India Optel (IOL) Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 155 Junior Project Engineer & Project Technician Posts

India Optel Limited (IOL), a Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt. No. IOLHqrs/100(6)/2026-Rectt) for engagement on a fixed-term contract basis. The recruitment drive invites applications for Junior Project Engineer and Project Technician posts across various trades, with a total of 155 vacancies.

The India Optel (IOL) Recruitment 2026 notification was published in the Employment Newspaper on 12 September 2026. The offline application process has commenced, and eligible candidates can submit their applications through Speed Post/Post. The last date to apply is 3 October 2026.

This recruitment offers a valuable opportunity for candidates holding Diploma, Degree, or ITI (NTC/NAC) qualifications who are looking to work with a Defence Public Sector Enterprise in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

Candidates should carefully check the post-wise eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, experience requirements, age limit, and trade-specific requirements before submitting their applications.

India Optel (IOL) Recruitment 2026

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India Optel (IOL) Recruitment 2026 – Overview

India Optel Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date and should ensure that their application reaches the prescribed address within the specified deadline.

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India Optel Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

There is no application fee for the India Optel Recruitment 2026.

India Optel Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

The age limit varies according to the post. The age will be calculated as on 3 October 2026, i.e., the closing date of the advertisement.

• Junior Project Engineer: 18 to 35 years
• Project Technician: 18 to 32 years

Age relaxation for eligible reserved categories will be provided as per the applicable government rules.

India Optel Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details & Qualification

A total of 155 vacancies have been announced for Junior Project Engineer and Project Technician posts.

Note: Candidates should refer to the official recruitment notification for detailed trade-wise eligibility, experience requirements, and other conditions.

India Optel Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

The selection process differs for Junior Project Engineer and Project Technician posts.

For Junior Project Engineer

Candidates will be selected through the following stages:

1. Shortlisting based on Diploma/B.Sc. percentage marks
2. Document Verification
3. Personal Interview

The final selection will be based on the prescribed weightage of 75% academic marks and 25% interview score.

For Project Technician

The selection process includes:

1. Shortlisting based on NTC/NAC final marks percentage
2. Document Verification
3. Trade Test/Practical Test

The Trade Test/Practical Test will be qualifying in nature.

India Optel Recruitment 2026 – Salary & Benefits

Selected candidates will receive remuneration according to their respective post category.

The applicable allowances and benefits will be provided as per the terms and conditions of the engagement.

How to Apply for India Optel Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates are required to apply through offline mode. Follow the steps below to submit your application:

1. Visit the official website of India Optel Limited and go to the Career section.
2. Download the official recruitment advertisement and the prescribed Application Format (Annexure-A) for the relevant post.
3. Take a printout of the application form.
4. Fill in all the required details carefully in BLOCK LETTERS using a blue or black pen.
5. Attach self-attested photocopies of all the required documents, including proof of date of birth, Class 10th certificate, ITI/Diploma/Degree mark sheets, experience certificates, caste/category certificate, and valid ID proof, as applicable.
6. Affix a recent self-attested passport-size photograph on the application form and keep an additional photograph for the interview/trade test, if required.
7. Place the completed application form along with the supporting documents in an envelope.
8. Superscribe the envelope with:
   “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF __________ ON FIXED TERM CONTRACT BASIS”
9. Send the completed application through Speed Post/Post only to the prescribed address before 3 October 2026.

Postal Address

The Chairman & Managing Director
India Optel Limited, OFILDD Campus
Raipur, Dehradun (Uttarakhand) – 248008

Candidates should ensure that their applications are complete and reach the prescribed address within the stipulated time. Applications received after the deadline or not submitted in the prescribed format may be rejected.

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