CEL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Engineer, GET, MT, Clerk & Operator Posts by 3 March

Central Electronics Limited (CEL), a Mini Ratna PSU under the Ministry of Science & Technology, has released Advertisement No. 118/Pers/1/2026 inviting online applications from Indian nationals for multiple executive, trainee, non-executive and contractual posts across engineering, HR, finance and clerical roles, with the last date to apply being 03 March 2026.

Vacancies include Deputy General Managers, Senior Managers, Deputy Engineers (various disciplines), Personnel Officer, Graduate Engineer Trainees (GET), Management Trainees (MT), Operator ‘A’, Clerk ‘C’, and contractual Deputy Engineers and Hindi Officer posts, primarily based at Sahibabad (Ghaziabad, UP) with possible all-India postings. Qualifications range from 10th pass (for Operator) to B.E./B.Tech, MBA, CA/ICWA and M.A. in Hindi, with age limits varying by grade (up to 48 years for senior executives) and relaxations as per Government norms.

Regular executive pay scales go up to ₹80,000–2,20,000 (approx. CTC ₹23.87 lakh per annum), while GET/MTs receive ₹40,000–45,000 per month during a two-year training period with possible absorption in E1 grade. Selection involves written exams (objective with negative marking), interviews, trade/practical tests (for non-executives), document verification and medical examination, with defined weightages and category-wise qualifying marks.

Applications must be submitted online through the CEL website with a ₹1000 fee (exemptions for reserved categories), and candidates must meet prescribed educational, experience and documentation requirements as detailed in the official notification.

Central Electronics Limited Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Engineer, Trainee, HR, Clerk & Operator Posts

Central Electronics Limited (CEL), a Mini Ratna PSU under the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research, Ministry of Science & Technology, has released a detailed recruitment notification for multiple executive, trainee and non-executive posts for the year 2026.

CEL Recruitment 2026 Overview

CEL works in strategic sectors like Solar Photovoltaic (SPV), Railway Signalling, Strategic Electronics and Security & Surveillance, making these jobs attractive for engineers and professionals looking for stable PSU careers with future growth.

Total Vacancies and Major Post Categories

CEL has notified vacancies in three broad categories: Regular Executive posts, Executive Trainee/Management Trainee posts, Regular Non-Executive posts and Contractual Executive posts.

1. Regular Executive Posts (E1, E4, E5 grades)

• Deputy General Manager (Electrical/Electronics) – E5 – 1 post (UR)
• Deputy General Manager (Microwave) – E5 – 1 post (UR)
• Deputy General Manager / Sr Technical Manager (Materials Science) – E5/E4 – 1 post (OBC at E5 / UR at E4)
• Deputy General Manager (HR) / Sr Manager (HR) – E5/E4 – 1 post (UR at E5 / OBC at E4)
• Deputy Engineer (Software Development) – E1 – 1 post (SC)
• Deputy Engineer (Sales & Marketing) – E1 – 1 post (ST)
• Deputy Engineer (Embedded Systems) – E1 – 1 post (UR)
• Deputy Engineer (Project Execution) – E1 – 2 posts (OBC – 1, EWS – 1)
• Deputy Engineer (Materials Science) – E1 – 1 post (SC)
• Deputy Engineer (Electronics / Microwave) – E1 – 2 posts (OBC – 1, UR – 1)
• Personnel Officer – E1 – 1 post (OBC)

2. Executive Trainee & Management Trainee Posts

• Graduate Engineer Trainee (Metallurgy/Materials/Ceramic) – 3 posts (PwBD UR – 1 (LD), UR – 2)
• Graduate Engineer Trainee (Electronics) – 3 posts (OBC – 1, UR – 2)
• Graduate Engineer Trainee (Mechanical) – 4 posts (SC – 1, OBC – 1, UR – 1, EWS – 1)
• Graduate Engineer Trainee (Computer Science) – 1 post (UR)
• Management Trainee (Finance) – 2 posts (PwBD UR – 1 (LD), UR – 1)
• Management Trainee (Human Resource) – 1 post (UR)

All GET/MT posts are on trainee basis for 2 years with consolidated stipend and possible absorption in E1 scale after successful completion.

