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The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), under the Ministry of Defence, has released the official Notification (Advt No. 01/2026) on its official website to invite eligible Indian male nationals for 899 vacancies across six trades (Draughtsman, Hindi Typist, Store Keeper Technical, Operator Communication, OEM, Electrician) in the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF). The candidates can refer to this article for detailed information.
What is BRO Recruitment 2026?
BRO Recruitment 2026 is a central government hiring drive conducted by the Border Roads Organisation under the Ministry of Defence. It seeks to recruit 899 male Indian nationals for a Group C post in the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF).
BRO GREF Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Border Roads Organisation (BRO) |
| Under | Ministry of Defence |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 899 Posts |
| Job Location | Ladakh, Arunachal, Sikkim, J&K |
| Posts Name | Draughtsman, Hindi Typist, Store Keeper Technical, Operator Communication, OEM (OG), Electrician |
| Application Dates | 21 May 2026 to 04 July 2026 |
| Eligible Candidates | Indian National Males only |
| Application Fees | Rs. 50/- for UR/EWS/OBC |
| Mode of Application | Offline (by Postal Service only) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (OMR), Trade Test, Document Verification |
| Official Website | https://brov1.adgstaging.in/ |
| Official Address | Commandant, GREF Centre, Dighi Camp, Pune- 411015 |
| Official Notification | PDF Link |
BRO GREF Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Published (Employment Newspaper) | 18–24 April 2026 |
| Application Starts | 21 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date (General) | 04 July 2026 |
| Last Date (Remote States) | 19 July 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 18 April, 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | To be notified separately |
| Physical & Skill Test Dates | Post-written exam results |
Remote states with extended deadline: Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh Division (J&K), Lahaul and Spiti District, Pangi Sub-Division of Chamba District (Himachal Pradesh), Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep.
Border Roads Organisation Vacancy 2026
A total of 899 vacancies have been announced across 6 trades. The detailed vacancy is given in the table below:
Category-wise Vacancy
| Posts | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
| Draughtsman | 24 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 42 |
| Hindi Typist | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| Store Keeper Technical | 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 |
| Total | 466 | 120 | 67 | 228 | 18 | 899 |
ESM & PwBD Vacancy
| Posts | Ex-Serviceman (ESM) | PwBD |
| Draughtsman | 6 | 3 |
| Hindi Typist | 1 | 00 |
| Store Keeper Technical (SKT) | 45 | 12 |
| Operator Communication | 39 | 00 |
| Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) | 31 | 00 |
| Electrician | 12 | 00 |
BRO Eligibility Criteria 2026
The BRO eligibility criteria are given below. Candidates can check their educational qualifications and age limit here:
Nationality
- A citizen of India, OR
- A person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India, OR
- A Gorkha of Indian domicile (must have a Permanent Residence Certificate)
Note: Only Indian National Males are eligible. Female candidates need not apply.
Education Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Draughtsman |
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| Hindi Typist |
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| Store Keeper Technical | Must-Have:
Bonus:
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| Operator (Communication) |
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| OEM (OG) |
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| Electrician |
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NOTE: All qualifications must be completed and certificates obtained as on the closing date of application from the recognised Organisation. Candidates awaiting final results are NOT eligible to apply.
Age Limit as on 18 April, 2026
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | DoB Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 18 Years | 27 Years | June 1, 1999 to June 1, 2008 |
| OBC | 30 Years | June 1, 1996 to June 1, 2008 | |
| SC & ST | 32 Years | June 1, 1994 to June 1, 2008 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR & EWS | NIL |
| SC / ST | 5 years (up to 32 years) |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years (up to 30 years) |
| Central Govt Civilian Employees (3+ years regular service) | Up to 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period deductible from actual age + 3 additional years |
| Ex-Agniveers | 3 years standard, the first batch of Agnipath may get 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years above the category limit |
| Jammu & Kashmir Migrants | 5 years |
Physical Standards
- Candidates must qualify for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
- A 1.6 km run to be completed in 10 minutes.
