect only.
- Keep a copy of the payment receipt safely for future reference.
- Mobile number and email ID should remain active during the recruitment process.
- Applications must reach the prescribed address before the last date.
- Candidates should regularly visit the official BRO website for updates and notices.
- Applications must be sent through Postal Service only.