3. Regular Non-Executive Posts

• Operator ‘A’ – NE3 – 2 posts (UR)
• Clerk ‘C’ – NE5 – 2 posts (PwBD UR – 1 (LD), UR – 1)

4. Contractual Executive Posts (Consolidated Pay)

• Deputy Engineer (on contract) – 2 posts (Bengaluru / Hyderabad base)
• Hindi Officer / Rajbhasha Adhikari (on contract) – 1 post

These contractual posts are for 2 years and do not carry any claim for regularization.

✅ Grand Total Vacancies

Post-wise Qualification, Experience and Age

Executive Posts (Regular)

Deputy General Manager (Electrical/Electronics), E5

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, Computer Science or any relevant Electronics field with minimum 55% marks from recognized University/Institute.
• Experience: Minimum 16 years post-qualification in design and development of safety-related electronic products like railway signalling and telecom; preference to candidates with verification/validation experience as per CENELEC SIL-4 and knowledge of Railway RAMS.
• Upper Age Limit (UR): 48 years as on 31.01.2026.

Deputy General Manager (Microwave), E5

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/ETC/Electrical (with Electronics specialization) with minimum 55% marks; preference for M.Tech in Microwave/RF or PhD (Applied Physics with Electronics).
• Experience: Minimum 16 years industrial experience with 10 years in design & development of RF/Microwave systems, subsystems, components or system engineering of complex RF/Microwave systems like radar and communication.
• Desirable: Experience in design of RF/Microwave systems, system engineering, collaborative R&D, defence standards, team leadership, understanding of defence electronics market and budgeting/costing.

Deputy General Manager / Sr Technical Manager (Materials Science), E5/E4

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgy/Materials Science/Ceramic Engineering with 55% marks; preference for M.Tech/PhD.
• Experience: 16 years (E5) / 12 years (E4) in ceramics/materials, advanced ceramics, composites, characterization, processing, synthesis and computational modelling.

Deputy General Manager (HR) / Sr Manager (HR), E5/E4

• Qualification: Graduate plus 2-year full-time MBA/PGP/PGDM in HR/Personnel Management/Dual with HR major or 2-year degree/diploma in Labour Welfare/IR/Social Work with 55% marks.
• Experience: 16 / 12 years in HR/IR; Law degree desirable.

Deputy Engineer (Software Development), E1

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/ECE or related field with 55% marks.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years post-qualification in relevant area; preference for experience in ML/AI tools and GUI development.

Deputy Engineer (Sales & Marketing), E1

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/ETC with 55% marks.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in relevant field; responsible for railway signalling/telecom requirement understanding, proposals, quotations, marketing.

Deputy Engineer (Embedded Systems), E1

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in ECE/Electrical & Electronics/Computer Science or relevant field with 55% marks.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years; preference for embedded systems, PCB and circuit design, C/C++ and strong electronics circuit knowledge.

Deputy Engineer (Project Execution), E1

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/ETC with 55% marks.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years, mainly in field execution of railway signalling and telecom projects.

Deputy Engineer (Materials Science), E1

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgy/Materials Science/Ceramic Engineering with 55% marks.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in advanced ceramics, materials testing/production; preference for research lab/industry experience and advanced characterization.

Deputy Engineer (Electronics – Microwave), E1

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/ETC/Electrical (Electronics specialization) with 55% marks OR M.E./M.Tech in relevant area (no experience required).
• Experience: Minimum 2 years industrial in design & development of microwave systems/sub-systems or RF/Microwave radar/communication systems (for B.E./B.Tech route).
• Desirable: Experience with ADS, HFSS, AWR; MATLAB, Pandas, Numpy; microwave component design; FPGA/Python programming.

Personnel Officer, E1

• Qualification: Graduate in any discipline + 2-year MBA/PGP/PGDM in HR/Personnel Management or 2-year degree/diploma in Labour Welfare/IR/Social Work with 55% marks.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in HR/IR; Law degree desirable.

