BEL Director Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Bharat Electronics Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) invites applications for the post of Director (Research & Development) at Bengaluru, Karnataka. The role requires an engineering graduate with expertise in AI/ML, electronics, or communications and involves high-level leadership to shape R&D strategy across defence and civilian electronics. The appointment is for five years, with a pay scale of Rs.

180000 – 340000 (IDA). Eligibility includes senior management experience and proven leadership of R&D projects; last

Qualifications

• Engineering graduate with electronics/EC/communications/CS/AI/ML background.
• Postgraduate in AI/ML or related fields desirable.
• Extensive senior management experience in R&D for defence or high-tech sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lay down R&D policy and strategy for components, modules and systems to maintain market leadership.
• Study market requirements and technology trends to update BEL's tech roadmap.
• Provide direction to SBUs and Unit Heads on technology planning and product development.
• Coordinate development activities with Defence R&D Organisations and national labs.
• Develop and enhance BEL's CRL/CoEs/PDIC facilities and IP management.

Job description

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has announced vacancy for the post of Director (Research & Development). Candidates applying for this leadership position must be an Engineering graduate preferably in Electronics/ Electronics & Communication/ Communication/Electronics & Telecommunications/ Computer Science/ AI/ML, with a minimum age of 45 years as on 1 April 2027. The appointment shall be for a period of five years from the date of joining or upto the date of superannuation or until further orders, whichever is earlier, with a pay scale of Rs. 1,80,000 – 3,40,000 (IDA). Eligible applicants must fill up the Application Form online against this Job Description on the website of PESB by 5 November 2026, and the nodal officer or competent authority should forward it online as per procedure specified in para V(1) by 5 November 2026.

BEL Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)

Department or Unit Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence

Post Director (Research & Development)

Pay Rs. 180000 – 340000 (IDA)

Contract Term 5 years from date of joining or up to superannuation or until further orders, whichever is earlier

Experience Required Technical / Operational experience at a senior level of management in an organisation of repute, with at least 5 years during the last 10 years leading R&D projects of adequate significance in AI/ ML/ Communication/ Tele-Communication/ Micro Electronics and Embedded Systems in Research/design/development in the Defence Sector

Job Location Bengaluru, Karnataka (Registered & Corporate Office) / BEL Units

Last Date 05.11.2026 (03:00 PM for online application by applicant)

Applicants must satisfy the educational qualification, experience, and employment status requirements specified for the Director (R&D) post.

Educational Qualification

• Engineering graduate preferably in Electronics/ Electronics & Communication/ Communication/Electronics & Telecommunications/ Computer Science/ AI/ML.
• Postgraduate in AI/ ML/ Communication/ Tele-Communication/ Micro-Electronics Embedded Systems will be desirable.

Experience

• Technical / operational experience at a senior level of management in an organization of repute.
• At least five years during the last ten years the candidate should have led R&D projects of adequate significance in AI/ ML/ Communication/ Tele-Communication/ Micro Electronics and Embedded Systems in Research/design/development in the Defence Sector.

Employment Status and Pay Scale Eligibility

• Must be employed in a regular capacity in Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSE), Central Government Group 'A' Officers (including Armed Forces/All India Services/Public Sector Banks/Financial Institutions/Autonomous Bodies), State Public Sector Enterprises (SPSE) with annual turnover of Rs. 5,000 crore or more, or Private Sector Companies/Joint Ventures/Federations with annual turnover of Rs. 5,000 crore or more.
• Eligible internal pay scales include Rs. 120000-280000 (IDA) Post 01.01.2017 (E8 Grade) and various pre-revised IDA and CDA scales specified in the notification.

Pay and Terms

The post carries a scale of pay of Rs. 180000 – 340000 (IDA). The appointment shall be for a period of five years from the date of joining or up to the date of superannuation or until further orders, whichever is earlier. Central Government Officers and officers from Public Sector Banks, Financial Institutions, and Autonomous Bodies will be eligible for consideration only on immediate absorption basis.

The Director (R&D) is a member of the Board of Directors and reports to the Chairman and Managing Director of BEL. The key responsibilities include:

• To lay down the R&D policy of the company and formulate the strategy for development of components, modules, sub-systems, equipment, systems and systems of systems to maintain market leadership in Aerospace, Defence and Civilian Electronics and promote indigenisation under the Atma Nirbhar Scheme.
• To continuously study market requirements and technology advancements in India and abroad to update company technology and products.
• To provide functional guidance and direction to all Heads of Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and Unit Heads regarding technology planning, road maps, new product development, and product upgradation.
• To provide direction and guidance to Development and Engineering (D&E) groups and SBU/Unit Heads in preparing annual and long-term plans.
• To co-ordinate development activities with Defence R&D Organisations, national laboratories like CSIR, research institutions, and academia.
• To develop expertise and establish facilities at BEL's Central Research Laboratories (CRL), Centres of Excellence (CoEs), and Product Development & Innovation Centre (PDIC).
• To provide indigenous solutions in a timely and cost-effective manner, addressing obsolescence and providing product upgrades by leveraging start-ups and MSMEs.
• To ensure Intellectual Property (IP) creation, IP Rights Valuation, and Protection.

Selection Process

The Board reserves the right to shortlist applicants for interview, keeping in view the extant guidelines issued from time to time.

Q1. What is the post available in BEL Recruitment 2026?

Bharat Electronics Limited has announced 1 vacancy for the post of Director (Research & Development).

Q2. What is the last date to apply online for BEL Director Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submission of the online application by the applicant is 05.11.2026 by 03:00 PM.

Q3. What is the age limit for BEL Director (R&D) Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 45 years, and the maximum age requires 2 to 3 years of residual service as on the date of vacancy with respect to the date of superannuation (superannuation age is 60 years).

Q4. What is the salary scale for the Director (R&D) post at BEL?

The selected candidate will receive a pay scale of Rs. 180000 – 340000 (IDA).

Q5. What are the essential educational qualifications required?

Applicants must be an Engineering graduate preferably in Electronics/ Electronics & Communication/ Communication/Electronics & Telecommunications/ Computer Science/ AI/ML.

Q6. How can candidates apply for this recruitment?

Candidates must fill out the application form online only via the PESB website at https://pesb.gov.in/ and submit it through the proper channel.

Q7. What is the selection process for BEL Director Recruitment 2026?

The Board shortlists eligible applicants for an interview based on extant guidelines.

Q8. Is there any application fee for BEL Director Recruitment 2026?

The official notification does not mention any application fee.

Q9. What is the tenure of appointment for the Director (R&D) post?

The appointment is for a period of five years from the date of joining or up to the date of superannuation or until further orders, whichever is earlier.