๐Ÿ”ง BEL Recruitment 2026 โ€“ Advisor Vacancy in Sonar & Avionics Division

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Defence, has invited applications for the post of Advisor in its Product Development & Innovation Centre (PDIC), Bengaluru. This is a contractual role for retired senior scientists and directors from DRDO or other national R&D laboratories, offering consolidated monthly remuneration.

๐Ÿ“‹ Post Details

  • ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ’ผ Post: Advisor (Sonar & Avionics Division)
  • ๐Ÿข Organization: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
  • ๐Ÿ“ Location: PDIC, Bengaluru
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Remuneration: Based on last drawn pay + 5% annual increment
  • ๐Ÿ“… Last Date to Apply: 19 October 2026

๐ŸŽ“ Eligibility Criteria

  • โœ… Retired Scientist-G / Scientist-F / Outstanding Scientist / Director / Associate Director or above from DRDO or national R&D labs.
  • โœ… Minimum 20 years of experience in sonar system design, development, user trials, and integration.
  • โœ… Expertise in underwater acoustics, sonar equations, range prediction, and integration with naval platforms.
  • โœ… Age limit: Maximum 65 years as on 01 September 2026.
  • โœ… Qualification: B.Tech/M.Tech in Electronics Engineering. Preference for M.Tech/PhD holders.

๐Ÿ“ Roles & Responsibilities

The Advisor will provide guidance in the design and development of sonar systems, including:

  • ๐Ÿ“Œ Defining system requirements and configurations.
  • ๐Ÿ“Œ Guiding design of transducer arrays, electronics, and signal processing subsystems.
  • ๐Ÿ“Œ Reviewing algorithms, hardware/software integration, and documentation.
  • ๐Ÿ“Œ Supervising field trials, environmental testing, and user evaluations.
  • ๐Ÿ“Œ Suggesting new technologies and projects for future requirements.

โš–๏ธ Terms of Engagement

  • ๐Ÿ“Œ Initial tenure: 1 year, extendable annually up to 8 years or until age 68.
  • ๐Ÿ“Œ Hybrid work mode: Minimum 8 working days per month at BEL Bengaluru unit, rest from residence.
  • ๐Ÿ“Œ Termination: One monthโ€™s notice or remuneration in lieu of notice.
  • ๐Ÿ“Œ TA/DA and accommodation as per BEL rules.

๐Ÿ“‘ Application Process

  1. ๐Ÿ“Œ Download the prescribed application format from BEL Careers Portal.
  2. ๐Ÿ“Œ Fill the application form carefully and attach required documents (DOB proof, qualification certificates, experience certificates, relieving order, last pay certificate, police verification proforma).
  3. ๐Ÿ“Œ Send the completed application by ordinary/speed post to: Deputy General Manager (HR/PDIC), Bharat Electronics Ltd, Jalahalli Post, Bengaluru โ€“ 560013.
  4. ๐Ÿ“Œ Ensure the envelope is superscribed with: โ€œApplication for the Post of Advisor for PDICโ€.
  5. ๐Ÿ“Œ Applications must reach BEL on or before 19 October 2026.

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

๐Ÿ“„ Who can apply for the Advisor post?
Retired senior scientists/directors from DRDO or national R&D labs with at least 20 years of sonar system experience.
๐ŸŽ“ What qualifications are required?
B.Tech/M.Tech in Electronics Engineering. Preference for M.Tech/PhD holders.
๐Ÿ•’ What is the age limit?
Maximum age is 65 years as on 01 September 2026.
๐Ÿ’ฐ How is remuneration decided?
Based on last drawn pay certificate, with 5% annual increment during extensions.
๐Ÿ“ Where will the Advisor work?
At BEL PDIC Bengaluru, with hybrid mode (minimum 8 days/month onsite).
๐Ÿ“… What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit applications is 19 October 2026.
๐ŸŒ Where can I find the application format?
On the official BEL Careers Portal: https://bel-india.in/job-notifications/.