Executive Trainee / Management Trainee

Graduate Engineer Trainee (Metallurgy/Materials/Ceramic)

• B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgy/Materials Science/Ceramic Engineering with 55% marks; no experience required.

GET (Electronics)

• B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/ETC/Electrical with Electronics specialization/Electrical & Electronics or any relevant electronics field with 55% marks; no experience required.

GET (Mechanical)

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Production or relevant mechanical fields with 55% marks; no experience required.

GET (Computer Science)

• B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT or relevant CS fields with 55% marks; no experience required.

Management Trainee (Finance)

• Graduate in Commerce and passed final CA/ICWA exam OR MBA (Finance, 2 years) with 55% marks; no experience required.

Management Trainee (HR)

• Graduate in any discipline plus 2-year MBA/PGP/PGDM in HR/Personnel Management OR 2-year degree/diploma in Labour Welfare/IR/Social Work with 55% marks; no experience required.

Non-Executive Posts

Operator ‘A’ (NE3)

• Qualification: Minimum 10th pass with Science & Mathematics background.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year relevant post qualification experience in same field.

Clerk ‘C’ (NE5)

• Qualification: Graduate in any stream with basic computer knowledge.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year relevant post qualification experience in same field.

Contractual Executive Posts

Deputy Engineer (Contract, Bengaluru/Hyderabad)

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Materials Science/Ceramic/Electronics Engineering with 55% marks.
• Experience: Minimum 4 years in relevant fields.
• Other: Candidate must be local/settled in Bengaluru/Hyderabad and manage own transport; working knowledge of Hindi and local language desirable.

Hindi Officer / Rajbhasha Adhikari (Contract)

• Qualification: M.A. in Hindi with 55% marks; Hindi and English as graduation subjects.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in Hindi translation/Rajbhasha implementation; PGD in Hindi translation and computer skills desirable.
• Retired Govt/PSU candidates up to 63 years can also apply.

Age Limit, Pay Scale and CTC

All age limits are as on 31.01.2026.

Regular Executive & Non-Executive

In addition to basic pay, employees are entitled to Dearness Allowance, HRA, canteen facility, uniform allowance, medical benefits, PF and gratuity as per company rules, which significantly enhance the overall package and long-term financial security.

Stipend / Consolidated Pay (Trainees & Contract)

GETs and MTs are engaged initially for 2 years; after successful completion and subject to the laid down absorption process, they may be absorbed in E1 scale (₹40000–3%–140000).

Age Relaxation and Category Benefits

• SC/ST: 5 years relaxation.
• OBC (NCL): 3 years.
• PwBD (General): 10 years; PwBD-OBC: 13 years; PwBD-SC/ST: 15 years.
• J&K domicile (1.1.1980–31.12.1989): 5 years relaxation.
• For E1 posts, candidates with M.E./M.Tech get 2 years and PhD get 5 years relaxation, subject to overall upper age cap of 55 years.
• No age bar for internal candidates on regular/contract basis.

Minimum percentage in qualifying degree is 55%, with 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD in executive posts against reserved positions.

Application Fee and Exemptions

• Application Fee: ₹1000 (online payment).
• No fee for SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates.
• Separate online applications required for each post if applying for more than one.
• Fee is non-refundable in all cases.

Selection Process

Executive Posts (Regular & Contractual)

1. For GET, MT, Deputy Engineer & Personnel Officer

• Written Exam (CBT or PBT) + Document Verification + Personal Interview + Pre-employment Medical.
• Written test duration: 2 hours.
• Objective MCQ type, 4 options, negative marking of 0.25 per wrong/multiple answer.
• Structure:
  • Part I: Domain Knowledge – 60 questions.
  • Part II: Aptitude (English, Reasoning, Quant, GK) – 40 questions.
• Minimum qualifying marks in written exam (Part I + Part II together): 50% for UR; 10% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD against reserved posts.
• Shortlisting for interview up to 5 candidates per vacancy (per category) based on written marks; all candidates with same cut-off marks are called.
• Interview qualifying marks:
  • UR: 65%
  • EWS/OBC: 60%
  • SC/ST: 55%
  • PwBD (for reserved posts): 50%
• Final Merit Weightage:
  • GET/MT: 85% written + 15% interview.
  • Deputy Engineer/Personnel Officer: 70% written + 30% interview.

