📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
BHEL Director (Operations, R&D) Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
- Recruiting Body: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
- Advertisement No.: 108/2026
- Post Name: Director (Operations, Research & Development)
- Total Vacancies: 1
- Employment Nature: Permanent Board-level appointment with a standard 5-year tenure (or until superannuation, whichever is earlier)
- Application Mode: Online (via PESB portal – pesb.gov.in)
- Last Date to Apply: 29 October 2026 by 03:00 PM
- Date of Vacancy: 01 February 2027
- Job Location: New Delhi (Registered & Corporate Office, BHEL)
- Application Fee: Rs. 0 – No application fee notified
- Pay Scale: Rs. 1,80,000 – Rs. 3,40,000 (IDA)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Pay Scale (IDA) | Date of Occurrence of Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director (Operations, Research & Development) | 1 | Rs. 1,80,000 – Rs. 3,40,000 | 01 February 2027 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Educational Qualification
- Director (Operations, R&D): The applicant must hold an Engineering Graduate degree from a recognized University or Institution.
Post-Qualification Experience
- Minimum five years of cumulative experience during the last ten years in one or more areas of Operations, Manufacturing, Research and Development, Engineering, or Projects in the Capital Goods or Power Sector.
Required Employment Status at Time of Application
Applicants must be employed in a regular capacity (not contractual or ad-hoc) on the date of application and the date of interview in one of the following:
- Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), including a full-time functional Director on the Board of a CPSE
- Central Government Group 'A' Officers, including Armed Forces personnel, All India Services officers, and officers from Public Sector Banks, Financial Institutions, or Autonomous Bodies
- State Public Sector Enterprise (SPSE) with an annual turnover of Rs. 10,000 crore or more
- Private Sector Company, Joint Venture (JV), or National/State-level Cooperative Federation with an annual turnover of Rs. 10,000 crore or more
Age Limit (as on 01 February 2027)
Age of superannuation: 60 years. Minimum age: 45 years for all categories.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age / Residual Service |
|---|---|---|
| Internal (BHEL) | 45 years | Minimum 2 years residual service as on 01.02.2027 w.r.t. date of superannuation |
| Others (External) | 45 years | Minimum 3 years residual service as on 01.02.2027 w.r.t. date of superannuation |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting by PESB Board: Applications received through the proper channel will be scrutinized and shortlisted by the Public Enterprises Selection Board.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will appear before the PESB Board for an interview.
- Appointment: The competent authority will make the final appointment based on the Board's recommendation.
Important: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview. Central Government Officers, Armed Forces personnel, All India Services officers, and officers from Public Sector Banks/Financial Institutions/Autonomous Bodies are eligible only on immediate absorption basis.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
- Engineering Graduation Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets from a Recognized University/Institution
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead covering Operations/Manufacturing/R&D/Engineering/Projects
- Evidence of Working at Board Level or at Least the Post Immediately Below Board Level
- Annual Reports of Three Financial Years Preceding the Advertisement Year (for Private Company/JV/Federation applicants)
- Documentary Proof of Company Listing (if applicable)
- CVC Vigilance Profile in the 13-Point Proforma Prescribed by CVC
- Self-Attested Copies of Documents in Support of Age and Qualifications
- Relevant Jobs Handled in the Past with Full Details
- Two Recent Passport-Size Photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
Key Application Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online only at PESB Official Portal. Physical or email submissions will be rejected.
- The applicant must submit the online application form by 29 October 2026, 03:00 PM.
- The nodal officer or competent authority must forward the application online by 09 November 2026, 05:00 PM.
- The application must be routed through the proper channel. Applications from Private Companies/JVs must include all required documents including annual reports and listing proof.
- The cadre controlling authority must forward only vigilance-clear applicants with the CVC proforma.
- An applicant must provide an undertaking confirming willingness to join if selected. Candidates conveying unwillingness after interview or after the offer of appointment are subject to debarment periods as per PESB guidelines.
- Incomplete applications or applications not received within the stipulated date will be rejected.
Important Links
- Download BHEL Director (Operations, R&D) Official Notification PDF – Advt No. 108/2026
- Visit PESB Official Portal for Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for BHEL Director (Operations, R&D) Recruitment 2026?
Eligible applicants must submit the online application form on or before 29 October 2026, 03:00 PM via the PESB portal (pesb.gov.in). The application must additionally be forwarded online by the nodal officer or competent authority by 09 November 2026, 05:00 PM.
Where is the application to be submitted for this BHEL recruitment?
The application must be submitted online only at the PESB Official Portal (https://pesb.gov.in/). No physical or email submissions will be accepted. The application must be routed through the proper channel for forwarding by the nodal officer.
What is the salary structure for the Director (Operations, R&D) post in BHEL?
The Director (Operations, Research & Development) post carries a pay scale of Rs. 1,80,000 – Rs. 3,40,000 (IDA). This is at the Board level of a Maharatna CPSE and includes standard allowances as applicable to Directors.
What is the eligibility for BHEL Director (Operations, R&D) Recruitment 2026?
Applicants must hold an Engineering Graduate degree from a recognized University/Institution and have at least five years of cumulative experience during the last ten years in Operations, Manufacturing, R&D, Engineering, or Projects in the Capital Goods or Power Sector. The applicant must also be in regular employment (not contractual/ad-hoc) in a CPSE, Group 'A' Central Government post, SPSE (turnover Rs. 10,000 Cr+), or Private Company/JV (turnover Rs. 10,000 Cr+).
What is the age limit for BHEL Director Recruitment 2026?
As on the date of occurrence of vacancy (01 February 2027), the minimum age is 45 years for all categories. Internal (BHEL) candidates must have a minimum of 2 years residual service, and external candidates a minimum of 3 years residual service as on 01.02.2027, w.r.t. the date of superannuation at age 60 years.
Is the Director position in BHEL a permanent government job?
Yes. The Director post in BHEL is a permanent, sanctioned Board-level position in a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise. The appointment is made for a standard five-year tenure or until the date of superannuation, whichever is earlier, as per CPSE Board norms. Central Government officers are eligible only on immediate absorption basis, meaning they permanently leave their government post to join BHEL.