BRO Recruitment 2026: Apply for 899 GREF Vacancies | Draughtsman, Electrician, & SKT Posts

BRO Recruitment 2026 Notification – The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), under the Ministry of Defence, has issued a short notice for Advt No. 01/2026. This recruitment drive is exclusively for Indian male candidates to fill 899 vacancies in the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF). The posts range from technical roles like Electrician and Draughtsman to administrative roles like Store Keeper Technical.

BRO GREF Recruitment 2026 Overview

This is a prime opportunity for those looking to serve in the defence and infrastructure sectors.

Requirement Details	Information
Organization Name	Border Roads Organisation (BRO)
Advertisement No.	01/2026
Post Names	Draughtsman, Electrician, SKT, Hindi Typist, etc.
Total Vacancies	899 Posts
Application Start Date	18th April 2026
Last Date to Apply	May 2026 (Tentative 30–45 days from start)
Official Website	www.bro.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The vacancies are spread across six major trades. Below is the detailed breakdown:

Post Name / Trade	General	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total
Store Keeper Technical (SKT)	151	43	22	77	7	300
Operator Communication	114	41	18	83	5	261
Operator Excavating Machinery	135	20	15	35	2	207
Electrician	38	10	9	19	3	79
Draughtsman	24	5	2	10	1	42
Hindi Typist	4	1	1	4	0	10
Total	466	120	67	228	18	899

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the following educational and physical standards:

1. Educational Qualification

• Draughtsman: 12th Pass with a recognized Diploma in Architecture/Draughtsmanship.
• Store Keeper Technical: 12th Pass with knowledge of storekeeping or relevant experience.
• Electrician: 10th Pass with ITI certificate in Electrician trade.
• Operator (Communication/Machinery): 10th Pass with relevant ITI certificate or HMV Driving License as applicable.
• Hindi Typist: 12th Pass with proficiency in Hindi typing.

2. Age Limit (as of 01.01.2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years.
• Maximum Age: 25 to 27 Years (Depending on the post).
• Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.

Selection Process

The selection is based on a rigorous multi-stage evaluation:

1. Written Examination: Objective or Subjective (Bilingual: English & Hindi).
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 1.6 km (1 Mile) run to be completed in 10 minutes (Qualifying only).
3. Practical/Skill Test: Specific to the trade applied for.
4. Medical Examination: Conducted by the recruitment medical board.

Application Fee

Category	Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS	₹50/-
SC / ST / PwBD	Nil (No Fee)
Payment must be made through SBI Collect.

How to Apply for BRO Recruitment 2026

1. Download Form: Visit the official website bro.gov.in and download the application form from the recruitment section.
2. Fill Details: Fill out the form in block letters.
3. Attach Documents: Include self-attested copies of certificates (10th, 12th, ITI, Caste, etc.).
4. Send Application: Mail the completed envelope to GREF Centre, Dighi Camp, Pune-411015 via Registered Post. (Note: Mention the post name on the envelope).

Important Links

Link Description	Official URL
Join Telegram Channel	Aapkajobalert Group
Official Website	bro.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Who is eligible to apply for BRO Recruitment 2026?

Only Indian national male candidates are eligible for these positions.

Q2. Is the application process online or offline?

While short notices are released online, BRO typically follows an offline application process where forms must be sent to the GREF Centre in Pune.

Q3. What is the selection criteria for Store Keeper Technical?

Selection for SKT involves a written exam, physical test (qualifying), and medical examination.

Q4. Are there any vacancies for women?

Currently, recruitment for the GREF units of the Border Roads Organisation is open only to male candidates.

Q5. What is the physical requirement for the 1.6 km run?

Candidates must complete the 1.6 km run within 10 minutes to qualify for the next stage.