Tie-breakers are based on higher age, then higher Part I marks, then higher interview marks.

2. For DGM, Sr Technical Manager, Sr Manager & Contract Posts

• Shortlisting based on eligibility + Document Verification + Personal Interview + Medical.

Admit cards and call letters will be available only on the CEL website and will not be sent by post; candidates must carry a valid original Govt photo ID to the exam/interview.

Non-Executive Posts (Operator ‘A’, Clerk ‘C’)

• Written Exam (CBT/PBT) + Document Verification + Trade/Practical Test + Medical.
• Written test pattern similar (2 hours, objective, 60 technical + 40 aptitude questions, 1 mark each, 0.25 negative).
• Minimum qualifying marks in written test: 40% for all; 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD against reserved posts.
• Shortlisting for trade/practical test: up to 10 candidates per vacancy per category.
• Trade/Practical test qualifying marks: 40% for UR/EWS/OBC, 35% for reserved categories (for reserved posts).
• Final Merit: 60% written + 40% trade/practical test; tie-breaker uses age, then Part I marks, then trade/practical test marks.

Answer keys will be uploaded on CEL careers page; objections will be accepted online only and final decisions will rest with CEL.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit CEL official website and go to the Careers section to access the online application link.
2. Register with a valid and active email ID and mobile number and fill the form carefully with accurate details of name, date of birth (as per Matriculation/Birth Certificate), category and qualifications.
3. Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates, experience proofs, etc.) and pay the application fee online if applicable.
4. Submit the application and retain a printout/soft copy of the final form and fee receipt for future reference; only the last successfully submitted application for a post will be considered.

Applications via any mode other than online will be summarily rejected and once submitted, cannot be withdrawn; fee will not be refunded.

Important Documents and Eligibility Conditions

• Proof of age: Matriculation/Higher Secondary certificate or Birth Certificate only.
• Category certificates: Latest SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS certificate as per Govt format; EWS certificate must be valid for FY 2025–26.
• PwBD: Minimum 40% disability with certificate from competent Govt Medical Board.
• Experience proof: Appointment/offer letters, latest payslips, relieving letters, experience certificates clearly indicating period and nature of work, especially for PSU/Govt/private candidates counted for CTC requirement.
• For PSUs/Govt/Autonomous: Minimum 2 years in immediate lower scale/equivalent for higher grade posts (except NE posts).
• For private/contract: CTC must be at least 60% of CTC indicated for the post to be eligible (for executive posts).

All educational qualifications must be from recognized Boards/AICTE-approved/UGC-recognized universities; candidates with only grades (CGPA/GPA) must convert to percentage as per institute norms and produce proof during interview.

Reservation, Relaxations and Other Benefits

CEL provides reservation to SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, PwBD and Ex-servicemen as per Government of India norms, along with sector-specific relaxations in qualifying marks, upper age, and shortlisting criteria for reserved category posts.

Regular appointees will be on probation for one year and can be posted at Sahibabad or any other project/site location, with CEL retaining the right to change role/place of posting as per company requirement.

Outstation candidates called for interviews for regular posts will be reimbursed to and fro III AC rail fare by shortest route on submission of tickets; no TA/DA for written exams, trade tests or contractual posts.

Why CEL Jobs Are Attractive for Job Seekers

• PSU job security with competitive CTC up to around ₹23.87 lakh per annum for senior executives and strong benefits like PF, gratuity, medical and DA/HRA.
• High-quality technical exposure in solar PV, defence electronics, railway signalling, RF/Microwave and advanced materials, ideal for engineers wanting R&D and product development careers.
• Clear, transparent selection process with written exams, defined cut-offs, answer key publication and structured weightages.
• Fast-track opportunity for fresh engineering and management graduates through GET and MT schemes with potential absorption into regular executive cadre.

