BSNL JTO Answer Key 2026 has been released for candidates who appeared in the Junior Telecom Officer (JTO) examination conducted by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL). The Computer Based Test was held on 23 August 2026 for 100 Junior Telecom Officer vacancies.
The provisional answer key and response sheet allow candidates to compare their recorded answers with the official answers and estimate their probable score. Candidates who find an error in a question or answer can use the prescribed objection facility within the notified period.
The BSNL JTO Answer Key 2026 was released on 29 August 2026. The objection facility is available up to 05 September 2026, with an objection fee of ₹400 per question, as reported for the current answer-key process.
1. AGE LIMIT (As on 03 July 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 20 Years | 30 Years | As per BSNL rules |
| OBC | 20 Years | 30 Years | As per applicable rules |
| SC / ST | 20 Years | 30 Years | As per applicable rules |
| PwBD | 20 Years | 30 Years | As per notified rules |
| EWS | 20 Years | 30 Years | As per applicable rules |
2. EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
| Post Name / Group | Minimum Qualification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Telecom Officer (JTO) | Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Technology or equivalent | Engineering qualification in Telecommunications, Electronics, Radio, Computer, Electrical, Information Technology or Instrumentation from a recognized institution/university, as applicable to the recruitment. |
1. VACANCY OVERVIEW
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post | Junior Telecom Officer (JTO) – Telecom |
| Total Vacancies | 100 Posts |
| Advertisement | BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2026-RECTT-CO |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
1. IMPORTANT DATES
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / Advertisement | 26 May 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 04 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 03 July 2026 |
| Correction Window | 04–11 July 2026 |
| Exam City Details | 12 August 2026 |
| Admit Card | 20 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 23 August 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 29 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Answer-Key Objection | 05 September 2026 |
1. APPLICATION FEES
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR | ₹2,000/- |
| OBC | ₹2,000/- |
| EWS | ₹2,000/- |
| SC | ₹1,000/- |
| ST | ₹1,000/- |
| PwBD | ₹1,000/- |
Payment Mode: Online payment through the available payment gateway during the application process.
1. SALARY (PAY SCALE)
The Junior Telecom Officer position offers a structured public-sector career with the applicable BSNL pay scale and service benefits. Actual monthly earnings can vary according to allowances, deductions, posting location and applicable company rules.
Career scope: A JTO works in technical telecom operations and may handle network-related responsibilities, equipment, maintenance, field coordination and technical support depending on the assigned unit.
2. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Registration / application details
- Engineering degree or equivalent qualification certificate
- Educational marksheets and certificates
- Valid photo identity proof
- Category certificate, wherever applicable
- PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph, wherever required
- Signature and other documents specified by BSNL
1. SELECTION PROCESS
2. EXAM PATTERN & ANSWER KEY SCORING
The BSNL JTO Answer Key 2026 is especially useful because candidates can compare the answers recorded during the CBT with the provisional correct answers before the result. The reported marking scheme provides 4 marks for every correct answer and 1 mark negative marking for every incorrect answer.
Candidates should not treat their calculated marks as the final result. The final score may be affected by the final answer key and the official result process.
3. HOW TO CHECK BSNL JTO ANSWER KEY 2026
- Open the official BSNL examination/response portal.
- Locate the BSNL JTO Answer Key 2026 / Response Sheet link.
- Enter the required login details such as registration/roll number and password or other credentials requested by the portal.
- Open the provisional answer key and recorded response sheet.
- Compare your answers with the official provisional answers.
- Calculate your probable score using the applicable marking scheme.
- If you identify a genuine error, submit an objection before the deadline and pay the prescribed objection fee.
- Save the answer key, response sheet and objection confirmation for future reference.
4. IMPORTANT LINKS
5. FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