- Candidates must meet the criteria of the Physical Standards mentioned below:
| Region | States/Regions Included | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Himalayan Region | J&K, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab Hills (areas south & west of HP border), Uttarakhand | 158 | 75 (Unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion | 47.5 |
| Eastern Himalayan Region | Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Hill regions of WB, Andaman & Nicobar | 152 | 75 (Unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion | 47.5 |
| Western Plain Region | Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Rajasthan, Western UP | 162.5 | 76 (Unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion | 50 |
| Eastern Plain Region | Eastern UP, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand | 157 | 75 (Unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion | 50 |
| Central Region | MP, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Chhattisgarh | 157 | 75 (Unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion | 50 |
| Southern Region | Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Kerala, Goa, Puducherry | 157 | 75 (Unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion | 50 |
| Gorkhas (Indian Domicile) | — | 152 | 75 (Unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion | 47.5 |
NOTE: PwBD, Ex-Servicemen (ESM), Ex-Agniveers, and departmental candidates are exempted from the PET test.
BRO GREF Application Form 2026
The BRO Recruitment 2026 application process has started on 21 May 2026 on its official website. Candidates can complete their application process before 04 July 2026. Applications must be submitted by postal service only, since there is no online submission. The completed application form along with the required documents should reach the Commandant, GREF Centre, Dighi Camp, Pune–411015 before the closing date.
BRO Recruitment Application Form 2026
Border Roads Organisation Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
| General/ OBC/ EWS | Rs. 50/- |
| SC/ ST/ Other Category | Nil |
Documents Required for Application Form
- Education qualification certificate
- domicile certificate
- caste certificate
- Aadhar card
- One passport-size photograph
- fee payment receipt
- Candidates Signature
- experience certificate
- all documents self-attested
BRO GREF Selection Process 2026
The selection process for BRO Recruitment 2026 includes:
- Written Examination: Objective or subjective questions based on the specific trade and general knowledge.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Usually involves a 1-mile run within a specific time frame. (Qualifying nature).
- Practical/Skill Test: Hands-on testing for trades like Electrician, OEM, and Typing.
- Medical Examination: Conducted by BRO medical officers to ensure fitness for GREF standards.
Border Roads Organisation Syllabus 2026
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Exam Syllabus mainly covers subjects like General Knowledge, Mathematics, Reasoning, and trade-specific technical topics, depending on the exam, such as the Practical exam and the written exam. Candidates can check the detailed topic-wise syllabus in the link below.
BRO Syllabus 2026 – Click Here To Check
BRO Exam Pattern 2026
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness/Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 1-3 Hours (depends on trade) |
| General English/Hindi | |||
| General Mathematics | |||
| Analytical Skills |
BRO GREF Salary Structure 2026
BRO offers a good Border Roads Organisation Salary package with Basic Pay plus DA, HRA, Transport, and Hard & Risk Allowances. It also provides pension and other government benefits. BRO recruits for roles such as Draughtsman, Electrician, Store Keeper, and Operator. These jobs often involve field and border postings, increasing aspirants’ overall earnings while enabling them to serve in difficult areas.
| Name of Posts | Pay Scale | Grade Pay |
| Draughtsman | Rs. 5,200 to Rs. 20,200/- | 2,800/- |
| Hindi Typist | Rs. 5,200 to Rs. 20,200/- | 1,900/- |
| Store Keeper Technical (SKT) | Rs. 5,200 to Rs. 20,200/- | 1,900/- |
| Operator Communication | Rs. 5,200 to Rs. 20,200/- | 1,900/- |
| Operator Excavating Machinery (OEM) | Rs. 5,200 to Rs. 20,200/- | 1,900/- |
| Electrician | Rs. 5,200 to Rs. 20,200/- | 1,900/- |
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