Interested candidates who meet the eligibility conditions should apply online well before the last date, prepare thoroughly for the domain and aptitude tests, and regularly check the CEL website for exam dates, admit cards and updates.

FAQs

What is CEL Recruitment 2026?
CEL Recruitment 2026 is a hiring drive by Central Electronics Limited, a Mini Ratna PSU, to fill executive, trainee, non-executive and contractual posts across technical, HR, finance and clerical roles.

Who can apply for CEL Recruitment 2026?
Only Indian nationals who meet the prescribed educational qualification, age limit and experience criteria can apply.

What is the last date to apply for CEL Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 03 March 2026.

What is the mode of application?
Applications can be submitted online only through the Careers section of the official CEL website.

What are the major post categories in this recruitment?
Posts are divided into Regular Executive, Executive Trainee/Management Trainee, Regular Non-Executive and Contractual Executive categories.

Which posts are available under Executive category?
Posts include Deputy General Manager, Senior Manager, Deputy Engineer and Personnel Officer in multiple disciplines.

What trainee posts are offered by CEL?
CEL offers Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET) and Management Trainee (MT) posts in engineering, finance and HR disciplines.

Is experience required for GET and MT posts?
No prior experience is required for GET and MT posts.

What is the training period for GET and MT posts?
GET and MT posts have a training period of 2 years.

What stipend is paid to GET and MT candidates?
GET and MT candidates receive ₹40,000 per month in the first year and ₹45,000 per month in the second year.

Is absorption guaranteed after GET/MT training?
Absorption is not guaranteed and depends on successful completion of training and the CEL absorption process.

What non-executive posts are available?
Non-executive posts include Operator ‘A’ and Clerk ‘C’.

Are contractual posts available in CEL Recruitment 2026?
Yes, contractual posts include Deputy Engineer and Hindi Officer/Rajbhasha Adhikari.

What is the duration of contractual posts?
Contractual posts are offered for a period of 2 years.

Do contractual posts lead to regularization?
No, contractual posts do not carry any claim for regularization.

What is the highest pay scale offered in CEL Recruitment 2026?
The highest pay scale is ₹80,000–2,20,000 for E5 grade posts.

What is the maximum CTC offered by CEL?
The maximum approximate CTC is ₹23.87 lakh per annum.

What is the age limit for executive posts?
Age limits vary by post, with a maximum of 48 years for senior executive positions.

Is age relaxation available for reserved categories?
Yes, age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, J&K domicile and eligible candidates as per Government rules.

Is there any age relaxation for higher qualifications?
Yes, for E1 posts, M.Tech candidates get 2 years and PhD candidates get 5 years age relaxation, subject to limits.

What is the application fee for CEL Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹1000.

Who are exempted from paying the application fee?
SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

Is the application fee refundable?
No, the application fee is non-refundable.

Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, but a separate online application and fee are required for each post.

What is the selection process for executive and trainee posts?
Selection involves a written exam, interview, document verification and medical examination.

What is the exam pattern for written tests?
The exam consists of 100 objective questions with domain knowledge and aptitude sections, with negative marking.

Is there negative marking in the written exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong or multiple answer.

What is the selection process for non-executive posts?
Non-executive posts involve a written exam, trade/practical test, document verification and medical examination.

Will admit cards be sent by post?
No, admit cards and call letters will be available only on the CEL website.

Is TA/DA provided for written examinations?
No TA/DA is provided for written exams or trade tests.

Is interview travel reimbursement available?
Yes, eligible outstation candidates called for interviews for regular posts are reimbursed III AC rail fare.

What documents are required for age proof?
Matriculation, Higher Secondary certificate or Birth Certificate is required as proof of age.

Are CGPA scores acceptable for qualification?
Yes, but candidates must convert CGPA to percentage as per institute norms and provide proof.

Why are CEL jobs considered attractive?
CEL jobs offer PSU job security, high CTC, strong benefits, advanced technical exposure and transparent selection process.